Sushmita Sen On Miss Universe 1994 Win: ‘A World Of Possibilities Opened'
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Sushmita Sen shared a series of throwback pictures from her time at the Miss Universe pagent.
Sushmita Sen, India's first-ever Miss Universe, marks 31 years since winning the prestigious title. To celebrate this significant milestone, the actress shared nostalgic pictures on social media along with a heartfelt note. Winning Miss Universe in 1994 not only changed her life but also became a historic moment for India.
Taking to her social media, Main Hoon Na actress Sushmita Sen shared a series of throwback pictures from her time at the Miss Universe competition. The images capture everything from her awe-struck winning moment and graceful poses to candid memories with fellow contestants, offering fans a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Alongside the heartfelt photo series, she penned a heartwarming caption that began with, '21st May 1994 ❤️ #Manila. A historical win that introduced an 18-year-old Indian girl to the Universe!!! 😀💃🏻❤️." She continued, 'Opening up a world of possibilities, highlighting the strength of hope, the power of inclusion, the generosity of love. 🤗❤️"
The Dastak actress expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the world and the people she met through the prestigious competition. She wrote, 'To travel the world & to have the privilege of meeting some of the most inspiring people… life-defining for sure!!! 🙌❤️."
She also offered a special note of thanks to the Almighty and her 'second gods" — her parents, writing, 'Thank you, God, Maa @subhra51 & Baba @sensubir."
The diva continued her note by expressing how much she cherishes the title and the pride she feels in representing India on such an iconic global stage. As the first Indian woman to win Miss Universe, the moment remains deeply special to her. She wrote, 'Happy 31st Anniversary of India's first-ever victory at Miss Universe!!! To have the honour of representing my country, I will proudly cherish forever!!! 😊❤️"
She didn't forget to remember all the loving contestants of that year, including Carolina Gomez, who achieved the position of 1st runner-up at the Miss Universe. The actress wrote," Happy 31st also to my loved ones in the #Philippines & to you my darling @carogomezfilm 😍😁💃🏻 #thinkingofyouall & #celebratingyou."
The Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya actress concluded the note, writing," Here's to dreams, the impossible kinds…for I know, the UNIVERSE conspires in our favour!!😉👍😄💋❤️. I love you guys!!! #duggadugga #yourstruly#MissUniverse1994 #India @missuniverse ❤️."
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Following Sushmita Sen's heartfelt post, the comment section was flooded with love from industry friends and fans alike, many of whom shared how she continues to inspire them. Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu, who won the Miss Universe title in 2021, commented 'Forever" with two red heart emojis. Dia Mirza, Miss Asia Pacific International 2000, wrote, 'Will never ever forget what you made me feel and believe ♥️🐯✨ Love you!"
On the professional front, Sushmita Sen was last seen in Taali: Bajaungi Nahi, Bajwaungi, a biographical drama in which she delivered a powerful performance as transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant. Before that, she also starred in the acclaimed crime thriller series Aarya.
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