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India.com
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Miss England Milla Magee quits Miss World 2025 due to..., alleges 'sexual abuse' by... says 'was made to feel like a prostitute
Milla Magee, crowned Miss England 2024, is once again in the spotlight. Her name is not going viral for her surfing skills or her efforts teaching life-saving CPR. This time, it's for a far more serious reason. According to the media reports, Milla Magee has decided to step away from the Miss World competition, speaking out about feeling exploited by the event's organisers. Her decision, both brave and unexpected, has sparked important conversations about fairness and respect in the world of beauty pageants. This year, the 72nd Miss World Festival announced the 20 finalists of the prestigious Head 2 Head Challenge following a riveting first round held in Telangana, as per the press note shared by Information& Public Relations (I&PR) Telangana. The grand finale of Miss World 2025 was scheduled to be held on May 31 in Telangana. In a candid interview with The Sun, 24-year-old Milla shared her disheartening experience and stated, 'I went there to make a difference but we had to sit like performing monkeys.' She further added, 'It's stuck in the past. Morally I couldn't be a part of it.' According to The Sun, Heartbroken by her experience, Milla Magee revealed she 'felt like a prostitute' and claimed the Miss World organisers treated her and other contestants as 'entertainment' for the benefit of wealthy male sponsors. She called the pageant 'outdated' and revealed that some of the 109 contestants were even scolded for being 'boring.' Although her May 16 departure marked a historic first—no Miss England had ever quit in the competition's 74-year history—it was initially brushed off as due to 'personal reasons.' Milla arrived in Hyderabad, India, on May 7, expecting a meaningful lead-up to the Miss World final—but it didn't take long for her to feel out of place. Instead of celebrating their individuality, contestants were expected to wear full makeup at all times and remain in ball gowns even during breakfast, leaving Milla feeling more like a spectacle than a participant.
New Indian Express
01-05-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Odisha CM Majhi lays foundation for Rs 7 crore project to develop Jayadev Pitha into spiritual hub
BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for a Rs 7 crore project to develop Jayadev Pitha at Kenduli, the birthplace of great Sanskrit poet Jayadeva, into a globally-renowned spiritual centre. Addressing a function on the occasion of Jayadev Jayanti, the chief minister emphasised Jayadev and his creation Geeta Govinda are integral to Odisha's cultural identity. He also announced several projects to develop Jayadev Pitha as a hub for literature, culture and spirituality. The project includes creation of flower gardens, 10 lotus ponds and lush green landscapes with various creepers and plants, aimed at restoring the natural beauty reminiscent of the poet's era. The chief minister also announced several other initiatives for the development of the site, including an entrance gate, a Dasavatar plaza, beautification of the lotus pond, development of groves, craft shops and food courts. Emphasising that the government is committed to honouring the state's revered figures and luminaries, and celebration of Jayadev's birthplace is a part of this effort, Majhi directed Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi to develop the site and transform it into a model village. He further highlighted the government's commitment to preserve and promote Odisha's cultural heritage by paying tribute to its great sons and daughters. 'Developing Jayadev Pitha into a prominent cultural and spiritual hub aligns with this vision,' Majhi added. He directed the Culture, Tourism, and Information & Public Relations departments to jointly prepare a detailed project report for the site's development. Deputy chief minister Pravati Parida, Law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan, MLA Babu Singh and senior officers of Culture, Tourism, and I&PR departments were also present.
