When it comes to Sundar vs Jethalal, the “loan” never ends — and neither does the laughter. Artwork by PuneriPages.in.
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
There are mysteries that shake nations: Where did Netaji disappear? What is the hidden meaning of the Konark Temple carvings? And then, there’s the one that has bugged me for years — just how much money has Sundarlal ‘Veera’ managed to squeeze out of his ever-patient brother-in-law, Jethalal Champaklal Gada? Today, I’m dusting off my imaginary detective coat and diving into what is surely Indian television’s longest-running unpaid loan.
Table of Contents
Evidence Locker: My List of Sundar’s Greatest Hits (On Jethalal’s Wallet)
- The Legendary Ahmedabad-to-Mumbai Taxi Fare
The OG crime scene. Sundar’s epic taxi rides, always billed to Jethalal. After 15 years, I’m convinced these fares could have bought a decent hatchback. - The ‘Billion-Dollar’ Business Ideas
From guaranteed-to-fail garment startups to “unique” event management gigs, Sundar’s business portfolio exists purely in Jethalal’s financial nightmares. - Festival ‘Taxes’
Raksha Bandhan, Navratri, Diwali — every festival comes with Sundar’s emotional invoices, perfectly disguised as brotherly affection. - The ‘Tapu Ke Liye’ Card
Sundar’s nuclear option. One mention of Tapu and Jethalal folds faster than a cheap umbrella in monsoon.
My Speculative Balance Sheet
- Taxi Fares: ₹1,50,000+
- Business “Investments”: ₹2,00,000+
- Festival “Contributions”: ₹1,00,000+
- Miscellaneous Emotional Damages: Priceless
Grand Total: Well into six figures, possibly nudging the ₹5 lakh mark.
Psychological Profiles (As I See Them)
- Sundarlal ‘Veera’ — A smooth-talking, guilt-free maestro of emotional manipulation.
- Jethalal Champaklal Gada — Knows he’s being played, but can’t resist peace at home and Dayaben’s puppy-eyed loyalty to her brother.
- Dayaben — The sweetest, most innocent accomplice any con artist could hope for.
Closing Thoughts
If you ask me, this isn’t just a debt — it’s a comedy goldmine. In rupees, it might be ridiculous. In laughter, it’s priceless. And the best part? Just like the TMKOC universe, this “account” will never, ever be settled.
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