Mamta Kulkarni Reveals the Truth Behind Her Renunciation: ‘Havan by Day, Drinks by Night’

Mamta Kulkarni

Mamta Kulkarni, a former Bollywood actress, recently shared her journey to becoming a Sadhvi, revealing her spiritual practices during Navratri and a notable incident of drinking two pegs of scotch at the Taj Hotel

Mamta Kulkarni

Kulkarni was appointed as Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara but was later removed from the post due to protests from Hindu saints

Mamta Kulkarni

During a television event, she recounted her routine of meditation and fasting during Navratri, which involved performing three havans daily and surviving only on water for nine days

Mamta Kulkarni

She explained that despite her spiritual dedication, she would occasionally drink scotch, which led to a physical reaction due to her rigorous fasting

Mamta Kulkarni

Mamta's spiritual journey began in 1996-97, influenced by a guru who guided her towards a secluded life of penance, away from the distractions of Bollywood

Mamta Kulkarni

Despite her spiritual path, Mamta's name has been embroiled in controversies, notably being linked to a major international drug racket in 2016

Mamta Kulkarni

She was accused of participating in a meeting of an international drug gang in Kenya alongside her partner, Vicky Goswami

Mamta Kulkarni

Mamta Kulkarni married Vicky Goswami, a former liquor businessman who converted to Islam after being jailed in Saudi Arabia

Mamta Kulkarni

Throughout her Bollywood career, Mamta Kulkarni appeared in several successful films, with her last movie releasing in 2002

Mamta Kulkarni

Her personal life and spiritual transformation continue to draw public interest and media attention