Mahamandaleshwar Swami Anandavanam Bharati Maharaj is a spiritual leader associated with the Sri Panch Dasanam Juna Akhada and a prominent figure in India's contemporary spiritual and cultural landscape.

Born in Chalakkudy, Thrissur, Kerala, his journey has taken him from education and public life through journalism and literature to spiritual renunciation and leadership. His work today focuses on Sanatana Dharma, spiritual awakening, cultural continuity, social organisation and service.