Maha Kumbh 2025: "Muscular Baba" Is Internet's New Favorite

The Mahakumbh Mela is currently going on at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Millions of devotees will converge on the festival to take a dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mystical Saraswati rivers. The Babas at the Mahakumbh are among its most iconic and fascinating aspects. Among them is the "muscular baba" from Russia, who has grabbed the spotlight due to his well-defined physique.

"Muscular Baba" Grabs Attention:

Dressed in simple saffron-colored clothing, with a big jhola by his side and a rudraksha mala around his neck, the sadhu was spotted visiting the religious gathering. Several social media users shared his videos and photos, which went viral.

Photo Credit: Instagram

Pics Are Going Viral:

Seven-foot-tall Atma Prem Giri Maharaj has created a frenzy among social media users, with many calling him the incarnation of Parasuram. According to Hindu mythology, Parasuram is the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is said that the main reason behind his birth was to eliminate sinful and ruthless kings to reduce the burden of the earth.

According to Moneycontrol Hindi, the baba, nicknamed the "Muscular Baba," is a seven-foot-tall wrestler. He learned about Hinduism about thirty years ago and has adopted the religion since then.

He Is Originally From Russia:

Though from Russia, he currently lives in Nepal. Leaving his teaching career behind, he made it his life's mission to promote Hinduism. He is a former disciple of Pilot Baba and a member of the Juna Akadha.

About Maha Kumbh:

The inaugural day of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj was marked by the Paush Purnima bathing festival. Millions of devotees converged at the sacred Sangam for the holy dip. It will conclude on February 26.