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Kumbh Mela Girl, Monalisa Bhosle, Files POCSO Case Against VHP Leader, Director Sanoj Mishra & Others; Shocking Allegations Surface
24htopnews | May 2, 2026 1:09 AM CST

Monalisa Bhosle, known as the Kumbh Mela girl, has led to an FIR under the POCSO Act against four individuals, including filmmaker Sanoj Mishra, over allegations of misconduct during a film shoot. She has also accused advocate Anil Vilayil of defamation, with the case likely to be transferred to Madhya Pradesh Police for further investigation.

Monalisa Bhosle, widely known as the “Kumbh Mela girl,” has filed a complaint under the POCSO Act against four individuals, including a VHP leader, advocate Anil Vilayil, and film director Sanoj Mishra. The complaint has been registered at the Ernakulam Central Police Station.

As per PTI, the FIR under the POCSO Act was registered on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Monalisa has alleged that director Sanoj Mishra “misbehaved” with her during the shoot of The Diary of Manipur.

At a press conference in Kochi, Monalisa explained that the director "inappropriately touched her 10 times." As per TOI, Monalisa said, "When I told my family about it, they didn't support me."

Advocate Vilayil has been accused of defaming Monalisa on social media. She appeared before the court on Thursday, where her statement was recorded. Officials told the outlet that the case may be transferred to Madhya Pradesh Police, as the alleged incidents reportedly took place in that state.


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