In the bustling metropolis of North Sydney, hundreds of worshipers make their way to a small temple.
Chanting and celebrating fifty years since their movement was founded, some dress in traditional orange robes, others wear vibrant saris.
They identify as Hare Krishnas and represent the modern face of a relatively new religious movement.
“We’re reminding people what they actually are,” Guru Bhakti Charu Swami told SBS.
The movement is based on traditional scriptures, which teach about reincarnation, karma and a simpler way of life.
It famously gained traction among Vietnam War protesters during the 1960s and 70s, and also through the association with British mega-band, The Beatles.
It is now a global force, boasting millions of worshipers around the world.
A time to worship Source: SBS
In Australia, the movement has undergone somewhat of a modern makeover, with many devotees worshiping from home, instead of traditional Ashrams.
There’s also a growing number of Indian converts.
Indian migrants Venkat and Yuthika Rao joined the religion six years ago.
Mr Rao used to be an atheist and Mrs Rao had followed traditional Hinduism, worshiping multiple gods.
“It’s so simple, a simple philosophy, (it's a) great experience with people and good associations,” Mr Rao told SBS.
Experts say the gravitation of Indians towards the movement represents a positive shift, after the Hare Krishnas acknowledged a legacy of child abuse dating back to the 1970s.
Sydney University religious expert, Dr Christopher Hartney, told SBS: “It bounces back to become something that’s not so focused on white people looking for a new age experience.”
“It rebounds back to its traditional heart,” he added.
A special chant will be performed at the Sydney Opera House to mark the jubilee.
