Jheel Mehta (born 28 June 1995, Age: 28 years old) is an Indian actress, model, and social media influencer, who rose to fame for her role as Sonu in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. She is also known for her YouTube channel, where she posts vlogs, challenges, and lifestyle videos. She has a huge fan following on Instagram and Twitter, where she shares glimpses of her personal and professional life.
Early Life and Education
Jheel was born on 28 June 1995 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She belongs to a Gujarati family and her parents are Lata Mehta and Nalin Mehta. She has a younger brother named Jai Mehta.
She completed her schooling at St. Joseph’s High School in Mumbai and then pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from SVKM’s NMIMS, Mumbai. She has been interested in acting and dancing since her childhood and participated in various cultural events and competitions.
Jheel Mehta Wiki/Bio
| Name | Jheel Mehta |
| Profession | Actress, Model, YouTuber |
| Date of Birth | 28 June 1995 |
| Age (as of 2024) | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Gujarati |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Parents | Father- Nalin Mehta Mother- Lata Mehta |
| Siblings | Brother- Jai Mehta |
| Boyfriend | Aditya Dube |
| Marital Status | Engaged |
| Education | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| College | SVKM’s NMIMS, Mumbai, India |
| School | St. Joseph’s High School, Mumbai, India |
| Debut | TV: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2008) |
| Famous for | Playing Sonu in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah |
| Net Worth (approx.) | INR 5 crore |
| Social Media Handles | Twitter: @Mehta_Jheel YouTube: @jheelmehta_ Instagram: @jheelmehta_ |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
Career
Jheel Mehta made her acting debut in 2008, when she was selected to play the role of Sonalika “Sonu” Bhide, the daughter of Atmaram Tukaram Bhide and Madhavi Bhide, and a member of the Tapu Sena, in the comedy show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
The show, which is based on the column Duniya Ne Undha Chashma by Taarak Mehta, revolves around the lives of the residents of Gokuldham Society, a fictional housing colony in Mumbai. The show is one of the longest-running and most-watched shows on Indian television and has won several awards and accolades.
Jheel Mehta played the role of Sonu for four years, from 2008 to 2012, and became a household name among the viewers. She left the show in 2012 to focus on her studies and was replaced by Nidhi Bhanushali. She later revealed that she had no regrets about quitting the show and that she was grateful for the opportunity and the experience. She also said that she was still in touch with her co-stars and that they were like a family to her.
Social Media & Youtube
After completing her graduation, Mehta decided to resume her acting career and appeared in a few short films and web series. She also ventured into modeling and did several photoshoots and campaigns for various brands and products.
She launched her own YouTube channel in 2019, where she started uploading videos related to her travel, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. She also collaborated with other YouTubers and celebrities and took up various challenges and pranks. She has over 500k subscribers on her YouTube channel and over 1.5 million followers on her Instagram account.
Height, Weight & Physical Appearance
Jheel is a beautiful actress, who has a slim and fit body. She is 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall and weighs around 50 kg (110 lbs). She has black hair and black eyes, which enhance her beauty. She has a fair complexion and a charming smile.
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters- 160 cm in meters- 1.60 m in feet inches- 5’ 3” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms- 50 kg in pounds- 110 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | 34-26-34 |
| Eye Colour | Black |
Net Worth & Income Sources
Jheel Mehta has an estimated net worth of INR 5 crore, which she has earned from her acting, modeling, and YouTube career. She charges around INR 50,000 per episode for her TV shows and around INR 45k-50k per day for her modeling assignments.
She also earns a good amount of money from her YouTube channel, where she gets paid for the views, likes, comments, and subscriptions. She also gets sponsored by various brands and products, which she promotes on her social media platforms.
Nationality, Caste & Religion
Jheel is an Indian by nationality and belongs to a Gujarati caste. She follows Hinduism as her religion and respects all the other religions and cultures. She celebrates all the festivals and occasions with her family and friends.
Relationship & Boyfriend
Jheel Mehta is currently in a relationship with Aditya Dube, who is a businessman and a fitness enthusiast. The couple has been dating for over two years and often posts adorable pictures and videos of themselves on their social media handles.
Aditya proposed to Jheel on 2 January 2024, in a romantic setting, and she said yes. The couple is planning to get married soon and has already started preparing for their wedding.
Favorite Things & More
| Food | Pizza, Pasta, Chocolate |
| Actors | Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh |
| Actresses | Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt |
| Movies | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani |
| Singers | Arijit Singh, Neha Kakkar, Ed Sheeran |
| Colors | Pink, Black, White |
Controversies
Mehta has been a part of some controversies in her career, which have created a buzz in the media. Here are some of the controversies that she has faced:
In 2012, she quit the show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, which upset many of her fans and the makers of the show. She said that she wanted to focus on her studies and that she had no issues with the show or the cast. However, some reports suggested that she was unhappy with her role and the remuneration and that she had some differences with the producer of the show, Asit Kumarr Modi.
In 2019, she was trolled by some netizens for posting a picture of herself in a bikini on her Instagram account. Some of them commented that she was exposing too much and that she had lost her innocence and charm. She responded to the trolls by saying that she was comfortable in her skin and that she had the right to wear whatever she wanted. She also said that she did not care about the negative comments and that she was happy with her life.
In 2020, she was rumored to be dating Bhavya Gandhi, who played the role of Tapu in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The rumor started when they were spotted together at a party and they posted some cozy pictures of themselves on their social media handles. However, they denied the rumor and said that they were just good friends and that they had a brother-sister bond. They also said that they were happy for each other and that they supported each other’s careers.
Personal Life & Interest
Jheel is a fun-loving and cheerful person, who likes to spend her free time with her family and friends. She is fond of traveling, dancing, reading, and watching movies. She is also a fitness freak and follows a healthy diet and workout routine.
She is a vegetarian and loves to eat pizza, pasta, and chocolate. She is a fan of Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh and actresses Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt. Her favorite movies are Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. Her favorite singers are Arijit Singh, Neha Kakkar, and Ed Sheeran. Her favorite colors are pink, black, and white.
Trivia
- Jheel is a trained classical dancer and has learned Bharatanatyam and Kathak.
- Jheel is also a good singer and has sung a few songs on her YouTube channel.
- She is an animal lover and has a pet dog named Bruno.
- She is a supporter of various social causes and has participated in several campaigns and events for women’s empowerment, education, and the environment.
- She has won several awards and honors for her performance in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, including the Indian Telly Award for Best Child Artist (Female) in 2010 and the Zee Gold Award for Best Child Artist in 2011.
- She is a good friend of Bhavya Gandhi, who played the role of Tapu, the leader of the Tapu Sena, in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. They often hang out together and share their pictures on social media.
- Mehta is a fan of the Harry Potter series and has read all the books and watched all the movies. She also owns a collection of Harry Potter merchandise, including a wand, a scarf, and a mug.
