Maalavika Manoj also known by her stage name Mali, is an Indian independent musician and songwriter based in the city Mumbai. She was a member of the underground band Bass-in-Bridge, and became a solo artist after the band dissolved in 2011. Maalavika was featured in the “Sachin Anthem” composed by Dhanush, which was released in February 2012. In June 2012, she performed at the World Music Day celebrations organised by Goethe Institute and Alliance Française de Chennai in association with Unwind Center. In December 2012, she performed a few songs at a “Christmas Extravaganza” organised by Dr. John Joseph Foundation at YMCA, Vepery.