​Jada Pinkett Smith to Hugh Jackman: Hollywood stars who were inspired by teachings of the Bhagavad Gita​

In a bid to break away from the glitzy and glamorous world of Hollywood, tinseltown's brightest stars are seeking solace and inspiration in the pages of ancient Indian vedic texts. These celebrities have opened up about their spiritual journeys, delving into the wisdom of the sacred literature of the Bhagavad Gita. From Jada Pinkett Smith referring to the text to help embrace abstinence to Hugh Jackman turning to the scriptures in his quest for truth and mortality, here's a list of Hollywood stars who were inspired by the teachings of the holy book.

Jada Pinkett Smith, who has been making headlines for her revelations about her personal life and her separation with husband Will Smith. The actress, who has been opening up about her personal journey in her new memoir, also spoke up about her spiritual transformation. The actress describes herself as an "urban nun," sharing her daily practices of meditation and reading sacred texts, including the Bhagavad Gita, the Quran, and the Bible. Jada revealed that she has been turning to the holy scriptures to embrace abstinence from sex, alcohol, violent entertainment, and unnecessary spending, opting for a more contemplative and mindful lifestyle.

Cillian Murphy, who played physicist Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's film 'Oppenheimer,' turned to the Bhagavad Gita as part of his preparation for the role. This sacred text profoundly impacted Oppenheimer, who famously referred to it after the successful testing of the world's first atomic bomb. Murphy acknowledged the 'beauty and inspiration' he found in the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing its role in providing solace to those who seek it.

Singer Shawn Mendes embarked on a spiritual journey following his breakup with Camila Cabello. Opening up about this transformation, Mendes revealed that he turned to meditation and spirituality to find balance amid the demands of stardom. He delved into religious texts, including the Bhagavad Gita, and even dedicated Thursdays to meditation and discussions about scriptures with Jay Shetty.

During a promotional tour in India, actor Will Smith expressed his deep connection to the Bhagavad Gita. He shared his love for the text's history and surprised fans when he revealed that he had already completed reading 90 percent of the holy book. Smith revealed that reading the Bhagavad Gita made him feel like his inner "Arjuna" was being channeled.

Hugh Jackman, known for his role as Wolverine, discussed his spiritual journey and how he was drawn to the wisdom found in the Bhagavad Gita. In an interview with TOI, Jackman expressed his affinity for Vedic traditions and their resonance with his quest for truth and mortality. He finds solace in the philosophical concepts presented in these ancient texts, blending Eastern and Western philosophies in his spiritual explorations. "I naturally sort of end up flowing towards that Vedic sort of tradition... I find it fits with me and my sensibilities," he said.