Shi Yongxin, the celebrity abbot who transformed China's Shaolin Temple into a global kung fu powerhouse, has been removed from his post and defrocked following a sweeping criminal investigation. Authorities allege he embezzled temple funds, maintained improper relationships with women, and even fathered illegitimate children, shattering his public image as a spiritual leader. The Buddhist Association of China has revoked his ordination certificate, and multiple agencies are probing the extent of his financial and personal misconduct. The scandal has rocked the birthplace of kung fu and Zen Buddhism, raising questions about the intersection of religion, power, and commercialization in modern China. A new abbot has been appointed as the temple seeks to restore its reputation.
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