16-YO Rudraksha Seller Forced To Leave Kumbh Mela Due To Harassment By Men After Going Viral

In today’s social media-driven world, fame is just one viral video away. But what happens when that fame is neither asked for nor welcomed? A 16-year-old girl named Monalisa Bhonsle, a simple garland seller from Indore, learned this the hard way. She went to Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj to sell rudraksha malas at the ongoing Kumbh Mela 2025. But what was supposed to be a way for her to earn a living, turned into a nightmare.

Monalisa was just doing her job when a content creator captured her on camera. The video went viral and people were mesmerized by her beauty, grace, and striking blue eyes. Soon, her pictures flooded social media, and she became an internet sensation. But instead of bringing in more sales, this unwanted fame turned into a nightmare.

Men at the Kumbh Mela started following her, demanding selfies, and crowding her stall. A viral video shows Monalisa, dressed in a red salwar, desperately trying to escape the overwhelming crowd. Her family members had to step in, shielding her from the sea of men invading her space. At one point, she sat down and covered her face with a dupatta, trying to hide from the unwanted attention.

The irony is heartbreaking – fame, which is often associated with success, actually hurt Monalisa’s livelihood. Instead of buying her garlands, people came just to stare at her, take pictures, or get close to her. The crowd around her made it impossible for her to focus on selling rudraksha malas. Eventually, her father had to make a tough decision – he sent her home.

Her younger sister, Vidya, said in an interview, “People were after Monalisa all the time. It became difficult for her to focus on selling garlands. Our father decided it was best for us to go home for now.”

Social media users are now calling out the men who harassed Monalisa and made it unsafe for her to work. Have a look at some of the reactions here:

This incident is a harsh reminder that fame isn’t always a blessing. Monalisa never asked for this attention – she just wanted to do her job. It is heartbreaking to learn that she had to leave because of this nuisance.

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