Mamta Kulkarni Expelled from Kinnar Akhara, Mahamandaleshwar Title Revoked

• Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni has been expelled from the Kinnar Akhara, and her Mahamandaleshwar post has been revoked.
• The decision was announced by Mahamandaleshwar Dr. Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi, head of the Kinnar Akhara.
• Kulkarni's expulsion is reportedly due to her controversial comments regarding Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand and other religious figures.
• She was appointed Mahamandaleshwar (named Yamai Mamta Nand Giri) during the Mahakumbh Mela on January 24, 2025, after returning to India after 25 years.
• The Kinnar Akhara stated that Kulkarni's comments were personal and not discussed with the Akhara, which seeks to avoid controversy.

Why It Matters: Mamta Kulkarni was expelled from Kinnar Akhara due to controversial statements, losing her Mahamandaleshwar title.