Dr. Bal Bhalerao, who passed away recently, was honored on April 11 at the Mumbai Marathi Sahitya Sangh in Girgaon, Mumbai. The event featured the unveiling of his bust by literary figures Madhu Mangesh Karnik and Vishwas Patil, celebrating his 87 years of contributions to both medicine and the arts. Bhalerao was a distinguished physician specializing in gastroenterology, serving at King Edward Memorial Hospital and later at Hinduja Hospital, where he published over sixty papers and received the Dr. B C Roy Award. Alongside his medical career, he played a vital role in the Mumbai Marathi Sahitya Sangh, an organization founded by his father in 1935 to revive Marathi theatre. Under his leadership, the Sangh flourished, achieving significant milestones, including the establishment of a modern auditorium in 1964 and the first Indian language play performed abroad in 1974. Bhalerao was known for his pragmatic approach and belief in nurturing the next generation of artists, exemplified by his support for the Drama School Mumbai, which he provided a rent-free space for in 2013. His legacy continues to influence the Marathi theatre scene, with countless productions and workshops that have enriched the cultural landscape.