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Bhojpuri superstar Monalisa has now become a nationwide sensation. After ruling the Bhojpuri cinema like a queen, she has now captivated the Indian television audience with her powerful performances in shows like Bigg Boss 10 & Nazar. The gorgeous actress is all set to appear in Ekta Kapoor’s show Bekaboo as Yamini, and recently recalled her struggle in Bollywood industry. Scroll below to read the scoop.
Monalisa aka Antara Biswas revealed that whatever projects she is getting is because of her popularity in regional cinema. The actress is eternally grateful to the controversial reality show Bigg Boss 10 that made her a pan India star. However, her journey wasn’t a bed of roses, and she faced her fair share of hardships. Talking about Bollywood, the Bhojpuri actress said she didn’t get the right opportunities.
In an interview with DNA, Bhojpuri actress Monalisa revealed that she always wanted to be an actor, and she started by exploring opportunities in Bollywood only, however, she didn’t get the opportunities that she wanted. The actress said, “I love being in front of the camera, and I always wanted to be an artist. So when I started out, I tried my luck in Bollywood, but mujhe waise mauke nhi mil rahe the.” She further revealed when things didn’t work out for her in B-town, she was offered Bhojpuri films and after that, she never looked back. Talking about the work she is getting now, she said, “Woh jo ek background mila, kahi na kahi mujhe uski wajah se yeh mauka mila hai.”
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