Mamta Kulkarni Becomes Mahamandleshwar at Mahakumbh

Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni has been honored with the title of Mahamandleshwar. This took place at the ongoing Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj. Acharya Mahamandleshwar Laxmi Narayan confirmed this development. She revealed that the induction rituals are currently happening. Kulkarni has been given the spiritual name Yamai Mamta Nandgiri.

Laxmi Narayan said that Mamta Kulkarni is being made Mahamandleshwar of Kinnar Akhara. The Kinnar Akhara is a monastic order of transgender saints. According to her, Kulkarni has been in touch with the Akhara for the past one and a half years. She added that the Akhara does not stop anyone from expressing their devotion or performing spiritual roles.

Mamta Kulkarni spoke about her decision. She said it was the will of Mahadev, Maha Kaali, and her Guru. She added that she simply followed their guidance and did not make the decision herself.

What Is a Mahamandleshwar?

The title of Mahamandleshwar is given to Hindu monks in the Dashanami order. This title means "chief of great monasteries." A Mahamandleshwar is responsible for promoting Sanatana Dharma. Their role also involves spreading spiritual teachings and contributing to society.

Who Is Mamta Kulkarni?

Mamta Kulkarni was a famous Bollywood actress in the 1990s. She acted in movies like Karan Arjun and Baazi. She worked with top actors such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. She was also seen in Telugu films Prema Sikharam and Donga Police.

She had been away from the public eye for years. She returned to Mumbai last month. Last year, the Bombay High Court dismissed criminal charges against her in a ₹2,000 crore drug case. The court ruled that there was no evidence against her.