Mayur Vakani plays one of the most cheerful characters in iconic television serial Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah as Sundar Lal. In the show, he is the brother of Daya Jethalal Gada (a lead role) in the show. Mayur Vakani started to act on television in 2006. But he got the fame from becoming a crucial part of TMKOC in 2008. Since then, it has been a stable ride overall. This biography will explore Mayur Vakani also known as Sunder Mama age, height, sister, net worth, movies and TV shows.
Who is Mayur Vakani?
Mayur Vakani is an Indian actor who works in television primarily. Because of the sensational fame of the Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah serial, he is being called as Sundar Mama or Sundar Lal by the general audience. In fact, this is the name they know all about Mayur.
Mayur plays the one and only brother of Daya Jethalal Gada, who is played by Disha Vakani. However, she has not been an active part of the show for years now. It is a strange fact, but on-screen siblings are brother and sister in real life also.
Mayur Vakani Age, Height, Weight
Mayur Vakani’s age is 49 years old as he was born on August 26, 1976 in Ahmedabad. Mayur is a Gujarati who practises the Hindu religion.
| Name | Mayur Vakani |
| Born | 26 August 1976 in Ahmedabad |
| Age | 49 years |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Ethincity | Brown |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Astrology Sign | Moon |
| Profession | Actor |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches |
| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Feet Size | 8 (US) |
Childhood, Parents and Siblings
Mayur Vakani is Ahmedabad born and brought up. Hence, he is fluent in Gujarati, Hindi and English. As a kid only, he had a keen interest in theatre and sculpting. In fact, he father was an artist and sculptor. His mother was a homemaker.
He grew up with a young sister Disha Vakani, who is one of the biggest faces of Indian television.
Disha Vakani is an actor too and both have made their name from TMKOC. Bhim Vakani is Mayur’s father, but he and Disha have not maintained the name of their mother.
Educational Background
From Ahmedabad, Mayur Vakani’s primary to higher education happened. He did Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sculpture and then Master of Arts (MA) in Indian Culture, Fine Arts, and Sculpture. He went to C. N. College of Fine Arts in Ahmedabad for his higher education.
But Mayur’s passion made him work as an actor in television, transforming himself from a theatre artist.
Mayur Vakani Wife and Children
Hemali Vakani is the wife of Mayur Vakani. They are the parents of Priya Vakani (Daughter) and Meet Vakani (Son). As he works in the Taarak Mehta show, Mayur lives in Mumbai with his family. However, they have a house in Ahmedabad too.
Professional Career
In 2006, he made his acting debut with a Gujarati film Ek Var Piyu Ne Malva Aavje. Other than Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, he has also played a role in Stree Bhrun Hatya Atkao Beti Bachao documentary.
In 2008, Mayur Vakani joined the TMKOC show alongside his sister Disha Vakani, who played the lead role of Daya. In the show also, they play as brother and sister.
Their duo was active until September 2017 as after Disha’s marriage, she did not come back in the show actively. Disha has played the role so well that the producers have not selected a different actress. But they use the face, and storyline of Daya being with her mother in Ahmedabad.
But Mayur is still a regular. He is known for making his Jija’s life hell with not paying taxi fare when he comes to Mumbai from Ahmedabad and other money related problems. As his Mama is Tapu, he is known as Sundar Mama too. But his name in the show is Sundar Lal.
The show has given Mayur regular work, which has changed his life to the core. A few people know about him working in a film “Mara Piyuji Na Deshma”.
Social Media
Mayur Vakani has half-a-million followers on Instagram (567k plus). Insta profile features his love for travel and his life outside Taarak Mehta.
Instagram: @mayur_vakaniofficial
Earning and Net Worth
Since 2008, Mayur Vakani’s biggest earnings have come from his work in TMKOC. His net worth is INR 10 cr as of 2025. He lives in his own flat in Mumbai. His mutual funds investments have triggered his net worth to over a million USD.
Trivia & Unknown Facts About Mayur Vakani
- Mayur Vakani’s hobbies are traveling, signing and making sculptures.
- Mayur is the real brother of Disha better known as Daya of Taarak Mehta.
- Mayur is passionate about the Indian army and the defense sector.
- He is a pure vegetarian.
- Mayur is a lifelong fan of actor and legend Amitabh Bachchan.
- Mayur is one of the most famous Gujarati actors of all-time.
- Right from childhood, he is keen on watching Hindi movies.
- Mayur loves to swim too.
- The name of Disha’s husband is Mayur too, like her brother. His full name is Mayur Padia.
FAQs
Disha Vakani has not shown any signs of coming back to show since leaving in September 2017. However, the producers of the show have been trying hard to make a comeback.
Mayur, who plays the role of Sundar in TMKOC, is the real life brother of Disha; better known as Daya.
Mayur Vakani is the actor who plays as Sundar Lal in TMKOC.
Yes, Mayur is married to Hemali Vakani in real life.
