<p>Actor Vijay Crishna, best known for playing the role of Shah Rukh Khan's father in <i>Devdas</i>, has died at the age of 81. While the cause of his death has not been disclosed yet, reports state that his demise was confirmed on March3-4, 2026, leaving the film and theatre fraternity in mourning.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Besides films, he was also known for his contributions to Indian theatres, and as the heartbreaking news came out, tributes have been pouring in on social media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-and-vijay-deverakonda-to-host-exclusive-invite-only-reception-in-hyderabad-today-all-the-details-inside-1772614835992"><strong>Rashmika and Vijay to host exclusive invite-only reception in Hyderabad today</strong></a></p><h2>A respected theatre artist</h2><p>Crishna was a renowned theatre artist and was said to be closely associated with the acclaimed stage production Dance Like a Man, directed by Pamela Rooks and written by Mahesh Dattani. As per reports, he performed in the play for over 25 years. The film adaptation of Dance Like a Man reportedly won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in English.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/sara-arjun-likely-to-join-imtiaz-ali-s-heer-ranjha-here-s-what-we-know-1772614979105"><strong>Sara Arjun likely to join Imtiaz Ali's Heer Ranjha; here's what we know</strong></a></p><h2>Lillete Dubey pays tribute</h2><p>Actress Lillete Dubey took to her Instagram to pay tribute to Crishna. Sharing his photos, she wrote, "Heartbroken.. our dearest Vijay Crishna .. part of our theatre family &amp; ‘Dance like a Man’ for over 25 years .. has passed away.."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She described him as "a man of many parts .. a brilliant actor, handsome, charming, bright with his dry tongue in cheek trademark humour, he was much loved &amp; cherished by us all .. so many memories flood the heart &amp; mind &amp; overwhelm me .. RIP my Jairaj .. you will never be forgotten.. May you entertain the angels as you did us all here .."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rajshri-deshpande-undergoes-surgery-for-grade-1-breast-cancer-shares-health-update-on-social-media-1772611886683"><strong>Rajshri Deshpande undergoes surgery for breast cancer, shares health update</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Devdas actor Vijay Crishna, who played Shah Rukh Khan's father in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film passed away at the age of 81. Read on to know more.


Actor Vijay Crishna, best known for playing the role of Shah Rukh Khan's father in Devdas, has died at the age of 81. While the cause of his death has not been disclosed yet, reports state that his demise was confirmed on March3-4, 2026, leaving the film and theatre fraternity in mourning. Besides films, he was also known for his contributions to Indian theatres, and as the heartbreaking news came out, tributes have been pouring in on social media. Also Read: Rashmika and Vijay to host exclusive invite-only reception in Hyderabad today A respected theatre artist Crishna was a renowned theatre artist and was said to be closely associated with the acclaimed stage production Dance Like a Man, directed by Pamela Rooks and written by Mahesh Dattani. As per reports, he performed in the play for over 25 years. The film adaptation of Dance Like a Man reportedly won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in English. Also Read: Sara Arjun likely to join Imtiaz Ali's Heer Ranjha; here's what we know Lillete Dubey pays tribute Actress Lillete Dubey took to her Instagram to pay tribute to Crishna. Sharing his photos, she wrote, "Heartbroken.. our dearest Vijay Crishna .. part of our theatre family & ‘Dance like a Man’ for over 25 years .. has passed away.." She described him as "a man of many parts .. a brilliant actor, handsome, charming, bright with his dry tongue in cheek trademark humour, he was much loved & cherished by us all .. so many memories flood the heart & mind & overwhelm me .. RIP my Jairaj .. you will never be forgotten.. May you entertain the angels as you did us all here .." Also Read: Rajshri Deshpande undergoes surgery for breast cancer, shares health update

<p>Devdas actor Vijay Crishna, who played Shah Rukh Khan's father in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, passed away at the age of 81. Read on to know more.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Vijay Crishna, Shah Rukh Khan's on-screen father in Devdas passes away at 81

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Vijay Crishna, Shah Rukh Khan's on-screen father in Devdas passes away at 81