Baba Bageshwar, also known as Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, is currently on a spiritual tour to Australia, Fiji, and New Zealand from June 3 to June 26, 2025. Known for his teachings on Sanatan Dharma, he is also scheduled to visit the UK, Oman, and the UAE in July 2025. However, he recently found himself at the center of a social media storm after images of him wearing a Gucci jacket and sunglasses worth approximately Rs. 60,000 went viral.
Viral Photos Spark Troll Fest
Photos of Baba Bageshwar dressed in designer wear while on a flight began circulating on social media. Critics accused the spiritual leader of hypocrisy, pointing out the stark contrast between his lavish attire and his spiritual message. Many YouTubers and social media users questioned the authenticity of a spiritual leader flaunting high-end fashion labels.
Baba Bageshwar’s Fiery Response
In a strong rebuttal to the trolling, Baba Bageshwar explained the context behind the viral images. He revealed that while in Australia, he felt cold and mentioned to his disciples that he needed a jacket. A girl who had taken Diksha gifted him the Gucci jacket, which he later found out was worth Rs. 60,000. He wore it simply out of necessity, not for show.
He added, “10 Rs ka aadmi nachne wala, gande charitra ka aadmi agar doh lakh ki jacket pehen sakta hai aur mahatma agar 60,000 ki pehen leh toh pet mei dard hota hai… Hum nai sudhrenge.”
On Wearing Gucci Sunglasses
Baba further shared that he was unaware of the sunglasses’ brand. He wore them because of an eye issue during the flight. Only later did he learn they were Gucci. He criticized the obsession with labels in Indian society, where more attention is given to what someone is wearing than to their actions.
Plans To Wear Prada Next Time
Taking a humorous jab at the critics, Baba declared in a viral video that he might wear a Prada jacket or Jackson’s brand sunglasses next time, inviting content creators to post more clips and photos. He emphasized that his disciples give him these items and that he personally does not spend on such luxury.
Clarification On Financial Matters
Addressing the bigger picture, Baba Bageshwar clarified that donations received during his sermons are utilized for charitable causes such as marriage arrangements for underprivileged girls and building cancer hospitals. None of the donations are used for personal extravagance.
A Divided Internet
While some netizens were quick to criticize, others came to Baba’s defense, stating that wearing a gifted item does not diminish his spiritual contributions. His followers praised his honesty and transparency in addressing the issue.
Final Thoughts
Baba Bageshwar’s Gucci jacket controversy has added another layer to the discussion about the public image of spiritual leaders in the modern age. While some demand simplicity as a virtue, others argue that intention matters more than appearances.
What are your thoughts on Baba Bageshwar wearing Gucci attire gifted by a follower?