Spiritual preacher and singer Jaya Kishori is receiving criticism after she was photographed with a tote bag valued at over Rs 2 lakh. The 29-year-old Hindu preacher was seen carrying the custom Dior “Book Tote” at an airport. Soon after the picture circulated on social media, people wondered if she even believed in her teachings on non-materialism and detachment.
Ms Kishori, who has a substantial following courtesy her spiritual discourses and singing, has reportedly often stressed the importance of renouncing material possessions in favour of spiritual growth. However, the sight of her with such an expensive accessory has led many to question the authenticity of her message. “Spiritual preacher Jaya Kishori deleted her video where she was carrying a Dior bag worth Rs 210,000 only.
Btw she preaches non-materialism & calls herself a devotee of Lord Krishna. One more thing: Dior makes bags by using calf leather," said a user on X, pointing out this contradiction. Another agreed, saying, “Jaya Kishori tells people not to be materialistic, yet she herself uses a luxury bag costing over Rs.
2 lakh. Most of these preachers are like this, using our religion to profit and live a lavish life.” Someone called her a “fraud and scammer.
” “Jaya Kishori is now a glamorous girl more than a religious speaker,” a comment read. In an earlier interview , when asked about her preaching of leaving behind all worldly desires, she said, "I do not say to stay away from worldly des.