The controversy surrounding the marriage of Monalisa Bhosle, who gained attention during the Maha Kumbh, has taken a serious legal turn. An investigation by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has revealed that Monalisa was a minor at the time of her marriage. Following this, a case has been registered against her husband, Furman Khan from Baghpat, under the POCSO Act, putting him at risk of arrest.

According to the commission’s findings, the marriage took place on March 11, 2026, in Kerala. However, official records from Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh indicate that Monalisa’s date of birth is December 30, 2009. Based on this, she was approximately 16 years and 2 months old at the time of the marriage, contradicting earlier claims of her being an adult.

The investigation team, led by NCST Chairman Antar Singh Arya, examined documents across Kerala and Madhya Pradesh. A key discrepancy emerged between the birth certificate submitted during marriage registration in Kerala and the records maintained at a local health center in Maheshwar. The panel termed this inconsistency a serious irregularity.

Acting on the commission’s recommendations, an FIR has been registered at Maheshwar police station against Furman Khan under multiple charges, including abduction. Police officials have launched a detailed probe into the case, including possible involvement of a larger network.

The case has also sparked political and social debate. Advocate Pratham Dwivedi, who filed the complaint, has alleged a “Love Jihad” angle and questioned the role of certain political figures and organizations in facilitating the marriage. However, these claims have not yet been officially verified.

Meanwhile, film director Sanoj Mishra, who was earlier accused by Monalisa, has called the revelations a vindication of his stance. He stated that his intention was only to bring out the truth.

Authorities in both Kerala and Madhya Pradesh are continuing their investigation, and further developments are expected. The case has brought attention to serious concerns such as child marriage, document manipulation, and potential legal violations.