Sharad Sankla, famous for his role as Abdul in the sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), has recently been at the center of rumours about leaving the show. The speculation arose after a recent episode featured Abdul’s character going missing from Gokuldham Society. The plot involves Abdul feeling overlooked and upset after the society members forget his birthday, which leads him to disappear, worrying the residents. Contrary to earlier reports suggesting Sharad might have exited the show in May, this storyline is simply a development within the show's ongoing narrative. ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’: Is Sharad Sankla Out of the Show? Latest Plot of ‘TMKOC’ Speculates Abdul’s Exit.

In an interview with ETimes, Sharad Sankla clarified that he is not quitting the show. He said, “No, the news is absolutely untrue. I am not going anywhere and very much part of the show. The storyline in the show is such where my character is not there but very soon Abdu will return. It is part of the storyline. It is such a lovely and long running show and I am known because of my character of Abdul, it is a big achievement. Why will I quit the show? I can’t even think of quitting the show. The production house Neela Telefilms is like a family to me and our Producer Asit Kumarr Modi is my college friend, there is no way I will ever quit the show. Jab tak show chalta rahega tab tak main uska hissa bana rahunga (I will remain with TMKOC as long as it continues to air).” Delhi HC Bans Unauthorised Use of ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Content After Makers Allege Commercial Gains Via ‘Sexually Explicit’ Videos and Merchandise.

Recently, TMKOC has been in the spotlight after its creators accused various entities of illegally using the show’s name, character images, and other content for commercial purposes. These activities included ‘running unauthorised websites, selling merchandise’ and even distributing “sexually explicit and vulgar” videos on YouTube’, according to a PTI report. In response, the Delhi HC has issued an injunction against the unauthorised use of the show's name, characters, and content.

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