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Hype Malaysia
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Suchata 'Opal' Chuangsri: 5 Fun Facts About Thailand's First Miss World Winner
It's that time of year again, the new Miss World has been crowned! Opal Chuangsri (สุชาตา ช่วงศรี) of Thailand made history and headlines by becoming her country's first-ever Miss World. The model was crowned the winner at the grand finale of this year's pageant, held over the weekend in Hyderabad, India. 'I'm deeply honoured and humbled by this responsibility. I promise to dedicate myself wholeheartedly to the mission of Beauty With a Purpose, using my voice and actions to uplift, support, and inspire,' she wrote in her victory post on Instagram. Let's learn a little more about Thailand's first Miss World winner. 1. She was the 3rd Runner-up for Miss Universe 2024 This is not Opal's first time on the international pageant stage. In fact, she was crowned third runner-up at Miss Universe 2024, where Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark took home the title. The Thai model has come a long way since then, and now the previous Miss World winner, Krystyna Pyszková of Czechia, has graciously passed the crown to her successor during the finale. 'You are entering a wonderful chapter filled with opportunity and potential, and I know that you will be amazing. I can't wait to see you shine and make your mark on the world. I'll be here to support you and cheer you on every step of the way ✨,' said Krystyna. 2. She's a political science student Talk about beauty with brains. Opal will not let a beauty pageant get in the way of her studies. According to AsiaOne, she's currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in political science and international relations, with interests in psychology and anthropology at Thammasat University in Bangkok. 3. She's proficient in Chinese Not only can she speak English and Thai, but she's also reportedly proficient in Chinese, having graduated from the Triam Udom Suksa School in Bangkok with a specialisation in the Chinese language. Talk about being a polyglot! 4. She's an advocate for breast cancer awareness Raising awareness and advocating for meaningful causes is part of a beauty pageant winner's duty. Past titleholders have often championed causes close to their hearts, hoping to make a difference in the lives of those in need. For Opal, that cause is breast cancer awareness. She had a benign tumour removed at the age of 16 and is the founder of the Opal for Her project, which aims to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer prevention. 5. She also won the Miss World 2025 Multimedia Challenge According to several reports, in addition to winning the main title, Opal also claimed victory in the pageant's Multimedia Challenge. She reportedly topped the contestant app leaderboard, with over 2.3 million views. Sources: MalayMail, AsiaOne, NationThailand What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
The Hindu
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
A new crown awaits: Miss World 2025 to conclude with glittering finale in Hyderabad
After a month-long journey through Telangana's rich culture, heritage, and a series of competitions featuring 108 beauty queens from around the globe, Miss World 2025 will culminate in a grand finale on Saturday, May 31. The much-anticipated event will take place at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad. The grand finale promises glamour and purpose, combining dazzling performances, inspiring stories, and a fierce competition for the coveted Miss World crown. Stephanie del Valle, Miss World 2016, and popular Indian host Sachiin Kumbhar will anchor the evening, which will feature live acts by Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter, informed a Miss World representative. Actor Sonu Sood will be honoured with the Miss World Humanitarian Award. He will also serve on the panel of judges, which includes philanthropist Sudha Reddy, who hosted the Beauty With a Purpose Gala Dinner, and Dr. Caryna Turrell, Miss England 2014. Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Organisation, will preside over the jury and announce the winner. Adding to the star-studded affair, Miss World 2017 and Bollywood actress Manushi Chhillar will make a special appearance. The event will be streamed live on SonyLiv in India, broadcast on national television in select countries, and made available globally on . A celebration of purpose and diversity The competition will follow a structured selection format. Contestants from the Americas and Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and Asia and Oceania will be presented to the global audience, from which 10 semifinalists from each group will advance to the quarterfinals, 40 in total. Several contestants have already secured their spots in the quarterfinals by winning fast-track challenges in categories such as Head to Head Challenge, Top Model, Beauty With a Purpose, Multimedia, Sports, and Talent. Among the fast-track winners are Nandini Gupta from India (Top Model), Millie-Mae Adams from Wales (winner of both Head to Head and Beauty With a Purpose), and Monica Kezia Sembiring from Indonesia (Talent and Beauty With a Purpose). From the pool of 40 quarterfinalists, the panel will narrow down the field to a Top 5, then a Top 2, followed by four continental winners. These finalists will face a final question before the new Miss World is crowned by the outgoing queen, Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic.
Hans India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Miss World 2025 Celebrates Beauty With a Purpose Gala in Hyderabad
The spirit of compassion and change took center stage as the 72nd Miss World Festival hosted its signature Beauty With a Purpose Gala Dinner in Hyderabad. Graciously hosted by philanthropist Sudha Reddy, the event brought together all 108 contestants for an evening dedicated to showcasing life-changing initiatives from around the globe. The highlight of the night was the announcement of the top two Beauty With a Purpose projects from each continental region, followed by the reveal of four overall winners; each securing a fast-track entry into the Miss World 2025 quarterfinals. Meet the Beauty With a Purpose Winners: Americas & Caribbean: Valeria Pérez (Puerto Rico), 'Communicating Without Limits' Valeria's initiative champions inclusive communication for marginalized groups, including individuals with Down syndrome, the deaf community, and families affected by cancer. Inspired by her personal journey, her project aims to bridge understanding and promote equality. Runner-up: Yanina Gómez (Paraguay) Africa: Natasha Nyonyozi (Uganda) 'Nyonyozi Initiative' Driven by her brother's autism diagnosis, Natasha works tirelessly to support neurodivergent children and promote social inclusion across Uganda. Runner-up: Lachaeveh Alberta Caizarine Davies (Sierra Leone) Europe: Millie-Mae Adams (Wales) 'First Aid Against Knife Crime' With youth knife violence on the rise, Millie-Mae uses her medical training to educate young people on emergency first aid. Her project is a grassroots response to a growing crisis. Runner-up: Corina Mrazek (Spain) Asia & Oceania: Monica Kezia Sembiring (Indonesia) 'Pipeline for Lifeline', Monica's project delivers clean water and sanitation to remote villages in Indonesia, restoring basic dignity and health to underserved communities. Runner-up: Huỳnh Trần Ý Nhi (Vietnam) A Global Message of Impact Chair of the Miss World Organization, Ms. Julia Morley CBE, praised the participants, saying, "I am so proud of every young woman who has taken the stage tonight, for what they stand for and the good they are doing in the world." The evening wasn't just about awards- it was a tribute to service, empathy, and grassroots leadership. With elegance and purpose, host Sudha Reddy helped frame the night as one of inspiration and unity. As the countdown to the Grand Finale on May 31 continues, the four Beauty With a Purpose winners now advance to the quarterfinals, one step closer to the Miss World crown.
