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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Miss India Supranational Ayushree Malik: I am visualising the third crown for India
Ayushree Malik is set to embark on an exciting adventure in Poland as being the winner of Liva Miss Diva Supranational title, she will be representing India at Miss Supranational 2025. For her, this achievement is not just for her but her mum too. 'I'm raised by a single mother, and she has done a fabulous job in balancing her job as a policewoman and being a mum. While growing up, I've had the values of doing something for your country and being patriotic. Now that I have the chance to grow in my career, while doing it for my country, it brings immense honour to me, and I'm so grateful for this chance,' she says. Having seen the loss of her father to a road accident when she was just seven-years-old, Ayushree Malik insists that the experience has shaped her quite poignantly. 'Ever since I was a child, I have faced that trauma. I know how it feels losing your own parent and dealing with that grief, because there is not anything called as grievance counselling, which is very open in our country. That's something that I want to initiate through my Ground Up initiative project Bravehearts,' she shares. Ayushree adds, 'We do talk about the physical loss about the person who is gone, but what about the people who are out there living their life with that grief? I needed the right platform to create awareness because sometimes all we have to do is just talk and create a safe place.' She is now aiming to bring the third Supranational crown to India: 'I visualise the moment rather than imagining it, because visualisation really helps you to attract it. I visualise that I'm getting this crown not only for myself, but for everyone who's been there in this journey and to everyone that I can serve with this crown.' While she is in awe of former pageant winners like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Ayushree is most inspired by Miss Supranational 2016 from India, Srinidhi Shetty. 'The world of pageantry opened for me because of her, and she has also been raised by a single parent. So, I know what it takes to come from that background and go to the stage. I really admire her,' she says. So, like Srinidhi, who went on to become an actor and do KGF franchise, does she also want to become an actor? 'What I'm doing right now with my platform is telling my story and acting is all about telling stories to the world. Acting is something that aligns with what I am trying to do with my life. So, yes, it is something I'm hoping that I get great opportunities for after this,' she responds.
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala takes over Miss Supranational SA directorship after Miss SA pulled out
Lebohang Raputsoe, who hails from the Vaal, will represent South Africa at next month's Miss Supranational in Poland. Just days after the Miss South Africa organisation confirmed its non-participation at this year's Miss Supranational, former Miss SA Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala announced her role as the new National Director of Miss Supranational SA. 'I feel so honoured to announce that I am the new director of Miss Supranational South Africa,' said Montjane-Tshabalala. Last week, the Miss SA Organisation announced that it had decided not to participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition and would not renew its license for the event. Miss Supranational is an annual international beauty pageant that started in 2009. Most contests are held in Poland. Seven years later, a parallel male contest, Mister Supranational, was established. JP Robberts, the CEO of Mr South Africa, was also announced as the National Director of Mister Supranational South Africa. ALSO READ: Miss SA withdraws from Miss Supranational 2025, chooses not to renew event license New director role Montjane-Tshabalala said she has acquired the license for Miss Supranational. 'The international organisation said 'we think Bokang is the right person' because I've actually been doing this for quite some time,' she said, speaking to eNCA. 'I'm extremely excited about working with the Miss Supranational organisation. I cannot wait to see lives change through this beautiful platform,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Montjane-Tshabalala won Miss SA in 2010, and she said she has spent more than a decade advocating for the empowerment of young women from disadvantaged backgrounds. 'My life's work has been rooted in creating platforms that inspire, uplift and unlock the full potential of the South African girl child, I believe that pageantry, when rooted in purpose, can be a powerful tool for transformation,' read Montjane-Tshabalala statement. ALSO READ: Miss Supranational Lalela Mswane prepping for big homecoming Representing SA Traditionally, Miss SA runner-ups usually take centre stage for this international competition, while the winner represents South Africa through Miss Universe or Miss World. South Africa has been a regular participant at Miss Supranational. Many were surprised when Miss SA 2021 winner Lalela Mswane participated and eventually won the pageant in 2022. In 2023, Ayanda Thabethe, the Miss SA 2022 runner-up, represented South Africa at the Miss Supranational 2023 pageant in Poland. Lebohang Raputsoe will represent South Africa at next month's Miss Supranational. 'We are extremely proud to have chosen a young woman who is kind, who has exceptional leadership qualities and one who has an inspirational story to share with our nation and [is] ready to make a difference and change lives,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Montjane-Tshabalala said they selected Raputsoe because she has been part of national and international pageants. 'We looked for somebody who has a genuine kind heart, and when she starts speaking about the projects that she's busy with, you will understand why she's the right person to represent South Africa,' said Montjane-Tshabalala on eNCA. Raputsoe is pursuing her doctoral degree (PhD) in Human Resources Management and holds degrees in Industrial Psychology and Labour relations management. 'Navigating school, navigating this new journey and also the people that I want to inspire, how I can best do it has been the biggest challenge for me,' Raputsoe said, speaking to eNCA. NOW READ: PICS: From fierce gowns to costumes – Bryoni Govender's stunning looks at Miss Supranational
IOL News
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala's journey continues as she takes the helm of Miss Supranational South Africa
