Vijaya Mehta

Why in News

Renowned Marathi theatre and film personality Vijaya Mehta, popularly known as “Bai”, passed away at age 92.

Important Facts

Born:
1934 — Vadodara, Gujarat

Theatre Contribution

Founder-member of:

Rangayan

Alongside:

• Vijay Tendulkar
• Arvind Deshpande
• Shreeram Lagoo

Rangayan played an important role in experimental Marathi theatre.

Autobiography

Zimma: A Memoir

Awards

• Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — 1975
• National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress — 1986
• Padma Shri — 1987
• Sangeet Natak Akademi Tagore Ratna — 2012
• Best Actress — Asia Pacific Film Festival, 1985

UPSC Link

GS I: Indian Art & Culture