The journey of Sanyaas in the City began with a vision — a vision sparked by a profound moment of clarity. During a phase of deep immersion in Osho’s writings, Adarsh Gupta had a lucid dream that became the catalyst for what would soon evolve into a transformative movement. In that dream, Osho spoke about bringing the essence of Sanyaas to the modern cityscape, planting the seed for a movement that would bridge the gap between spiritual depth and urban life.
At the time, there was no roadmap, no clear structure — just an unshakable knowing that this had to manifest. What followed was a quest to bring together the right minds and hearts to breathe life into this idea. And as if drawn by a shared calling, the core team began to take shape. Dr. Mickey Mehta, Neha Sareen, and Shikha Mehra, each aligned with the spirit of Sanyaas in the City, stepped forward to co-create this vision with complete dedication and soul-fueled commitment.
This movement is not just timely — it is necessary. In a world consumed by the relentless pursuit of material success, where distractions are endless and burnout is the norm, there is a deep void—a longing for meaning, balance, and inner peace. The modern human is wealthier, more connected, and more informed than ever before, yet also more anxious, restless, and unfulfilled. Sanyaas in the City is a call to break free from this cycle, to shift from material obsession to inner freedom, and to redefine success beyond external achievements.
At its core, this movement is about accessing your Soul Mind Intelligence, an innate wisdom that already exists within you. However, over time, a sheath of dust—created by layers of conditioning, societal expectations, and unconscious patterns—builds up, clouding your ability to connect with it. Sanyaas in the City is about clearing this dust, peeling back the layers, and awakening the intelligence of your soul so you can live with clarity, purpose, and deep fulfillment.
This is about living a soul-fired life—where success is not measured by accumulation but by the depth of one’s presence, awareness, and connection to truth. It is not about renouncing the world but about embracing it with a new perspective—one rooted in consciousness, bliss, and authenticity. Through this movement, we invite individuals to step into their highest potential, not by escaping life, but by transforming the way they live it.
We live in a world that glorifies the hustle, rewards endless striving, and equates success with accumulation. Yet, beneath the noise, the deadlines, and the constant chase, there is a quiet longing—a desire for something deeper, something more meaningful. Sanyaas in the City is that missing piece, a movement that bridges the external world of achievement with the internal world of fulfillment.
Adarsh Gupta is an alumnus of the Delhi School of Economics and has had an illustrious career in the FMCG and media industries, working with global brands such as Cadbury Schweppes, Nestle, Times Music and Entertainment, and HMV Saregama. In 2015, he ventured into entrepreneurship, driven by his passion for promoting fitness and wellness. His company, Brilliant Wellness, is the largest media firm in the wellness genre, offering 24×7 channels on Tata Play, Dish TV, and D2H. Adarsh is also the co-founder of Dominiche Productions, which has a scaled media play in the astrology and seniors’ genres.
“From being a globe trotting young achiever to living my dream today…the journey has evolved into getting fully engulfed in the mysteries of the spirit world to find the real answers …”
Adarsh Gupta
Neha Sareen is an alumna of the Mahindra United World College of India and holds a degree in Economic Management from Ohio Wesleyan University, USA. Over the last eighteen years, she has established herself as a versatile media personality. Following her passion, she has excelled as a prominent TV host, sports presenter, model, film journalist, and corporate emcee. Neha’s professional journey took a transformative turn when she transitioned to content production. She embarked on creating compelling pop-spirituality shorts, including the digital series ‘Transform with Neha’, which deconstructs inspiring human stories. Neha has co-created and hosted the chat show ‘Mind Positive with Neha Sareen’, focused on fostering mental and emotional resilience.
“From a celebrated TV show host to a wellness evangelist, I find myself drawn to a deeper calling – to facilitate individuals to unearth their true essence and rewrite their life stories.”
Neha Sareen
Shikha Mehra is a graduate of St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and holds an MBA from the Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad. After spending eight years at senior roles in the automobile and fintech sectors, she became a full-time yoga educator and nutrition consultant. Shikha has coached over 5,000 practitioners, helping them achieve healthier and fitter versions of themselves. She has been actively contributing to programming on the Tata Play Fitness channel. Shikha aims to inspire people to fall in love with themselves through the art of movement and mindful eating.
“From a corporate cubicle to a yoga mat, on a mission to sprinkle zen and wellness into people’s lives like confetti. Working passionately to ignite a love affair between people and themselves through the art of movement and nourishment.”
Shikha Mehra
Dr Mickey Mehta is a leading holistic health guru in India, with 44 years of experience in holistic health and 53 years in the practice of yoga. He has been honoured as the ‘Health and Wellness Icon of India’ by the Times of India and has received the ‘Pioneer in Holistic Health’ and ‘Award of Excellence’ by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs in Switzerland during the 75th anniversary of Bharat ka Amrit Mahotsav. He is the author of four books, with four more in the pipeline. Dr Mehta has also written medical articles published in leading medical journals and has spoken at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, IIMs, and IITs. Dr Mehta is associated with Jaslok Hospital, Asian Cancer Institute, ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital, Tata Memorial, Breach Candy Hospital, Ministry of External Affairs, Mumbai University, HSNC University, and Maharashtra State Police.
“I am in absolute submission within me, that’s where I find my blissful tree.”
Dr. Mickey Mehta
