Wax figure of yoga guru Ramdev unveiled by Madame Tussauds

Baba Ram Dev

The wax figure of yoga guru Ramdev was unveiled by Madame Tussauds New York in national capital yesterday.

The event took place in the presence of Ramdev, who also performed some ‘asanas’ on the occasion.

The wax sculpture will be “available for fans to meet and interact with, at Madame Tussauds New York”, Merlin Entertainments said in a statement.

“The unveiling of his wax figure serves as both a gift to his audience and a tribute to the yogi who continues to inspire millions, reflecting the unwavering faith of his followers in the present and projecting into the future,” it said.

Madame Tussauds New York, spokesperson Tiago Mogodouro said Ramdev’s figure represents a “harmonious blend of spiritual wisdom and health, mirroring the admiration and respect he commands worldwide”

“We take immense pride in honouring his contribution to yoga and wellness, anticipating that his presence will inspire our visitors to embrace the journey of self-improvement and holistic wellbeing,” he was quoted as saying in the statement.

With world’s top 200 icons, Madame Tussauds has given a saint this honour. I am very thankful and consider this honour as a pride moment for ‘Sanatan’ culture,” yoga guru Ramdev said on his wax statue at ‘Madame Tussauds New York’ in Delhi.

Other notable Indians featured in the New York Museum with wax figures include Mahatma Gandhi, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, Kareena Kapoor, Salman Khan, and Katrina Kaif.