Mumbai: Her hazel eyes sparkled as she waved, her smile bright enough to outshine Kerala's tropical sun. “Namaste Kerala, ellarum sughamalle?” (Is everyone doing well?), she greeted the sea of adoring fans. The crowd in Chemmanur erupted into cheers.

Monalisa, also known as Mona Bhosle, had officially made her grand entrance into the media world, leaving no doubt that this was just the beginning of a career that would include more advertisements, serials, and the glitz of the glamour world. Monalisa, like so many internet sensations, followed the well-worn path of becoming an overnight star. Her rise mirrored the rapid ascent of Ranu........

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