Viral Mahakumbh Mela 'Mona Lisa' Returns Home After Harassment and Declining Sales

Monalisa Bhonsle, a 16-year-old garland seller from Indore, was sent home by her family after viral fame at the Mahakumbh Mela disrupted her livelihood and led to harassment.

Monalisa Bhonsle, nicknamed 'Mona Lisa' for her striking looks, gained viral fame at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj after being compared to the iconic painting.
Her sudden popularity led to large crowds gathering around her stall, taking photos and videos instead of purchasing her garlands, which negatively impacted her sales.
Intense public attention escalated to harassment, with videos showing her being chased by men and struggling to escape the crowd, prompting her father to send her back to Indore for her safety.
In one incident, Bhonsle expressed her frustration by snatching and smashing a vlogger's phone as she attempted to avoid being filmed without consent.
While her viral fame brought her millions of online admirers and social media followers, it also highlighted the challenges of unwanted attention and its impact on her livelihood.