Awake: The Life of Yogananda (2014)

Name: Awake: The Life of Yogananda
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2014
Duration: 87 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Anupam Kher, Russell Simmons, George Harrison, Ravi Shankar, Krishna Das

1h 27m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Oscar nominee Paola di Florio and Sundance winner Lisa Leeman present a captivating biography of Paramahansa Yogananda, the Hindu mystic who introduced yoga and meditation to the Western world in 1920. Exploring his profound influence, the film highlights his landmark book, "Autobiography of a Yogi," which has inspired countless seekers, including icons like George Harrison and Steve Jobs. Through a blend of personal insights and historical context, this documentary sheds light on Yogananda's lasting legacy and the spiritual journey he championed for generations.

Cast

Anupam Kher Russell Simmons George Harrison Ravi Shankar Krishna Das Hitendra Wadhwa Mas Vidal Li Miao Tseng Francis Clooney Varun Soni Brother Vishwananda Deepak Chopra Anand Mehrotra Sandy Gray Sri Daya Mata