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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Does a Miss Universe lose her title when the next one is crowned and become ‘former Miss Universe'? Sushmita Sen answers
Sushmita Sen is an iconic Indian actor, model, and philanthropist known most for her unequivocal grace and elegance. One of the most notable moments in her career was winning the Miss Universe 1994 crown, becoming the first Indian woman to win the coveted title. Sushmita Sen is the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title. Also Read | Sushmita Sen's ex-boyfriend Rohman Shawl shuts down troll accusing him of 'living as Miss Universe's shadow' In a conversation with Mid-Day shared on YouTube in November 2023, Sushmita was asked whether she should be addressed as ex-Miss Universe or if the title remains always the same. The actor replied to the question gracefully, recalling another incident where she was asked the same question. Let's find out what she said: 'Once a Miss Universe, always a Miss Universe' During the Mid-day interview, Sushmita was asked, 'Can we still say Miss Universe? Is it like a colonel or a general who always remains a colonel, or does it become an ex-Miss Universe?' Sharing that she was glad someone had asked her the question, Sushmita remembered an incident from when she crowned her successor in Namibia. The star revealed that on the day she gave up her crown to the next winner, who was Miss USA, she was standing with Martin Brooks, who was then the president of the Miss Universe organisation. During a conversation, Martin told the actor, 'So, Sushmita, tomorrow morning you're going to be fired.' The actor, who was just 19 at that time, replied, 'No, tomorrow morning I resign.' Soon after, while they were attending the coronation ball, Sushmita recalled, 'They came to him to ask at the coronation ball, 'Do we put 'former Miss Universe'?' He immediately looked at me and said, 'Object to that.' So I said, 'I object!' He then stated, 'Once a Miss Universe, always a Miss Universe.'' As to why the president of the Miss Universe organisation said so, Sushmita clarified, 'Because you have a dedicated year of victory. So you never say former Miss Universe; you say Miss Universe 1994.' About Sushmita Sen's Miss Universe 1994 win Sushmita made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe international beauty pageant in 1994. Held in Manila in the Philippines, the Miss Universe pageant featured contestants from across the world, but Sushmita Sen's grace, intelligence, and confidence made her win the title at just same year, Aishwarya Rai because the Miss World 1994.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sushmita Sen says she celebrates colour black ‘as an armour'
Bollywood actress and former beauty queen Sushmita Sen recently shared a stunning photograph, looking every bit like a graceful doll draped in a black saree, a colour she calls her armour. Sushmita took to Instagram, where she posed in a stylish black saree made of a sheer, flowy fabric with a subtle ruffled border that adds texture and elegance. She paired it with a strapless, heavily embellished blouse featuring silver detailing. She chose to go bold with her make-up with well-defined eyebrows, dark eye makeup, and a nude lipstick. 'Unafraid of the dark, gimme black anyday'... A colour I celebrate as an armour…I love you guys beyond!!! #yourstruly #duggadugga … A shoutout to my wonderful team!!!' On May 21, Sushmita celebrated 31 years since her historic Miss Universe win, which made her the first Indian woman to be crowned Miss Universe on May 21, 1994, in Manila, Philippines. Sushmita shared a string of throwback unseen photos from the iconic moment she was crowned Miss Universe, including stunning shots from the pageant and her proudly posing with the crown. She wrote: '21st May 1994 #Manila. A historical win that introduced an 18yr old Indian girl to the Universe!!! Opening up a world of possibilities, highlighting the strength of hope, the power of inclusion, the generosity of love… (sic).' She added: 'To travel the world & to have the privilege of meeting some of the most inspiring people…life defining for sure!!! 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!!!' said Sushmita. She also wished her 'loved ones' in the Philippines. 'Happy 31st also to my loved ones in the #Philippines; to you my darling @carogomezfilm #thinkingofyouall and #celebratingyou 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'.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sushmita Sen On Miss Universe 1994 Win: ‘A World Of Possibilities Opened'
Last Updated: 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 ❤️." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) 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. First Published:
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sushmita Sen celebrates 31st anniversary of ‘India's first ever victory at Miss Universe'
Actress and former beauty queen Sushmita Sen celebrated 31 years since her historic Miss Universe win, which made her the first Indian woman to be crowned Miss Universe on May 21, 1994, in Manila, Philippines. Sushmita took to Instagram to share a nostalgic series of photos from the iconic moment she was crowned Miss Universe, including stunning shots from the pageant and her proudly posing with the crown. She wrote: '21st May 1994 #Manila. A historical win that introduced an 18yr old Indian girl to the Universe!!! Opening up a world of possibilities, highlighting the strength of hope, the power of inclusion, the generosity of love… (sic).' She added: 'To travel the world & to have the privilege of meeting some of the most inspiring people…life defining for sure!!!' She went on to thank God and her parents. '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!!!' said Sushmita. She also wished her 'loved ones' in the Philippines. 'Happy 31st also to my loved ones in the #Philippines & to you my darling @carogomezfilm #thinkingofyouall and #celebratingyou 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' After winning the crown, Sushmita made her debut in Hindi cinema with 'Dastak', a Psychological thriller film edited and directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The film also had Mukul Dev with Sharad Kapoor. She was then seen in films such as 'Biwi No.1,' 'Sirf Tum' and 'Filhaal…'. Her other commercially successful films were Aankhen, Main Hoon Na and Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya? Sushmita also featured in web series such as Aarya and Taali. The actress-beauty queen adopted her first daughter, Renee, in 2000 at the age of 24. She later adopted a second daughter, Alisah, in 2010.
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
31 Years of Miss Universe magic: Sushmita Sen's nostalgic post on her historic win is true treasure; ‘Introduced an 18yr old…'
In 1994, Sushmita Sen etched her name in history as she became the first Indian woman to win the title of Miss Universe. On the 31st anniversary of her victory, the actress shared a special post that is a true treasure. She became nostalgic and recalled how her 18 year old self was introduced to the 'universe' back then. Today, May 21, 2025, Sushmita Sen took to Instagram and shared some throwback pictures from her Miss Universe experience. They also showcased the moment she was crowned. In the caption, she reminisced about her victory 31 years ago. Sushmita said, '21st May 1994 #Manila. A historical win that introduced an 18yr old indian girl to the Universe!!!' Summarizing her journey, she continued, 'Opening up a world of possibilities, highlighting the strength of hope, the power of inclusion, the generosity of love… To travel the world & to have the privilege of meeting some of the most inspiring people…life defining for sure!!!' The Main Hoon Na actress thanked God and her parents. '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 added. Have a look at Sushmita Sen's post! Sushmita further mentioned, 'Happy 31st also to my loved ones in the #Philippines & to you my darling @carogomezfilm #thinkingofyouall & #celebratingyou.' She added, '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.' Netizens showered a lot of love on Sushmita Sen's post and recalled their own memories from that day. One person said, 'We witnessed this thru television and it was really heart touching scene wen u won mam we cud feel ur happiness in our heart,' while another wrote, 'Those days I can still remember at my school days. Unforgettable forever. Happy 31st anniversary dear sushmitasen ji.' On the work front, Sushmita Sen ventured into the OTT space over the past few years. She was last seen in Taali and the third season of Aarya.
