Veteran theatre director Vijaya Mehta, a pioneer of Marathi and Hindi experimental theatre, passed away at 91, triggering widespread grief. Shabana Azmi and Bharati Achrekar paid emotional tributes, recalling her mentorship and legacy. Founder of Rangayan, she shaped modern Indian theatre and was honoured with the Padma Shri.

Mumbai: Legendary theatre director Vijaya Mehta’s passing has left the Hindi and Marathi film and theatre industry in a state of shock and deep sadness.

Actress Azmi Shabana and veteran actress Bharati Achrekar, were one of the first few who paid emotional tributes to the legendary theatre director and producer .

Remembering Vijaya Mehta's immense contribution to Indian theatre and the lasting impact she had on generations of performers, both Shabana and Bharti took to their respective social media accounts to remember the legend.

Taking to her social media account, Shabana Azmi shared a tribute graphic dedicated to Vijaya Mehta.