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Malaysia's Manvin Khera wins The Miss Globe 2023

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Manvin Khera of Malaysia beat 50 other competitors to be crowned The Miss Globe 2023 on Friday, November 17 at the Sports Palace in Durrës, Albania. The 22-year-old model and aspiring lawyer from Kuala Lumpur succeeds last year's winner from the Dominican Republic, Anabel Payano. Besides winning the coveted crown, Manvin was also awarded Miss Talent. She made history as the first-ever Malaysian representative to bag the international title. Katia Agbodo Rodriguez of Spain was named first runner-up while the beauties from the Philippines, Anna Valencia Lakrini, Nigeria, Duru Esther Chidera, and the USA, Kirstin Yvonne Bangs were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Meet the winner: View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Miss Globe (@themissglobe) Photos: The Miss Globe RELATED POSTS: LIVE UPDATES: The Miss Globe 2023 Final Competition Results Who will be crowned The Miss Globe 2023? The Miss Globe 2023: Brazil's Laura Catuzzo win

Miss International Malaysia 2023 is Cassandra Yap

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Cassandra Yap bested 16 other finalists to win Miss International Malaysia 2023 on Sunday, October 1 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) in Kota Kinabalu. The 26-year-old fashion designer and model from Johor succeeds last year's titleholder Giselle Tay and will now prepare to represent Malaysia at Miss International 2023 in Tokyo, Japan on October 26. Kimberly Vung, Christina Lee and Aaliyah Wunsch were announced as the first, second, and third runners-up, respectively, while Hanah Musa, Lilyannie Christie, and Rindsay Rachelle rounded out the Top 8. Ashlyn Ooi, a 26-year-old model from Kuala Lumpur, was crowned Miss International Malaysia 2024 and will go on to compete in Miss International 2024 whose date and venue are yet to be announced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MISS INTERNATIONAL MALAYSIA (@missinternationalmalaysia) Photos: Miss International Malaysia / Instagram

Miss Charm Malaysia 2024 is Rashmita Rasindran

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Rashmita Rasindran was crowned Puteri Mutiara 2023 (Miss Charm Malaysia 2024) during the Pencarian Puteri Malaysia 2023 final held by Ratu Wanita Malaya organization on September 3 in Kuala Lumpur. The 24-year-old model and social activist from Selangor succeeded Shanned Jane (Miss Charm 2023 Top 20 semifinalist) and will now represent Malaysia at Miss Charm 2024 in Vietnam. Another winner, Haneesya Hanee was proclaimed Puteri Zamrud 2023) Miss Global Malaysia 2024 and will proceed to participate in the Miss Global 2024 pageant. The rest of the Top 5 finalists were Marsha Nazri, Saranya Naidu, and Carolyn Wee. They were awarded the titles Puteri Delima, Puteri Nilam, and Puteri Intan, respectively. "This still feels surreal for me. Thank you to those who have been showering me with so much love and support in this reign," said the new Miss Charm Malaysia. Reigning Miss Charm Luma Russo from Brazil attended the event as a special guest. Road to Miss Charm 2024: View th

Miss Earth Malaysia 2023 is Nadira Isaac

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Nadira Isaac was crowned Maharani Earth Malaysia 2023 during the Maharani Malaysia 2023 (Empress of Malaysia) grand final held on Sunday, August 27 at the Swiss Garden Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. The 22-year-old entrepreneur edged out 14 other finalists to win the national title and will now prepare to represent Malaysia at Miss Earth 2023 in Vietnam this December. Jessica Gomez was named Maharani Eco International Malaysia 2024 (Miss Eco Malaysia 2024) while Carol Lye clinched the title Maharani Asia Pacific Malaysia 2024 (Miss Asia Pacific Malaysia 2024). They are expected to participate in Miss Eco International 2024 and Miss Asia Pacific 2024 pageants, respectively. The runners-up were Samantha Boudville (first runner, Maharani Air Malaysia), Celine Ng (second runner-up, Maharani Water Malaysia), and Bella Tey (third runner-up, Maharani Fire Malaysia). Meet the new Miss Earth Malaysia: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maharani Malaysia (@maharanimalaysia)

Miss Universe Malaysia 2023 is Serena Lee

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Serena Lee, a 24-year-old law student, was officially proclaimed Miss Universe Malaysia 2023 and will represent her country at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador this November.  An official announcement was posted on Sunday, August 27 via the Instagram account of Miss Universe Malaysia with a photo of the new queen wearing her crown and sash. It also contained the message: "Your success is a powerful testament to your courage, strength, and female empowerment. You inspire us all to reach for the stars and embrace our true potential. Shine you, queen!" Caroline Green and Temara Nelia Inigo were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. Road to the 72nd Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Serena Lee (@serenaa.leee) Photo: Miss Universe Malaysia, Yusri Ibrahim / Serena Lee / Instagram

Miss World Malaysia 2023 is Saroop Roshi

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Saroop Roshi was crowned Miss World Malaysia 2023 in a national competition held on Friday, August 25 at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The 24-year-old psychologist, model, and travel enthusiast hailing from Perak bested 13 other competitors to win the coveted national title. She succeeds last year's winner, Wenanita Angang, who will be heading to Mumbai, India this November to represent Malaysia at Miss World 2023 whose final is set to be held on December 9. Natalie Ang Ai Dee and Chai Shu Wen were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Vaishnavi Siva Kumar, Adlyn Jayne Andrew, and Ellesha Meschille were the rest of the Top 6 finalists. Reigning Miss World from Poland, Karolina Bielawska, graced the glittering event as a special guest. The new Miss World Malaysia, who is now expected to take part in the 72nd Miss World (Miss World 2024) pageant, has started a community organization "Unmask Yourself" for her Beauty W

