Bhojpuri actor Monalisa recently recounted her early experiences in Bollywood, particularly her involvement with the film Bunty Aur Babli (2005), produced by Yash Raj Films. Despite shooting for a song sequence over seven to eight days, she felt disheartened when she couldn't find herself in the final cut during a preview screening. This experience highlighted her struggle for acceptance in the industry, as she reflected on her hopes for recognition that were not fulfilled. Monalisa also mentioned her participation in another film, Blackmail, where an item song failed to yield the expected results. Faced with limited opportunities in mainstream Hindi cinema, she decided to prioritize consistent work, taking roles across various regional film industries, including Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu films. Monalisa stated, “For me, work was only important.” She continues to be active in the entertainment industry, recently appearing on the JioHotstar reality show The 50, although her journey on the show ended prematurely with an early elimination.