Actor Vijay Crishna, popularly remembered for playing Shah Rukh Khan’s father in Devdas (2002), has passed away at the age of 81. A well-known name in theatre and films, Crishna received tributes from several members of the artistic community. He is survived by his wife, Smita Crishna, a prominent businesswoman, and their daughter, Nyrika Holkar. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Lillete Dubey pays tribute to Vijay Crishna

Actress Lillete Dubey took to Instagram to remember Vijay Crishna, sharing a picture from one of their plays. Posting the photo, Dubey wrote, “Heartbroken… our dearest Vijay Crishna… part of our theatre family and ‘Dance Like a Man’ for over 25 years… has passed away. A man of many parts — a brilliant actor, handsome, charming, bright, with his dry tongue-in-cheek trademark humour- he was much loved and cherished by us all. So many memories flood the heart and mind and overwhelm me. RIP my Jairaj… you will never be forgotten. May you entertain the angels as you did us all here. Love and prayers for his lovely wife Smita, girls Nyrika and Freyan, and the whole family.”