I’m More Spiritual Than Religious,” Says Neelu Kohli as She Joins Vedas Speaks

Mumbai:

Actress Neelu Kohli, known for her powerful presence on screen and her grounded, warm personality off it, recently graced the spiritual podcast Vedas Speaks as a co-host. The actor, who has always approached life with grace and introspection, revealed how spirituality has shaped her journey and why this podcast felt like the perfect platform for her.For Neelu, spirituality isn’t something she discovered recently it has been an integral part of her life for years. “There were always so many questions in my mind. When the Internet opened up so much knowledge, I absorbed everything I could. But I also realized half knowledge is dangerous, so I took courses, studied deeply and practiced consistently,” she shared. While she proudly embraces her Sikh roots, she describes herself as “more spiritual than religious.Neelu believes that the true essence of spirituality lies in understanding the deeper layers of one’s culture and belief systems. “I’m always trying to find the spiritual side of religion,” she said. This mindset made her involvement in Vedas Speaks feel natural. She feels today’s audience connects far more with conversations than with books. “A visual medium is definitely more interesting now. When people talk about spirituality, you absorb it better than reading it,” she added.Talking about the uniqueness of Vedas Speaks, Neelu highlights its interactive format and meaningful content. “It’s not someone giving a lecture it’s a debate, a discussion, a two-way conversation. That’s the USP. You understand how your stars can guide you, how life experiences shape your journey.She also points out how the podcast stands out in its attempt to document India’s spiritual legacy and history for future generations. In her words, “Not many people talk about spirituality or our heritage. Through this podcast, these conversations stay documented. Years later, someone can look back and learn from them.Her collaboration with Sammeer, creator of Vedas Speaks, comes with years of shared professional history. “I’ve known Sammeer for around 20 years. We worked together at Cine Vista and stayed connected on social media. I saw his spiritual side through ‘Krishna Speaks,’ and that slowly piqued my interest,” she revealed. What began as casual question-and-answer exchanges soon turned into deep discussions — eventually leading to her joining the podcast as co-host. “When he asked me, I was genuinely excited,” she added.As she steps into this new chapter with Vedas Speaks, Neelu hopes the audience takes away clarity, awareness, and a deeper connection with themselves. The actor believes the world is moving towards spiritual curiosity, and conversations like these help people evolve. For her, the podcast is not just a platform but a meaningful extension of her own spiritual path.