New Baba on the Block: Rishi Ji Maharaj Opens Up to Megha Prasad on Faith, Fame & Firestorms | ABP NEWS

Rishi Ji Maharaj, the 25-year-old spiritual speaker making waves on social media, is being hailed as the “New Baba on the Block.” With an ever-growing fan base—and a fair share of critics—Rishi Ji’s approach to Sanatan Dharma is bold, relatable, and often controversial. In a no-holds-barred episode of Inside Out with Megha Prasad, the young preacher shared his views on religion, digital fame, and cultural responsibility. “If Bollywood heroes can be celebrated, why can’t devotees of God?” he asked, defending his viral religious reels. Megha Prasad pressed him on controversial statements, past religious violence, and his public support for figures like Dhirendra Shastri of Bageshwar Dham. Rishi Ji stood firm, calling Shastri his “elder brother” and a “voice of awakening for modern Hindutva.” He also addressed criticism of extremist messaging and the commercialization of faith, insisting his goal is to reconnect the youth with tradition—not provoke division. As Megha Prasad challenged him with tough questions, Rishi Ji’s responses revealed a mix of conviction, charisma, and calculated candor. Love him or not, one thing is clear—Rishi Ji Maharaj is not just trending, he’s transforming India’s spiritual conversation.