Wasim Rizvi, the former Shia Board President, has been talking about his conversion to Hinduism in the headlines in the past. Ali Akbar, a Kerala resident, and Malayalam film director has now converted to Christianity. In terms of Hinduism, it is Sanatan, and it is the world’s oldest religion. Hinduism has affected and is influencing all of the world’s major individuals, who are adopting the religion’s principles and culture. Thousands of millions of people have converted to Hinduism all over the world. So, in addition to Wasim Rizvi and Ali Akbar, which celebrities around the world have converted to Hinduism?
Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is a well-known actress in Hollywood. Notting Hill, My Best Friend’s Wedding, and Eat, Pray, Love are among the films in which this American-born actress has appeared. She was so influenced by Hinduism while filming Eat, Pray, Love in India in 2010 that she converted to Hinduism.
Elizabeth Gilbert
Elizabeth Gilbert rose to prominence after the publication of her memoir ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ in 2006. She is an author. For 199 weeks, her book was on the best-selling list of the New York Times newspaper. Elizabeth had been to India in search of inspiration for her most renowned novel, and it was during this time that she became a Hindu.
Harrison, George
In today’s world, who hasn’t heard of George Harrison? He was one of the Beatles’ lead guitarists. The Beatles have a worldwide following. George Harrison was rock music’s biggest star. Harrison converted to Hinduism from Christianity in 1960. He also began to spread Hinduism. His ashes were immersed in the Ganga-Yamuna after his death in 2001.
Russell Brand
Russell Brand has always been well-known for his comedic performances. He is also a television producer, scriptwriter, and writer. His most renowned film, ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall,’ is still remembered by many. Russell Brand also gives Hinduism talks and is a big believer in meditation. He traveled to Rajasthan to marry Katy Perry in 2010, and he got married according to Hindu tradition.
Jerry Garcia
Jerry Garcia’s band, the Grateful Dead, made him famous. He was an American musician who spent 30 years with the band as the lead guitarist. He has been a lifelong follower of Hinduism, having developed an interest in the faith as a child. His ashes were immersed in the Ganges River at Rishikesh, India, after his death in 1995.