- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:19 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj, popularly known as “Pookie Baba” by the Gen Z on Instagram, is a popular spiritual leader and Bhagavad Katha orator. Guru Aniruddhacharya Ji has become an internet sensation over time by blending humour with spiritual teachings and addressing various usual and unusual queries of the people and his disciples. Baba Aniruddhacharya owns the famous Gauri Gopal Ashram in Vrindavan, where he runs community service programs such as serving the widows and cows, feeding the poor, and funding education for needy children. His social media presence is highly notable, largely due to his witty and funny remarks during his public addresses.
Here is all you need to know about the viral Pookie Baba Anniruddhacharya Ji of Instagram. Know about his personal life and net worth below:
Early Life And Family Of Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj
As per the public records, Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji was born on 27th September 1989 in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The real name of Guru Aniruddhacharya Ji is Aniruddh Ram Tiwari. From childhood, he served Lord Krishna at the Shri Radha-Krishna Temple. His father was the temple priest, and he grew up in a spiritual environment. At a young age, Baba started reading the Ramcharitmanas and the Shrimad Bhagwat.
Wife Of Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj - Smt. Aarti Tiwari. (Image Source: Instagram/@aniruddhacharyajimaharaj)
Guru Aniruddhacharya’s father's name is Shri Ram Naresh Tiwari, and his mother's name is Smt. Chhaya Bai. Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj is married to Smt. Aarti Tiwari. Like Aniruddhacharya Maharaj, his wife Aarti Tiwari also sings bhajans and is a devotee of Radha Rani and Krishna. He and his wife have two sons, Om and Shivu Tiwari.
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Baba Aniruddhacharya finances the marriage of needy girls and runs Annapurna Rasoi to feed the underprivileged. (Image Source: Instagram/@aniruddhacharyajimaharaj)
Notable Works Of Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj
Baba Aniruddhacharya works as a social worker and humanitarian alongside reciting Bhagavad Katha and having a strong social media presence. The popularity of Aniruddhacharya Ji rose from the COVID-19 period back in 2020, when he established Annapurna Rasoi. This community initiative still provides meals to approximately 3,000 to 5,000 individuals daily. Baba Aniruddhacharya also serves homeless old women, widows, and cows at his Ashram in Vrindavan. He also sponsors the marriage of poor girls and supports the educational needs of underprivileged children.
Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji serves the cows, homeless widows, and women at his Ashram in Vrindavan. (Image Source: Instagram/@aniruddhacharyajimaharaj)
Net Worth Of Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj
Various media reports suggest that the Net worth of Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj was approximately INR 25 Crores as of mid-2025. Aniruddhacharya Ji’s income primarily comes from the Bhagavad Katha programs, donations and YouTube channel revenue. As per the reports, Baba approximately charges between INR lakh and INR 3 lakh for a single-day event and approximately INR 10 - 15 lakh for a week-long Bhagwat Katha program. His monthly income is believed to be around INR 45 lakh.
Guru Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj primarily earns through his Bhagavad Katha programs and donations. (Image Source: Instagram/@aniruddhacharyajimaharaj)
Social Media Presence Of Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj
Baba Aniruddhacharya Ji has over 25 million followers across all his social media channels, including Instagram, X, and YouTube. His unique sayings and sharp sense of humour have earned him recognition worldwide. He has also been recognised in the London World Book of Records for having the most YouTube subscribers for spiritual discourses.