Karolina Bielwaska returns to Sabah for Miss World Malaysia 2023

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Miss World 2022 Karolina Bielawska touched down on Wednesday, August 23 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah for a 4-day visit to attend the upcoming Miss World Malaysia 2023 grand final. Accompanied by the Miss World Organization Chairman and CEO Julia Morley, the beauty queen was warmly welcomed by the national director of Miss World Malaysia Sean Wong, and his wife Adelyne Fung. Reigning Miss World Malaysia Wenanita Angang, who will soon compete at Miss World 2023 in India, and this year's national finalists were also present at Kota Kinabalu International Airport before heading to the Sutera Harbour Resort. The next Miss World Malaysia will be crowned this Friday, August 25 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) and is expected to represent Malaysia at the Miss World 2024 pageant. "So happy to be in Sabah again. It is a paradise — the people are so warm and welcoming," said the reigning Miss World from Poland. Photos: Miss World

Miss Grand Malaysia 2023 is Kash Bhullar

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Kash Bhullar was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia 2023 on Saturday, August 12 in a national competition held aboard the luxurious Genting Dream cruise ship. The 21-year-old model and actress from Selangor will now prepare to represent Malaysia at Miss Grand International 2023 in Vietnam this October. She succeeds last year's winner Charissa Chong. Natalie Ang Ai Dee and Poorani Rajoo were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Chai Shu Wen, Sisnitha Thirumaran, and Angela Quah rounded out the Top 6 finalists. Reigning Miss Grand International Isabella Menin of Brazil attended the grand coronation event as a special guest together with MGI Vice President Teresa Chaivisut. In case you missed it, the final show will be available for viewing on August 14 from 6 p.m. local time via Grand TV YouTube channel. No stranger to pageantry, the new Miss Grand Malaysia finished as first runner-up during last year's Miss International Malaysia competition. The young passionate

Former Miss Malaysia Michelle Yeoh wins Oscars 2023 Best Actress

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Malaysian actress and former beauty queen Michelle Yeoh bagged the Best Actress award at Oscars 2023 for her notable performance in the 2022 sci-fi/adventure/comedy film Everything Everywhere All at Once. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the 95th Academy Awards aired on Monday, March 13, and was held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Michelle made history by becoming the first person of Asian descent to win the Academy Award for Best Actress. She also won the same recognition at the Golden Globes for the same film last month. The 60-year-old played the role of Evelyn Quan Wang, an overwhelmed but optimistic laundromat owner who saved the universe. She beat Andrea Riseborough (To Leslie), Cate Blanchett (Tar), Michelle Williams (The Fabelmans), and Ana de Armas (Blonde). Before becoming an award-winning international actress, Michelle was crowned Miss Malaysia (Miss World Malaysia) in 1983 and went on to represent her country at the Miss World 1983 pageant which was held at the Ro

New Miss Universe Malaysia launched, first Miss Universe private jet revealed

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Newly formed Miss Universe Malaysia was launched in a press conference held on Friday, February 17 at the Astor Ballroom of the St. Regis Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event officially introduced Indonesian singer Poppy Capella of Just Capella as the new license holder. She is also the owner of Jakarta-based PT Capella Swastika Karya which recently acquired Miss Universe Indonesia. Also announced joining her team is appointed CEO Dato' Westin Chew, a Malaysian businessman and hands-on chief executive officer who has over a decade of experience in various fields. Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel and her court, Dominican Republic's Andreína Martínez Founier, and Curacao's Gabriëla Dos Santos were invited to attend as special guests. This is the second part of their official Asian tour that kicked off in Bangkok, Thailand a week ago. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe (@missuniverse) Miss Universe Organization owner an

Ratu Wanita Malaya 2022 is Manvin Khera

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Manvin Khera was crowned Ratu Wanita Malaya 2022 in a glittering event held on Saturday, October 8 at the Evolve Concept Mall in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The 21-year-old model bested 17 other competitors to win the inaugural edition of the national pageant. She is now expected to represent Malaysia at The Miss Globe 2023 to be held in Tirana, Albania. Other winners who will also be sent to various international competitions next year were Miss Face of Humanity Malveen Kaur, Miss Global Malaysia Sunshine Aileen Devi Eric, Miss Eco Malaysia Thanu Shri, Miss Asia Pacific Malaysia Taanusiya Chetty, and Miss Star Malaysia Kash Bhullar. Meet the new Ratu Wanita Malaya: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manvin Khera 🌹 (@manvinkhera) Photos: Pawee Ventura / Missosology, Sallehudin Ahmad / Manvin Khera / Instagram

Miss Universe Malaysia 2022 is Cheam Wei Yeng

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Cheam Wei Yeng (Lesley) was crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2022 on Friday, October 7 at the M Resort & Hotel in Damansara, Kuala Lumpur. The 26-year-old pharmaceutical and health science graduate is an assistant manager and a multilingual host and talent from Selangor. She succeeds Miss Universe Malaysia 2020 Francisca Luhong James. Ajunee Simreet Kaur Khangura and Tee Wan Ying were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. Rounding out the Top 8 finalists were Annatasha Shanty Jeremiah (Asha), Joann Tiong Hau Ping (Joann), Catherine Lai Hui Yi (Kate), Kaverrna Nair Sukumaran (Kaverrna), and Wong Siu Jane (Siu Jane). In addition to the national title, the new Miss Universe Malaysia also bagged the Miss Radiant Confidence and Miss Schwarzkopf Most Beautiful Hair awards. Lesley, who wants to use her pageant platform to raise awareness on mental health issues, will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss Universe pageant this January in New Orleans, Louisiana,