Quick Info
| Profession | Narrator of The Bhagavata Purana Katha, Bhajan Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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Bio/Wiki
| Mridul Krishna Shastri is a renowned Bhagwat Puran kathavachak and devotional singer. He was born in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, into a religious family where he received early education in Sanskrit, Bhagwat, and grammar. He is known for his captivating storytelling and profound love for the Bhagwat, which has earned him a special place in the hearts of millions of devotees. He delivered his first Katha in Haridwar at the age of 16 and has since performed over 800 Kathas. His simple and impactful style draws people towards devotion. He established the 'Shri Bhagwat Mission Trust' and 'Radha Rani Gaushala' to promote Bhagwat Katha and charitable activities. He also launched the monthly magazine 'Mridul Chintan' and the 'Adhyatm' TV channel. His inspiring thoughts, melodious bhajans, and poignant stories are believed to bring positive changes in people's lives. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 172 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Sanskrit Sampoornanand Vishwa Vidhyalaya, Kashi, Varanasi |
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| Degree | Shashtry (Mastery) in Sanskrit |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married | ||||
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| Wife | Shrimati Vandana Goswamiji | ||||
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Family
| Father | Sri Mool Bihariji | ||||
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| Mother | Shrimati Shanti Goswami | ||||
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Career
| Began narrating Bhagwat Katha at the age of 16 in Haridwar. | |
| Has completed over 800 Bhagwat Kathas. | |
| Established 'Shri Bhagwat Mission Trust' and 'Radha Rani Gaushala'. | |
| Launched 'Mridul Chintan' monthly magazine and 'Adhyatm' TV channel. | |
| Pramukh Gadi Virjman at Shri Banke Bihari Mandir in Vrindavan. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the descendant of music king Swami Haridas, who was a mentor to renowned musicians Tansen and Baijubawra in Akbarās era. | |
| 2. His formative years were spent serving Bihariji and participating in Bhagavata Purana Kathas with his father. | |
| 3. At sixteen, he was designated as the next narrator of Bhagavata Purana by his father in Haridwar, India. | |
| 4. For 36 years, he has been conducting Bhagavata Kathas, completing 700 such events to date. | |
| 5. His father taught him the BhÄgavata and the fundamentals of Sanskrit. | |
| 6. He has mastered 8000 shlokas and chaupais from Shri Ramcharitmanas. | |
| 7. During his Kathas, Mridul ji emphasizes the importance of divine love in human life. | |
| 8. He believes that Bhagavata Purana embodies the Gopis' unconditional love for Lord Krishna, defining true bhakti rasa. | |
| 9. His life is dedicated to Krishna devotion, spreading Bhagavata Purana teachings, and building Krishna temples like Radha Sneha Bihari Mandir. | |
| 10. Through Shri BhÄgavata Mission Trust, he oversees projects like Shri Radharani Gaushala and Shri Radha Sneh Bihari Ashram in Vrindavan. | |
| 11. The Trust publishes a monthly Hindi magazine, Mridul Chintan, and operates the religious cable channel Adhyatma. | |
| 12. Combining traditional and modern elements, he renovated the Sneha Bihari temple in Vrindavan. | |
| 13. His narrations of BhÄgavata Purana have gained popularity in India and internationally. | |
| 14. Annually on Guru Purnima, his disciples honor him as their spiritual guide. | |
| 15. Listeners and followers praise his vivid and engaging portrayal of BhÄgavata Purana characters, situations, and scenes. |