Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predato(2019)
Director:
Eva OrnerStars:
Bikram Choudhury
Tracing from his rise in the 1970s to his disgrace in accusations of rape and sexual harassment in more recent years.
Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predato
Details
Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator is a gripping documentary that delves into the rise and fall of Bikram Choudhury, the renowned yoga teacher who became a symbol of power, fame, and controversy.
The film takes us on a journey through Choudhury's early days as he revolutionized the yoga world in the 1970s, introducing his unique and highly intense form of hot yoga. With his gregarious personality and charismatic teaching style, Bikram quickly gained a dedicated following and built a global empire of studios.
However, as the documentary unfolds, dark allegations emerge. Choudhury faces numerous accusations of rape and sexual harassment, leading to a series of lawsuits that rock his reputation and empire. The film meticulously examines the accounts of these brave women who came forward, shedding light on the manipulation and abuse they experienced within Choudhury's yoga community.
Through interviews with former students, employees, and survivors, Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator unravels the complex persona of the once-beloved guru, exposing the disturbing underbelly of the yoga industry. This thought-provoking documentary raises important questions about power dynamics, accountability, and the intersection of spirituality and abuse.
With its powerful storytelling and extensive research, Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator offers an eye-opening exploration of a man who held tremendous influence and the devastating impact of his actions. This documentary serves as a cautionary tale and a call to action for the yoga community and beyond, urging viewers to examine the structures that enable abuse and support survivors in their quest for justice.
The film takes us on a journey through Choudhury's early days as he revolutionized the yoga world in the 1970s, introducing his unique and highly intense form of hot yoga. With his gregarious personality and charismatic teaching style, Bikram quickly gained a dedicated following and built a global empire of studios.
However, as the documentary unfolds, dark allegations emerge. Choudhury faces numerous accusations of rape and sexual harassment, leading to a series of lawsuits that rock his reputation and empire. The film meticulously examines the accounts of these brave women who came forward, shedding light on the manipulation and abuse they experienced within Choudhury's yoga community.
Through interviews with former students, employees, and survivors, Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator unravels the complex persona of the once-beloved guru, exposing the disturbing underbelly of the yoga industry. This thought-provoking documentary raises important questions about power dynamics, accountability, and the intersection of spirituality and abuse.
With its powerful storytelling and extensive research, Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator offers an eye-opening exploration of a man who held tremendous influence and the devastating impact of his actions. This documentary serves as a cautionary tale and a call to action for the yoga community and beyond, urging viewers to examine the structures that enable abuse and support survivors in their quest for justice.