Miranda Kerr has had the opportunity to meet many high-profile figures throughout her career, including Hollywood stars and world leaders. However, she reveals that her most starstruck moment was meeting renowned yogi Gurmukh.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Kerr, 41, shares, “Meeting Gurmukh was my most starstruck moment. She introduced Kundalini yoga to the Western world, and I’ve been practicing it since I was 17. It was a dream come true to meet her and practice Kundalini yoga together.”
Gurmukh is celebrated for bringing Kundalini yoga to a broader audience and has worked with many celebrities, including Demi Moore, Courtney Love, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Her classes are known for their spiritual and physical benefits.
In addition to yoga, Kerr is passionate about meditation and wellness, which also plays a significant role in her life and career. She founded Kora Organics in 2009 to promote natural skincare.
Here are some personal insights from Kerr:
1. My first job was as an assistant in a hair salon, where I swept floors and kept the place tidy.
2. I have a secret talent for singing, a love I developed as a child while singing by the piano with my grandmother.
3. My first car was a jade green Saab, probably a 1990 900i model. I loved its sunroof and cream interior.
4. Meeting Gurmukh, the pioneer of Kundalini yoga, was my most starstruck moment. Practicing Kundalini yoga with her was a dream come true.
5. My favorite wardrobe item is an old black Christian Dior men’s blazer that I’ve had for 12 years and still cherish.
6. My favorite movie is *The Big Blue*, known for its stunning cinematography.
7. *Power vs. Force* by David Hawkins is my favorite book. It had a profound impact on my life.
8. The song that brings back the best memories for me is “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa.
9. My ultimate comfort food is my slow-cooked turmeric chicken with roasted vegetables. It’s incredibly delicious!
10. My best subject in school was English.
11. I’m most proud of creating, launching, and building Kora Organics. Seeing its positive impact on our customers’ skin and confidence is incredibly rewarding.
12. My favorite vacation spot is anywhere with family, though I especially love going back to Australia.
13. My go-to cocktail is Campari and soda.
14. I always carry my mobile phone for family connectivity, Kora Organics Silky Sun Drops SPF 30 for reapplication, and a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
15. Growing up, my celebrity crush was Prince William.
16. I’ve been meditating daily for over 20 years, often practicing Transcendental Meditation or using the Insight Timer app for guided sessions.
17. If I weren’t in the wellness field, I’d pursue a career related to health and psychology, fascinated by the connection between mind and body.
18. I started watching “The Diary of a CEO” podcast while on the treadmill, and I really enjoy it.
19. Christmas is my favorite holiday because it’s a special time to be with family, cook together, and enjoy the festive spirit.
20. I’m obsessed with exfoliating and face masks. Kora Organics’ Turmeric 2:1 Brightening and Exfoliating Mask is my favorite—it feels like a facial in a tube.
21. My most-used emoji is the two pink hearts.
22. My go-to karaoke song is “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” from *Frozen*.
23. One of my favorite modeling experiences was shooting the Vogue Italia cover with Steven Meisel in 2010, where I was featured holding my teacup Yorkie, Frankie.
24. Camp Cove in Sydney is my favorite beach for its stunning harbor view. It’s a small, picturesque spot I adore.
25. I collect photos and frames from my travels around the world.