BKS Iyengar
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BKS Iyengar Net Worth

BKS Iyengar was an influential figure in the world of yoga, born in India on December 14, 1918. He developed the Iyengar Yoga practice and wrote several books to explain his philosophy. He was highly respected and was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2014.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day December 14, 1918
Birth Place India
Age 102 YEARS OLD
Died On Aug 20, 2014 (age 95)
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $80 billion (2024)

About

Widely regarded as one of the world's most distinguished teachers of yoga, this creator of Iyengar Yoga wrote several books outlining his philosophy and practice. He was a 2014 recipient of the prestigious Padma Vibhushan.

Before Fame

During his childhood years, he suffered from malnutrition and was, at different times, diagnosed with tuberculosis, malaria, and typhoid fever. On the invitation of his sister's husband, the yogi Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, he began practicing yoga as a means of improving his health.

Trivia

A philanthropist as well as a yogi, he donated millions of rupees to the Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens in Mysore, India.

Family Life

With his wife Ramamani, he raised one son and five daughters. Two of his children, Prashant and Geeta, became world-famous yoga teachers.

Associated With

The renowned Violinist Yehudi Menuhin was among Iyengar's yoga disciples.

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