Former Bollywood star Mamta Kulkarni is once again making headlines but this time for her dramatic transformation. If you recently saw her in a spiritual ‘Sadhvi’ avatar during the Mahakumbh 2025, her latest appearance might come as a surprise. The actress has now taken a break from her ascetic image and is currently enjoying a vacation in Goa with friends, embracing a look reminiscent of her glamorous past.
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Mamta Kulkarni is In Goa
Mamta Kulkarni is no longer seen in saffron clothes. Videos from her Goa trip are going viral on social media, showing her dressed in casual outfits, filming moments on her phone, and introducing her travel companions. This shift from her recent spiritual persona has left fans stunned. Many who had seen her earlier in a deeply devotional setting are now reacting strongly to her return to a more familiar style.
Mamta Kulkarni
Adding to the buzz, Mamta recently made a rare public appearance on the sets of Laughter Chef 3. This marks her return to the entertainment space after nearly 25 years, making her reappearance even more noteworthy. Her Goa videos have sparked mixed reactions online. While some users questioned her sudden shift, asking why she has removed her chandan tika and saffron robes others welcomed her return, commenting “Back on track!”
Mamta Kulkarni
Interestingly, some observant fans pointed out that she is still wearing a Rudraksha necklace, hinting at a continued spiritual connection. Earlier, Mamta Kulkarni had embraced a spiritual path, even adopting the name Shri Yamai Mamta Nandgiri. She had claimed that her journey into spirituality began around the year 2000 under the guidance of her guru. During her appearance at Mahakumbh, she was also conferred the title of Mahamandaleshwar, a significant position within Hindu spiritual orders.
Mamta Kulkarni
She described her journey as one of intense meditation, discipline, and years of tapasya, stating that she had undergone multiple tests before receiving the title. In a later clarification, Mamta explained that adopting a spiritual life does not necessarily mean renouncing the material world completely. According to her, the Akhada she is associated with follows a Middle Path allowing individuals to balance spirituality with worldly life. This philosophy, she said, is the reason she returned to Mumbai after over two decades.