Mamta Kulkarni was declared Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara, and Mamta Kulkarni’s name was changed to Yami Mamta Nand Giri

Mamta Kulkarni has Taken Sanyaas in Kinnar Akhara

The Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj witnessed a unique and widely discussed event:

The former bollywood actress, Mamta Kulkarni, has taken sanyas and has become a Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada. This lady will now be called Yami Mamta Nand Giri. This event has caused a lot of has stirred up a lot of interest from both the religious and entertainment fraternity.

The dancing queen of 90’s, ‘Mamta Kulkarni’ came to media light for different reason this time, she has started new spiritual life. She has left the home and tied herself to taking up austerities in this life. She was initiated at KINNAR AKHANDA during Maha Kumbh when she was officially conferred with the title of MAHAMANDALESHWAR. On the occasion the gathering included saints, mahatmas (eminent souls), and dignitaries of various akharas.

It must come as a shock to many, but in defense, Mamta Kulkarni said it is her own decision now wants to be spiritual. She said she was intrigued with spirituality long time and added that she is happy she has finally discovered her calling.

For the same, the Kinnar Akhada representing the transgender community has gotten even more visibility through this initiation. This akhada has been in the forefront demanding respect of the rights of the transgender in the society. The fact that Mamta Kulkarni has connected with this akhada is a big development and will help to spread the news of the community.

Mamta Kulkarni to Yami Mamta Nand Giri

It is hereby argued that change of name from Mamta Kulkarni to Yami Mamta Nand Giri is a personal matter which should be honored. It is also important to know, that change and the desire to seek a new life path is always available. It will be enjoyable to know about her contributions in her new religious life as Yami Mamta Nand Giri. This event captures this complexity and dynamism of faith and processes of change in a contemporary India. and also brings additional focus to the further activities of the Kinnar Akhada as well as their activity in the religious and social life of the country. The fact that at least one of the dancers is a former Bollywood celebrity also plays into this and their story may help to gradually close the gap between ‘normal’ society and the transgendered.