Mamta Kulkarni Reacts To 10 Crore Bribery Allegations, Says She Borrowed 2 Lakh For Guru’s Dakshina

Mamta Kulkarni has strongly denied allegations that she paid 10 crore to secure the title of Mahamandaleshwar in the Kinnar Akhara!

Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni has strongly denied allegations that she paid 10 crore to secure the title of Mahamandaleshwar in the Kinnar Akhara. Speaking on Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma, she addressed the controversy and revealed her financial struggles. Mamta Kulkarni clarified that she does not have such a large sum of money, stating that even 1 crore is beyond her reach.

Mamta Kulkarni On Mahamandaleshwar Bribery Allegations

Mamta Kulkarni explained that her bank accounts have been seized by the government, leaving her in a difficult financial situation. According to her, she had to borrow 2 lakh to offer as ‘dakshina’ to her guru when she was appointed as Mahamandaleshwar.
She further elaborated on her financial troubles, mentioning that three of her apartments have been left in poor condition, infested with termites, due to being unoccupied for over two decades. She described her circumstances as extremely challenging, emphasizing that she is struggling to make ends meet.

Mamta Kulkarni’s Removal from Kinnar Akhara

Mamta Kulkarni’s appointment as Mahamandaleshwar was met with significant opposition within the Kinnar Akhara. The controversy escalated, leading to her removal from the position. On January 31, Rishi Ajay Das, the founder of the Kinnar Akhara, issued a statement explaining the reasons behind this decision. According to the statement, the process of her appointment did not follow the traditional religious or akhara guidelines. It was pointed out that she was given the title without first becoming a renunciate, a crucial step in such appointments. Citing concerns about upholding religious traditions and social values, the Akhara decided to revoke her position.

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More Details On Mamta Kulkarni

Mamta Kulkarni was a popular Bollywood actress in the 1990s, known for her roles in films like Tirangaa, Krantiveer, Karan Arjun, and Baazi. She also gained recognition for her dance number Mujhko Ranaji Maaf Karna. However, in the early 2000s, she stepped away from the film industry and moved abroad, largely staying out of the public eye until recent years.

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First Published: February 03, 2025 11:51 AM