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India.com
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Miss England Says She Felt Like a Prostitute During Competition; Miss World Organisation Responds To Allegations
New Delhi: Milla Magee, Miss England and a contestant in this year's Miss World pageant, has withdrawn from the competition, claiming she felt "exploited." The international pageant, being hosted in Hyderabad, has already garnered attention as India's representative, Nandini Gupta from Rajasthan, has advanced to the finale. Magee's exit made headlines earlier this week, and in an interview with The Sun, the lifeguard-turned-model revealed she left the competition because it made her "feel like a prostitute." Calling the event "outdated" and 'stuck in the past,' Magee became the first UK contestant to quit the Miss World pageant in its 74-year history. According to The Sun, Magee claimed contestants were allegedly required to wear makeup at all times and remain in ball gowns throughout the day, including at breakfast. She further alleged that the situation escalated when contestants were expected to entertain wealthy male sponsors for an entire evening. "The point was to do good, promote change, and make a difference,' Magee told The Sun. "But it became obvious that just wasn't going to happen. We were expected to sit with [the sponsors] for the whole evening and entertain them as a thank you.' She added, 'I found that unbelievable. I remember thinking, 'This is so wrong.' I didn't come here to be farmed out for people's entertainment. Miss World is supposed to stand for values, but it's outdated and stuck in the past. They made me feel like a prostitute.' Magee also mentioned that she tried to discuss the causes she was supporting, but the male guests were uninterested, engaging instead in uncomfortable small talk. In response to the allegations, Julia Morley CBE, Chair and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, denied Magee's claims. In an official statement, the organisation asserted that Magee was permitted to leave the competition due to her mother's illness. "Unfortunately, it has come to our attention that certain UK media outlets have published false and defamatory statements, allegedly made by Milla Magee, regarding her experience in India," the statement read. According to I&PR Telangana, the organisation stated the allegations are 'completely unfounded and inconsistent with the reality of her time with us.' To counter the claims, Miss World announced the release of unedited videos from Magee's time in India, showing her expressing 'gratitude, joy, and appreciation' for the experience—videos that the organisation says contradict the 'false narratives.' 'Miss World remains committed to truth, dignity, and the values of Beauty With a Purpose,' the statement concluded. 'We urge media outlets to uphold journalistic integrity and verify their sources before publishing misleading content.' The Miss World 2025 grand finale is scheduled for May 31 in Telangana.
NDTV
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
On Miss England's India Experience, A Clarification From Miss World Organisation
The Miss World Organisation has released unedited videos of Miss England to counter the allegations made in the British press about her experience in India as part of the Miss World pageant. Miss England 2024 Milla Magee withdrew from the ongoing Miss World 2025 pageant being hosted in Telangana, citing personal and ethical concerns. Ms Magee, in a statement to British tabloid The Sun, expressed disappointment with the pageant's environment, which she said did not align with her expectations of "beauty with a purpose". "Tipping point came when they (contestants) were allegedly asked to socialise with middle-aged men as a gesture of appreciation for their financial contributions to the event," The Sun reported. Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Organisation, dismissed the claims as "completely unfounded and inconsistent" with the reality. "Earlier this month, Milla Maggie requested to leave the competition due to a reported family emergency involving her mother's health. As a mother and grandmother herself, Julia Morley CBE, Chairwoman of Miss World, responded to Milla's situation with compassion and immediately arranged her return to England, placing the well-being of the contestant and her family first," the Miss World Organsiation said in a statement. Contestants were reportedly expected to wear make-up at all times and remain dressed in ball gowns throughout the day. "Unfortunately, it has come to our attention that certain UK media outlets have published false and defamatory statements, allegedly made by Milla Magee, regarding her experience in India. These claims are completely unfounded and inconsistent with the reality of her time with us," said the organisation. "In response, the Miss World Organisation is releasing unedited videos recorded during Milla's stay in India, in which she expresses gratitude, joy, and appreciation for the experience. These videos reflect her own words and sentiments, and serve as a direct contradiction to the recent false narratives," it added. Following Miss England's departure, Charlotte Grant, the 1st runner-up of Miss England, stepped in to represent her country, said the organisation, adding that she has been "warmly welcomed into the Miss World sisterhood". The organisation underlined that it remains committed to truth, dignity. "Miss World remains committed to truth, dignity, and the values of Beauty With a Purpose. We urge media outlets to uphold journalistic integrity and verify their sources before publishing misleading content," it said.
