Priyanka Tiwari
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Prayagraj: Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni has resigned from her position as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada following strong opposition and internal conflicts.
Her decision to step down comes after questions were raised regarding her spiritual standing and past association with the film industry.
Earlier, the Kinnar Akhada expelled Kulkarni and her mentor, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, citing tensions within the religious group
Kulkarni Announces Resignation on Social Media
Kulkarni shared her resignation via a video on Instagram"Main Mahamandaleshwar Yamai Mamta Nandagiri, main iss post se istifa de rahi hoon. Aaj Kinnar Akhade ya dono akhade ke beech jo mujhe leke problems ho rahi hain. Main ek Sadhvi thi 25 saal se aur main Sadhvi hi rahungi," she stated.
She further added, "Bollywood ko maine 25 saal pehle chhoda. Main apne aap gayab rahi. Warna makeup se, Bollywood se itna door kaun rehta hai?”
Controversy Over Her Appointment
Mamta Kulkarni's appointment as Mahamandaleshwar sparked controversy when Acharya Laxmi Narayan Tripathi publicly announced it during the Maha Kumbh.
The actress, known for her 1990s Bollywood roles, had distanced herself from the industry in the early 2000s. After returning to India, she was granted the Mahamandaleshwar title by Tripathi.
However, her appointment faced criticism, particularly from transgender Kathavachak Jagatguru Himangi Sakhi Maa, who questioned Kulkarni’s credibility and alleged past legal issues.
"Mamta Kulkarni has been made Mahamandaleshwar for publicity. Society knows her past very well. She was even jailed in the past in connection with drug cases. This needs investigation," Himangi Sakhi said in a conversation with ANI.
Kulkarni, however, denied these claims, asserting that she has never been jailed.
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