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Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. Join us as we look for The Truth About Ag | Check out 'Documentary - The Truth About Aghori' on Indiegogo. “In almost every interview I did about the show I talked at length about the issue underlying the episode, including the fluidity of the caste system, the problems inherent amongst the untouchable class, and how devout Hindus of all stripes are working tirelessly to overcome both,” Aslan explained. Aghori [1] is an Indian television series that is produced by Essel Vision Productions. Barai alleged that the CNN documentary on Hinduism produced by special reporter Reza Aslan showed practices of five Aghori Bawas. The Aghori shun material belongings and often walk around unclothed. Aslan has responded to the criticism in a Facebook post, saying that he stated throughout the episode that the Aghori aren’t representative of Hinduism. Shalabh alleged that the program was a response to so many Hindu Americans supporting Donald Trump during the election campaign. Do Aghoris really have sex with dead bodies? These incidents were also cited in a statement from the Hindu American foundation. Rudranath's disciple asks Rudranath why he wants the same girl. Aghori Sadhu is associated with cannibalism, rituals using human skulls and making love to corpses. Watch full episodes of First Ladies. The footage prompted a backlash from critics who accused him of painting a false and extreme picture of Hinduism, with America's only Hindu Member of Congress tweeting: "I am very disturbed that CNN is using its power and influence to increase people’s misunderstanding and fear of Hinduism.". Charcoal. Subscribe to CNN Press Room Email Updates. The eponymous host of Believer with Reza Aslan was in India to meet with ascetic members of the Aghori sect, which has fewer than 100 members. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? First Ladies, a new CNN Original Series about America’s most iconic first ladies, premieres Sunday, October 4, at 10 p.m. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Click here to upload yours. Aghoris live among India's cremation sites - where Lord Shiva and goddess Kali Ma are said to dwell - and feed on what others throw away. Legalized cannibalism, yeah you read that right! CNN and Aslan have been accused of mischaracterizing Hinduism at a time when the Indian-American community is still reeling from recent attacks on two Hindus and a Sikh man in apparent hate crimes. 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Aslan claims many of the accusations are unfounded, however. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? For other inquiries, Contact Us. ", She also noted that Hindus are "still reeling after witnessing terrible hate crimes in the last few weeks.". In an episode of Believer, a six-par… You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. (Representative Image / Reuters), For the latest election news, analysis and live updates on Bihar Elections 2020, log on to NDTV.com/elections. Want to know what a dead guy's brain tastes like? “The Aghori — they’re cannibals, it’s one of the other things I came here to see. They wrote: "When the knowledge deficit is so stark, and minority communities are facing a rise in hate incidents across the US... why would Aslan and CNN sensationalize the Aghoris as a primetime introduction to the faith of a billion Hindus, most of whom have never seen or met an Aghor?". "In almost every interview I did about the show I talked at length about the issue underlying the episode, including the fluidity of the caste system, the problems inherent amongst the untouchable class, and how devout Hindus of all stripes are working tirelessly to overcome both.". Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. View our online Press Pack. Most recently, Indian-born Harnish Patel was shot dead in South Carolina. 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