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, the former Miss SA who has taken on a pivotal role at Miss Supranational, amid the Miss South Africa organisation's bold decision regarding the upcoming competition. Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, the former Miss SA who has taken on a pivotal role at Miss Supranational, amid the Miss South Africa organisation's bold decision regarding the upcoming competition. Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, former Miss South Africa 2010, is embracing an exciting new chapter in her career as she steps into the role of National Director of Miss Supranational South Africa. Montjane-Tshabalala detailed that this role presents an opportunity to further her commitment to empowering women, particularly those from disadvantaged and rural communities. In a heartfelt statement, Montjane-Tshabalala shared her passion for female empowerment, stressing the importance of creating platforms that inspire and unlock the potential of young girls across South Africa. 'As Miss South Africa 2010, I've spent over a decade advocating for the empowerment of women, especially young women from disadvantaged and rural communities. My life's work has been rooted in creating platforms that inspire, uplift, and unlock the full potential of the South African girl child,' she noted. 'I believe that pageantry, when rooted in purpose, can be a powerful tool for transformation.' She spoke of her new role as a 'full-circle moment' in her career, highlighting the significant strides the Miss Supranational organisation has made in South Africa. 'The Miss Supranational organisation has built a strong and inspiring track record in this country, producing women who represent not just beauty and grace, but purpose, strength, and vision. I am thrilled to be part of a global brand that celebrates these values and to have the opportunity to continue building its legacy in our country,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Meanwhile, the Miss South Africa organisation has also clarified its position regarding participation in the forthcoming Miss Supranational 2025 competition. In an announcement, they confirmed that they will not be renewing their licence for the event and will not be sending a representative to the competition scheduled for June in Poland. 'With heartfelt gratitude to our incredible fans, we share that Miss South Africa will not participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition. We deeply value the memories and connections tied to this event. We wish the Miss Supranational Organisation a spectacular event,' they stated. The organisation addressed ongoing rumours, clarifying that the decision not to participate is strictly an organisational one and not attributed to current Miss South Africa 2024, Mia le Roux, or runner-up, Nompumelelo Maduna. 'We note the fake news circulating and confirm that this decision was made solely by the Organisation,' they added. [email protected] Saturday Star
IOL News
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Miss SA takes a step back from Miss Supranational 2025, while Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala steers the new pageant
The Miss SA organisation has shared that they will not be participating in the Miss Supranational 2025 beauty pageant. The new director of Miss Supranational, Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, revealed that SA will be participating in the internationally acclaimed beauty pageant. Image: Instagram After much online speculation and rumours about the participation in the Miss Supranational competition, the Miss SA organisation revealed that it will not be participating in the Miss Supranational 2025 beauty competition. In a statement issued on Wednesday, May 7, the organisation shared, through its official social media account, that it will not be a part of the Miss Supranational 2025 beauty pageant. 'With heartfelt gratitude to our incredible fans, we share that Miss South Africa will not participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition set for June in Poland. We deeply value the memories and connections of this event. 'We wish the Miss Supranational Organisation a spectacular event,' they added. The organisation announced it will not renew its license for the beauty pageant. They clarified that this decision not to participate this year is unrelated to Miss SA 2024 Mia le Roux or first runner-up Nompumelelo Maduna. However, the great news is that South Africa will still be participating in the Miss Supranational beauty pageant because Miss SA 2010, Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, has taken to social media to announce that she is the newly appointed director of Miss Supranational South Africa. Montjane-Tshabalala also shared a video on May 7 that as an organisation, they will announce soon who will be crowned Miss Supranational SA and represent our country at the international stage of Poland. 'Hi everyone, my name is Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, Miss SA 2010, and I feel so honoured to announce that I am the new director of Miss Supranational SA. "I am extremely excited about working with the Miss Supranational organisation, and I cannot wait to see lives change through this beautiful platform. 'Please do stay tuned on our pages, and we are going to announce soon who the next Miss Supranational SA 2025 is and who will be representing us at Miss Supranational,' she shared. The Miss Supranational beauty competition is set to take place in June 2025 at Malopolska, Poland.
The South African
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Miss SA withdraws Supranational licence: 'Nothing to do with Mia'
Miss South Africa – Miss SA – has officially cut ties with Miss Supranational, and will no longer be sending a representative on behalf of the organisation. This comes two years after the South African organisation cut ties with Miss World, which is now run by licence owner, Carol Bouwer. Miss Supra is set to take place on 27 June in Poland. In a social media statement, Miss SA confirmed rumours that it would not only not send a representative – Mia Le Roux – to Miss Supranational, but would part ways with the international pageant altogether. It shared: 'The Miss South Africa Organisation has decided not to participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition and will not be renewing its licence for the international pageant. The statement addressed 'the fake news circulating', adding that the decision was 'not attributed to Miss South Africa 2024, Mia Le Roux, nor the runner-up, Nompumelelo Maduna'. The announcement comes shortly after Mia revealed that she would not be representing the country in Poland. The differently-abled beauty queen – who is partially deaf – pulled out of the Miss Universe pageant last year due to health concerns. Miss SA first participated in the Miss Supranational pageant in 2021, when representative Thato Mosehle was crowned the second up. A year later, Lalela Mswane – the South African titleholder – competed in the international pageant, which she won. In 2023, Miss SA runner-up Ayanda Thabethe placed in the Top 5. Last year, Bryoni Govender was named Miss Supranational Africa 2024. Meanwhile, Miss SA CEO Stephanie Weil has congratulated the new South African Miss Supranational, Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala. Bokang – who was crowned Miss SA in 2010 – is married to former Bafana Bafana player Simphiwe Tshabalala. 'I feel so honoured that I am the new director of Miss Supranational South Africa. I am so excited. And I cannot wait to see lives changed through this beautiful platform', Bokang said in a social media announcement. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
