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Devdas Actor Vijay Crishna Dies at 81
4 Mar
Summary
- Veteran actor Vijay Crishna passed away at the age of 81.
- He was known for his role as Shah Rukh Khan's father in Devdas.
- Crishna also had a career as an environmentalist and Godrej executive.

Actor Vijay Crishna, who played Shah Rukh Khan's father in the 2002 film Devdas, died recently at the age of 81. He was a prominent figure in Indian theatre for over 25 years, earning praise for his role in the 2004 film Dance Like a Man.
Beyond his acting career, Crishna was an environmentalist and a former executive director with Godrej businesses. He served on the Godrej Industries Board until 2021. His wife, Smita Crishna, is a notable businesswoman.



