B Praak returned to Vrindavan this weekend. Standing behind the camera along the parikrama trail, the Punjabi singer captured spiritual guru Premanand Ji Maharaj leading a morning padyatra, sharing the dawn footage directly with followers.
The darshan carried distinct weight. It fell on Saturday, November 14, marking the birth anniversary of Premanand Ji's spiritual mentor, Gaurangi Sharan Maharaj. Devotees packed the route as the procession moved forward. For B Praak, the pilgrimage is far from a one-off detour. His ties to the holy town have long anchored his creative output.
Premanand Ji Maharaj’s ashram has increasingly drawn mainstream Indian performers seeking respite from commercial grind. Rapper Badshah recently travelled to the shrine, questioning the guru on whether blunt truth-telling fractures personal relationships. Character actor Manoj Joshi, best known for his turn in 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa', also sought audience and blessings from the ascetic.
B Praak’s own connection runs personal. During an earlier audience with Premanand Ji, the singer performed live for him. In return, the spiritual leader urged him to keep his resolve intact—reminding him never to surrender inner strength or hope, regardless of whether circumstances swing favourable or bleak.
The advice took root. Navigating commercial success in Mumbai and Punjab's volatile pop industry demands an anchor, and the musician treats his devotional work as a functional shield against burnout.
For me, music and spirituality go hand-in-hand. Singing songs, especially the devotional ones, feel like a prayer. Music has always been a way for me to express my faith and my gratitude. It helps me stay grounded and reminds me of the blessings in my life, no matter how busy or overwhelming the industry gets.
Habit sustains the discipline. "My spiritual inclination keeps me grounded. And believing that everything I have today is a blessing from the Almighty helps," B Praak explained, outlining his daily routine. "I start my day with a prayer and a moment of reflection, and I end it with gratitude."
With his Vrindavan parikrama documented, the singer returns to his production slate—relying on the ascetic's counsel to weather whatever trials the film music circuit serves up next.