For many, "Dubeyji" is synonymous with (1936–2011), a titan of modern Indian theatre.

"Dubeyji" also frequently appears as a familiar archetype in Indian social life:

Another prominent "Dubeyji" in public memory is (1973–2003), an Indian Engineering Service officer who became a symbol of integrity.

: He was instrumental in bringing together playwrights from different languages—such as Girish Karnad (Kannada) and Vijay Tendulkar (Marathi)—helping translate their works to create a pan-Indian theatre movement.

: In many city narratives, "Dubeyji" is a reliable figure, such as the famous Mumbai taxi driver Jokhan Dubey , who earned a reputation for safely ferrying late-night commuters home.