Antara Biswas, popularly known as Monalisa, is an Indian actress born on January 21, 1982, in Kolkata, West Bengal. She gained fame for her work in Bhojpuri films and television serials. Monalisa made her acting debut in the Bhojpuri film industry and quickly became a prominent figure, earning accolades for her performances. Her transition to Hindi television was marked by her participation in the reality show “Bigg Boss 10,” where she garnered widespread recognition. Monalisa is celebrated for her versatile acting skills and captivating screen presence, making her a well-loved personality in the Indian entertainment industry.
“Jai Sriram (1999)” – in which she played the main role. This film gave her one of the Best Female Debuts.
Achievements
– Acted in several low-budget films before Bollywood debut with Blackmail, starring Ajay Devgn and Suniel Shetty. – Acted in South Indian films, gaining notice through Tauba Tauba opposite Amin Gazi. – Featured in a Kannada film titled Jackpot. – In 2010, The Hindu reported her (along with Rinku Ghosh) as the most sought-after actress in the Bhojpuri film industry.
Career Statistics
YEAR
FILMS
ROLES
1997
Jayate
Aarti
1998
Hamam fi Amsterdam
–
1999
Jai Sriram
Jai Sriram
2001
Daman: A Victim of Marital Violence
Herself in Item Song
2002
Wrong Number
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2003
Top Somrat
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2004
Adhikar, Tauba Tauba, Ab Bas!
–, Rubina, Special Appearance
2005
Ek Hi Bhool, Jalwa: Fun in Love, Bunty Aur Babli, Blackmail, Bobby: Love and Lust
Tanvi, Manisha Tripathi/Tanya ‘Chinky’, Dancer, Item Girl, Bobby D’Costa
2006
Jackpot, Half Fry Hyderabadi
Laila, –
2007
Love Guru, Kaafila, Jagadam
–, Niharika, Item girl with Ram Pothineni
2008
Encounter Dayanayak, Money Hai Toh Honey Hai, Vathiyar, Nagaram, Silambattam
–, Manish Sarif’s wife, –
2009
Boni
–
2010
To the London Calling, Ek Chatur Naar, Royal Utsav, Hamilton Palace, Khoobsurat – The Beauty, Meri Life Mein Uski Wife
