Veteran Gujarati actor and theatre artist Arvind Vekaria, father of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actor Tanmay Vekaria, has passed away, leaving the entertainment industry in mourning. Arvind Vekaria was a respected name in Gujarati theatre and cinema and was known for his contributions as both an actor and director. He had also made a guest appearance in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, the show that made his son Tanmay, popularly known as Bagha, a household name.

Tanmay Vekaria recently broke down in tears on set

The news has come as a major personal loss for Tanmay Vekaria, who has already endured a difficult period. Reports note that the actor lost his mother in 2025, and the demise of his father has added to the family's grief.