Premanand Maharaj: From Kanpur Roots To Vrindavan Saint Guiding Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma & Tanya Mittal Amid Health Battle

Vrindavan is buzzing as devotees express worry over Premanand Maharaj’s health. The saint, spiritual guide to cricket star Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, recently paused his signature

padayatra due to health concerns. Videos circulating online showed him with a puffy face and trembling voice, prompting rumours of hospitalisation. However, the Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram clarified that Maharaj Ji is stable, undergoing daily dialysis, and continues his discourses. Only the early morning hike has been temporarily suspended, while his spiritual teachings remain uninterrupted.

Premanand Maharaj Early Life

Born on March 30, 1969, as Anirudh Kumar Pandey in Kanpur's Akhri village, Premanand Maharaj showed spiritual inclination early. He left home when he was just 13, and he embraced the life of a sanyasi, following in the footsteps of his grandfather. For the unversed, he was initially named Anandswaroop Brahmachari but later became Swami Anandashram. He spent his early years meditating along the banks of the Ganga in Varanasi. His life changed when he was invited to witness the Raas Leela. He accepted it as divine will, marking a turning point in his spiritual journey.

Premanand Maharaj's Spiritual Journey and Guru Initiation

Premanand Maharaj was initiated into the Radha Vallabh Sampradaya with the “Sharanagati Mantra.” Later in his life, he met his revered guru, Pujya Shri Hit Gaurangi Sharanji Maharaj, popularly known as Bade Guruji, who gave him the “Nij Mantra” to enter the Rasik Saints path.

Premanand Maharaj: Guiding Celebrities and Devotees

His influence reaches far beyond Vrindavan. Viral videos show his interactions with cricketer Virat Kohli and actor Anushka Sharma, where he gently asked, “Prasanna ho?” (Are you happy?).That's not all; Tanya Mittal, a popular contestant on Bigg Boss 19, also follows Premanand Maharaj. She has openly shared the transformative impact of his teachings on her.

Premanand Maharaj: Philanthropy and Social Work

Premanand Maharaj also oversees the Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Trust, established in 2016. It focuses on social upliftment, providing food, clothing, and medical care to pilgrims and locals. His work extends beyond religion, creating a tangible impact on the community.

Premanand Maharaj: Philosophy and Teachings

Maharaj Ji emphasises that spirituality is the essence of life and personal character. He encourages devotees to preserve celibacy (Brahmacharya), maintain moral integrity, and focus on harmonious social relationships.