Poonam Pandey, the controversial social media personality, recently attended the Mahakumbh 2025. Known for her bold and provocative online presence, Pandey’s visit to the spiritual event sparked a flurry of reactions on Instagram.
`Pandey shared photos and videos of her experience at the Mahakumbh. In one of her posts, she wrote, “Mahakumbh… Witnessing life up close, where a 70-year-old walks barefoot for hours, where faith knows no limits. Feeling deeply for those who lost their lives, hoping they find moksh. The devotion here has left me speechless.”
In another Instagram story, she captioned, “Sab paap dhul gaye mere” (All my sins have been washed away). She also expressed grief over the stampede that occurred during the event, praying for the departed souls to find peace.
The reactions from her followers were mixed. Some users criticized her participation, with comments like, “Tumhaare paap aise hain jo kabhi dhoye nahi jaa sakte” (Your sins are such that can never be washed away). Another user quipped, “Sau choohe khaake billi chali Hajj” (The cat went for Hajj after eating a hundred rats).
However, there were also supporters who welcomed her visit. One user commented, “Prayagraj mein aapka swagat hai” (Welcome to Prayagraj). Another expressed hope for a new beginning, asking, “Aapke sab paap samaapt hue… Kya aapke aacharanon mein badlav nazar aayega?” (All your sins end here… Will there be a change in your behavior?).
Poonam Pandey’s visit to the Mahakumbh 2025 was a significant event that drew attention from both her critics and supporters. While some questioned her intentions, others saw it as a step towards redemption. Regardless of the mixed reactions, Pandey’s presence at the Mahakumbh added to the ongoing discourse about spirituality and social media personalities.