Who Is Nupur Alankar? Popular TV Actor Takes 'Sanyas'

Famous television actor Nupur Alankar, who has starred in numerous successful daily television dramas and Bollywood movies, has left the entertainment industry to seek sanyaas, spiritual retirement.

Alankar shared that she had been following adhyatm and had a natural inclination towards it.

Who Is Nupur Alankar?

A few popular shows and movies in which Nupur Alankar has appeared are Shaktimaan, Ghar Ki Lakshmi Betiyaan, Bhaage Re Mann, Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo, and Diya Aur Baati Hum.

Nupur Alankar said in an interview, "I took sanyaas in February. I am busy visiting pilgrimages and have involved myself in helping those in need. I have always been inclined towards spiritualism and following adhyatm, so it was a matter of time before I devoted myself completely to it. I have been blessed to find the right guru Shambhu Sharan Jha, all thanks to my time at CINTAA (Cine and TV Artistes Association), where I worked as a committee member and held health workshops. It brought me contact with my guru and another master healer, which changed the course of my life."

She described it as a "big step," adding that the Himalayas will inspire her. To cover travel and other essential costs, she has rented out her Mumbai apartment. In response to reactions of disbelief, she noted that many believed she made this choice because she was "emotionally devastated and tired of life." She denied these rumours, claiming that the isolation during COVID-19 lockdown had made her more disconnected.

Nupur said about her actor husband Alankar Srivastava: "I didn't have to ask. He knew where I was headed as I spoke with him about wanting to take sanyaas. He has freed me, and his family has also accepted my decision. I wish Alankar the best in life. It (marriage) was great till it lasted. We aren't together though we haven't taken the legal route for separation."

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