Kush Shah, best known for playing Goli in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is making headlines again after starting a new career chapter on YouTube. The actor was associated with the show for around 16 years before leaving in 2024.
Now, nearly two years after his exit, Kush has launched a YouTube channel focused on vlogging and cooking. His first video has already attracted significant attention online, showing that his popularity from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah continues even after leaving television.
Kush Shah Starts YouTube Channel
After leaving Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Kush Shah completed his studies and has now entered the digital content space. He has created a YouTube channel under his own name, where he plans to combine vlogging with cooking.
His first videos feature a rather unusual concept. Instead of simply preparing food at home, Kush has been approaching people in Mumbai and asking if he can cook for them in their homes.
The idea has helped his new channel stand out from conventional celebrity vlogs. In one of his videos, he cooked for a family he met in Mumbai, giving viewers a glimpse of his personality away from the fictional character of Goli.
Goli Actor Kush Shah's First Video Goes Viral
Kush's transition to YouTube appears to have received a strong response from viewers. TV9 Hindi reported that his first video crossed 24 lakh views within around 80 hours of being uploaded.
The video was posted on September 7, and its rapid growth showed that audiences still have considerable interest in the actor even after his departure from the sitcom.
His cooking-based content also gives fans an opportunity to see a completely different side of the actor who spent most of his childhood and teenage years playing Goli.
How Much Did Kush Shah Earn From TMKOC?
Kush Shah became one of the familiar young faces of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah after joining the show in 2008. He played Gulabkumar Hansraj Hathi, popularly known as Goli, the son of Dr Hansraj Hathi.
According to the TV9 Hindi report, Kush was reportedly paid around ₹20,000 per episode during his time on the show. The report further estimates that, with around 26 episodes in a month, his monthly earnings from the sitcom could have been approximately ₹5.2 lakh.
These figures are reported estimates and have not been officially confirmed by Kush Shah or the show's makers.
Kush Shah Played Goli for 16 Years
Kush was associated with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah from its beginning in 2008. His character Goli became particularly popular because of his love for food and his comic timing.
For many viewers, Kush effectively grew up on the show. His long association with the sitcom made Goli one of the recognisable members of the Gokuldham Society's younger generation.
However, Kush eventually decided to move on from the series. He left the show in 2024, with reports at the time indicating that his studies were among the reasons behind his decision.
Why Did Kush Shah Leave Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah?
Kush's exit came after he had spent approximately 16 years with the sitcom. He later explained that he wanted to explore new opportunities rather than remain with the show indefinitely.
According to a recent report, Kush felt that the long-running sitcom could continue for many more years and that he needed to think about his own future. He reportedly believed it was time to move forward and explore something different at the age of 27.
His decision has now led him towards a completely different form of entertainment.
From Goli to YouTube Creator
Kush Shah's journey from television actor to YouTuber is an interesting example of how established performers are increasingly using digital platforms to create content on their own terms.
Instead of immediately looking for another television role, Kush has chosen to experiment with food, travel and interactions with ordinary people.
His new videos also connect naturally with the personality of Goli, a character whose love for food was one of his most recognisable traits. However, this time Kush is presenting his real personality rather than playing a scripted character.
Fans Welcome His New Chapter
The response to Kush Shah's new career move has largely been positive. Fans who remember him as Goli have been curious to see what he does after leaving the sitcom.
His first video's strong viewership suggests that the audience he built through Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is still interested in following his journey.
Whether Kush continues primarily with cooking content or eventually expands into travel, lifestyle and entertainment videos remains to be seen. For now, his move to YouTube has given him a fresh platform and a new way to connect directly with viewers.
From playing Goli for 16 years to becoming a digital creator, Kush Shah is clearly ready for a new chapter beyond Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
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