Monica (born Rekha Maruthiraj) is an Indian former actress, who starred predominantly in Tamil language films.
She is probably best known for performances in the films Azhagi, Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi and Silandhi.
[2] In 2014, she converted to Islam, changing her name to M. G. Rahima, and announced that she had quit acting.
[3] On 30 May 2014, Monica embraced Islam with her new name M. G. Raheema where M is Maruthi Raj (father) and G is Gracy (mother).
[6] Rahima married Malik, a Chennai-based entrepreneur who hails from Salem.