Monalisa marries Farman, needs police protection: What is 'love jihad'
Monalisa Bhosle, who went viral during the Mahakumbh Mela for selling rudraksha garlands, just married actor Farman Khan on March 11 in Kerala.
Their wedding wasn't all smooth sailing. They needed police protection after Monalisa's father opposed the match.
Who is Farman
Farman is an actor. He and Monalisa first connected on Facebook and grew close while working together on her film shoot in Poovar.
After six months of dating, they tied the knot, supported by local leaders who called their marriage a win for Kerala's spirit of harmony.
Monalisa's response to 'love jihad' claims
Their story sparked headlines when some labeled it "love jihad," but Monalisa shut down those claims, pointing out they followed Hindu rituals at their wedding.
Despite family drama and public chatter, police confirmed Monalisa made her own choice, reminding everyone that adults have the right to decide whom they marry.