Quick Info
| Profession | Monk |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 24/12/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Wambori village, Maharashtra |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Gaur Gopal Das
14/11/2025
HarperCollins India announced that Gaur Gopal Das has a new book titled You Can Have It All scheduled for release in December 2025. The publisher described it as his most personal and profound work, with publication planned in English first and then in other Indian languages.
22/03/2025
Gaur Gopal Das spoke at BT MindRush 2025 amid public debate about the 70-hour work week. He said that finding the right balance matters most, framing balance as essential for handling work and life effectively.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other name | Prabhu Gaur Gopal Das |
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| Full Name | Gaur Gopal Das |
| Other Name | Gaur Gopal Prabhu |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Bald |
Educational Qualification(s)
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Marital Status | He is a celibate. |
| Parents | His father worked for the Meteorological Department of India. |
| Siblings | He has a younger sister. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Gaur Gopal Das is an Indian monk, lifestyle coach, motivational speaker, and author. | |
| 2. He was born in Wambori, Maharashtra, into a middle-class Marwari Jain family. | |
| 3. Growing up, he was a pampered child who only ate meals made according to his preference. | |
| 4. He aspired to make a positive impact in the world and people's lives. | |
| 5. Gaur Gopal Das took Diksha from his religious teacher Radhanath Swami in a monastery in Mumbai. | |
| 6. He is a former engineer and a senior saint in ISKCON. | |
| 7. The monk has authored books like 'Life’s Amazing Secrets' and 'The Way of the Monk.' | |
| 8. Gaur Gopal Das has received numerous awards for his spiritual and inspirational contributions. | |
| 9. He is recognized as one of the most renowned monks in India. | |
| 10. He worked briefly as an electrical engineer at Hewlett Packard before joining ISKCON in 1996. | |
| 11. In 2018, he received an honorary doctorate from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT). | |
| 12. In February 2023, he received Asia's Golden Book Awards for 'Energize Your Mind: A Monk's Guide to Mindful Living.' | |
| 13. He has spoken at prestigious venues including the United Nations and the British Parliament. | |
| 14. His debut book 'Life’s Amazing Secrets' is a national bestseller that sold 250,000 copies in six months and won the Crossword Book Award for popular non-fiction in 2019. | |
| 15. He is a disciple of Radhanath Swami and was influenced by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. | |
| 16. In 2016, he received the Super Achiever Award from Rotary International for his contributions to spirituality and inspiration. | |
| 17. He has spoken at multiple TEDx events and addressed companies like Infosys, Barclays, Bank of America, E&Y, and Ford. | |
| 18. He is a member and preacher of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). | |
| 19. He is a former Hewlett Packard engineer turned Indian lifestyle coach and motivational speaker. | |
| 20. He has spoken at Google's headquarters and the British Parliament. | |
| 21. He is a Top Voice on LinkedIn. |
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