MP: Kumbh Girl's Father Appeals to CM Mohan Yadav for His Daughter's Safe Return; What Monalisa Said?
Monalisa-wedding-row: Khargone: Jai Singh Bhosale, father of the 'Kumbh Girl' Monalisa, has appealed to Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Mohan Yadav, demanding the safe return of his daughter. He has alleged that his daughter was ensnared through deception and has fallen victim to a case of 'Love Jihad.'
Speaking to journalists in Maheshwar (Khargone) after arriving from Kerala, Jai Singh Bhosale stated that when he went there to meet his daughter, he was turned away and told that he had no business being there anymore. He said that his daughter has gained recognition across the entire country; therefore, he implores the Chief Minister to direct the administration to intervene in this matter and assist in bringing his daughter home safely.
Farman Khan deceitfully lured my daughter into his trap: Jai Singh
Regarding his daughter's marriage, he alleged that Farman Khan had deceitfully lured her into his trap. He became visibly emotional while discussing the incident, and tears welled up in his eyes during the conversation. He expressed that he had harbored hopes that his daughter would pursue a career in films and that she had a bright future ahead of her.
I had no inkling that the situation would take such a drastic turn
Jai Singh Bhosale revealed that he had been informed that his daughter was acting in two films. He was told that certain individuals were providing her with training in acting and dance to help her advance in the film industry. He explained that he had assumed that if two films were already in production, further opportunities would naturally follow in the future; however, he had no inkling that the situation would take such a drastic turn.
He further added that he has been making continuous efforts to establish contact with his daughter and desires that the state government and the administration conduct a thorough and serious investigation into this entire affair. He maintains that if the administration intervenes, it could significantly aid in bringing his daughter home safely.
Efforts will be made to bring her back home: Hindu Jagran Manch
Office-bearers from several social organizations have also weighed in on this matter. Samir Mahule, the District Convener of the Hindu Jagran Manch, stated that Monalisa is a simple, innocent girl, and efforts will be made to bring her back home by counseling and reasoning with her. Bhupendra Chauhan, another office-bearer of the organization, termed the incident a conspiracy. Meanwhile, Vikram Patel, the BJP Mandal President for Maheshwar, also stated that this is a premeditated case of "Love Jihad" and that her father was subjected to mistreatment in the process.
Monalisa, her husband deny allegations
On the other hand, during a press conference held in Kerala, Monalisa denied these allegations. She stated that she married Farman Khan in a temple and that this was her personal decision. According to Monalisa, her father was present in Kerala at the time of the wedding and was fully aware of it; however, he did not attend the ceremony due to his displeasure.
Monalisa and her husband Farman Khan maintain that theirs is a love marriage, free from any form of coercion or deception. They emphasized that they respect all religions and that neither of them underwent a religious conversion for the sake of this marriage.
It has been reported that Monalisa married Farman Khan in a temple on Wednesday. This marriage has sparked considerable discussion in Kerala as well, with some political leaders voicing their support for it, characterizing it as a love marriage.
Prior to the wedding, Monalisa had visited the Thampanoor Police Station in Kerala to seek protection, expressing apprehension regarding potential threats from her father. When her father, Jaisingh Bhosale, arrived at the police station, the police asked him to leave, stating that Monalisa is an adult and is free to make her own decisions.
Sanoj Mishra labels the incident a case of Love Jihad
In this matter, Sanoj Mishra—the director who gave Monalisa her first break in films—has also offered his reaction. Describing the incident as a case of "Love Jihad," he asserted that such occurrences should be taken seriously.
Currently, this matter remains a subject of intense discussion within social and political circles; furthermore, following the appeal made by Monalisa's father to the Chief Minister, all eyes are now fixed on the potential role the administration might play in this affair.
We Will Not Accept Her If She Returns with Farman: Family
Meanwhile, following the emergence of news regarding Monalisa Bhosale's marriage, discussions surrounding the matter have intensified in her hometown of Maheshwar. Monalisa's family members have categorically stated that while they would accept her back into the family if she were to return home alone, she would not be accepted if she were to return accompanied by Farman Khan.
Speaking to journalists, Monalisa's uncle, Vijay Bhosale, and aunt, Aisha Malini, stated that Monalisa is a daughter of the family, and if she returns alone, the family is prepared to welcome her back. However, they added that if she were to return home accompanied by Farman Khan, the family would not accept her.
A pall of silence has descended upon her home in Maheshwar
According to family members, a pall of silence has descended upon her home in Maheshwar ever since reports and photographs surfaced regarding Monalisa's marriage in Kerala to a young man named Farman Khan. The incident has evoked sentiments of both sorrow and indignation among family members and local residents alike.