Mohan Maharishi

Mohan Maharishi (30 January 1940 – 9 May 2023) was an Indian theatre director, actor, and playwright. He was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Direction in 1992.

Early life Mohan Maharishi graduated from National School of Drama, New Delhi in 1965, and later served as its director 1984-86.

Career Mohan Maharishi is most known for his plays in Hindi, such as Einstein (1994), Raja Ki Rasoi Vidyottamā, and Saanp Seedhi as well as Hindi plays that he had directed over the years, including Andhayug, Rani Jindan (Punjabi), Othello, Ho Rahega Kuchh Na Kuchh (inspired by Marsha Norman's 1983 English play 'Night, Mother ), and Dear Bapu (2008). Amongst notable plays written by him include Einstein, Raja Ki Rasoi, Joseph Ka Mukadma, Deewar Mein Ek Khirkee Rahati Thi, and Ho Rahega Kuch Na Kuch.

Maharishi was known for his simplistic and heartwarming productions and is widely regarded as one of the best directors Indian theatre has ever produced.

Death Maharishi died on 9 May 2023, at the age of 83.