Why did Vinod Khanna leave Bollywood for a spiritual path?

Vinod Khanna left Bollywood after a series of family deaths and due to a lifelong spiritual inclination, motivated by books like 'Autobiography of a Yogi'.

What did Vinod Khanna do at Osho's commune?

At Osho's commune, Vinod Khanna served as a gardener and participated in meditation practices, seeking spiritual meaning.

When did Vinod Khanna become a disciple of Osho?

Vinod Khanna became a disciple of spiritual guru Osho in 1975 and later moved to his community in Oregon.

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Vinod Khanna's Spiritual Turn: Wife Reveals Osho's Influence

8 Feb

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Summary

Vinod Khanna left Bollywood for a spiritual path with Osho.
Family losses and a childhood interest in spirituality motivated him.
He served as Osho's gardener in Oregon and practiced meditation.

Vinod Khanna's Spiritual Turn: Wife Reveals Osho's Influence

Vinod Khanna, a celebrated Hindi cinema actor, embraced a spiritual journey, leaving behind his illustrious Bollywood career. His second wife, Kavita Khanna, shared insights into his decision to join spiritual guru Osho's commune.

Khanna's spiritual inclination began in his youth after reading Paramahansa Yogananda's 'Autobiography of a Yogi.' A series of family deaths served as a turning point, prompting him to take 'sanyas' and dedicate himself to Osho's teachings.

During his time at the Oregon commune, Khanna, known as 'Swami Vinod Bharti,' lived a life of service, notably as Osho's gardener. He also participated in meditation sessions, including public ones in Mumbai. Kavita stressed that his journey was a committed spiritual quest, not an escape from fame or materialism.