Actress Mamta Kulkarni has rejoined the Kinnar Akhada as Mahamandaleshwar after initially resigning due to false allegations against her guru, Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi.
Her resignation was not accepted by her guru, leading her to reaffirm her commitment to the Akhada and Sanatan Dharma. Kulkarni expressed gratitude to her guru and criticized those opposed to her role.
Kulkarni shared a video statement on Friday and confirmed her return.
“Two days ago, some people made false allegations against my guru, Dr. Acharya Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi. In response, I resigned in a moment of emotion. However, my guru did not accept my resignation. The offerings I presented upon becoming a Mahamandaleshwar, including the royal umbrella, staff, and other sacred items, will remain dedicated to the Akhada. I am grateful to my guru for reinstating me. Moving forward, I dedicate my life to Kinnar Akhada and Sanatan Dharma,” Mamta said.
On February 10, the 52-year-old resigned as the Mahamandelshwar of the Kinnar Akhada. In her message, Kulkarni criticised those who were against her becoming the Mahamandelshwar of the Akhada. She underscored the importance of all that she had learned while staying away from Bollywood and mentioned that it was her Goddess’s orders to leave the new role. In the video, she can be seen saying, “I am resigning from my post of Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada. I have been a ‘sadhvi‘ for the last 25 years, and I will remain one (sic).”
The former actor also spoke about those who dug into her past and accused her of paying money to become the Mahamandelshwar of the Kinnar Akhada. She revealed that she was asked for money before the ceremony, but she told them that she didn’t have any.
