Bollywood Diva to Spiritual Icon: Mamta Kulkarni’s Inspiring Journey as Kinnar Akhada’s Mahamandleshwar
The Voice of Chandigarh :
In a remarkable transformation, former Bollywood star Mamta Kulkarni has embraced a deeply spiritual path, marking a complete shift from her glamorous past in the film industry. The actress, once known for her captivating roles in iconic 90s films like Karan Arjun, has been inducted as a Mahamandleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada, a prominent spiritual order in India.
Acharya Mahamandleshwar Laxmi Narayan of the Kinnar Akhada revealed that Mamta Kulkarni has been associated with the order for over a year and a half. Speaking about this transition, he stated, “Kinnar Akhada is going to make Mamta Kulkarni (former Bollywood actress) a Mahamandleshwar. She has been named as Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri. As I am talking here, all the rituals are underway.”
The induction ceremony was part of the ongoing Mahakumbh celebrations in Prayagraj, where Mamta Kulkarni was seen taking a holy dip at the sacred Sangam and performing rituals. Dressed in saffron robes, symbolizing her renunciation of worldly attachments, the former actress officially stepped into her spiritual role.
This milestone marks her complete dedication to a life of spirituality, leaving behind her cinematic legacy. Videos of her initiation have been circulating on social media, offering a glimpse of her profound transformation.
Mamta Kulkarni’s journey from a Bollywood sensation to a revered spiritual leader stands as a testimony to her commitment to her newfound path. With her induction as Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri, she embarks on a mission to serve as a guiding light within the spiritual community.