Gunjan Chaudhary
A new spiritual biopic titled Hanuman Ansh, based on the life of revered saint Neem Karoli Baba, has already begun generating strong buzz even before its casting is finalized. Known as a Siddha incarnation of Lord Hanuman, Neem Karoli Baba continues to inspire millions of devotees across the world, from common followers to global personalities. As excitement builds around the film, its makers are taking a deeply spiritual approach to ensure authenticity and reverence.
Premanand Maharaj
Premanand Maharaj On Biopic of Neem Karoli Baba
Producer Anupriya Nagar recently met renowned spiritual leader Premanand Ji Maharaj to seek guidance on portraying such a divine figure on screen. During the interaction, she asked whether making a film on Neem Karoli Baba could be considered a form of seva. Premanand Ji Maharaj affirmed this, but also issued a series of important cautions.
Premanand Maharaj
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Premanand Ji Maharaj emphasized that depicting great spiritual masters is not just an artistic task, but a sacred responsibility. According to him, the portrayal must evoke three key qualities in viewers, Vairagya, Bhakti, and Gyan. He warned against adding any commercial or worldly elements merely to make the film popular, stressing that even a single inappropriate scene could be considered disrespectful or sacrilegious.
Premanand Maharaj
He also pointed out that Neem Karoli Baba was a virakta, making it impossible for any actor to truly replicate his spiritual state. Therefore, the focus should remain on authenticity rather than dramatization. One of the most intriguing aspects of his guidance was directed toward the yet-to-be-announced lead actor. Premanand Ji Maharaj suggested that the actor must, engage in sadhana and follow a sattvic lifestyle.
Premanand Maharaj
He stressed that without inner discipline and purity, the performance would remain superficial—failing to capture the true essence of the saint. The spiritual leader made it clear that the makers should avoid adding fictional or sensational elements just for audience appeal. Instead, the film should strictly adhere to documented stories and teachings associated with Neem Karoli Baba.