Kumaré (2012)

Director
Vikram Gandhi

Main cast
Vikram Gandhi; Purva Bedi; Kristen Calgaro

Genres
Documentary

Description
A documentary about a man who impersonates a wise Indian Guru and builds a following in Arizona. At the height of his popularity, the Guru Kumaré must reveal his true identity to his disciples and unveil his greatest teaching of all.


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