Abbot Shi Yongxin has been suspended, according to the cradle of Zen Buddhism and home of Chinese martial arts

Shi Yongxin is suspected of criminal offences, embezzling project funds and temple assets, statement released on temple website says.

Shi Yongxin has earned the nickname "CEO monk" for popularising Shaolin kung fu around the world.

Abbot Shi Yongxin has been suspended, according to the cradle of Zen Buddhism and home of Chinese martial arts

Controversy comes to the birthplace of kung-fu with accusations against head monk Shi Yongxin