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Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 Sandra Lim's national costume for Miss Universe 2024 was officially unveiled on Wednesday, October 23 at the MYEG Tower Auditorium in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Designed by renowned Malaysian designer Ezuwan Ismail, the national costume was inspired by the story of Princess Walinong Sari, a legendary figure from Pahang folklore known for her beauty and combat skills, symbolizing courage, grace, and woman empowerment. "Princess Walinong Sari symbolizes resilience and beauty, and I hope to bring those qualities to the Miss Universe stage, proudly representing the strength of Malaysian women while showcasing Malaysia's diverse heritage," she said. The costume was crafted using traditional, locally sourced Malaysian fabrics, with handwoven songket forming the foundation. Songket, known for its beautiful gold and silver threads, symbolizes royalty and elegance. It also features sulam tebuk embroidery, an elaborate technique that adds delicate deta...

Sandra Lim was crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 during the national competition held on Friday, September 6 at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The 23-year-old versatile actress, model, and host from Selangor beat 15 other finalists to win the national title. She also bagged the Miss Grace of J & KEL'L and Miss Best Dressed awards. Gianna Tan and Temara Inigo were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Gillian Miral, Shweta Mohan, Isabelle Choong, Genevieve Goh, and Car Menn Lee rounded out the Top 8 finalists. The new Miss Universe Malaysia will now prepare to represent her country at Miss Universe 2024 to be held in Mexico this coming November. "I look forward to continuing my work in helping more communities as the new Miss Universe Malaysia," she said in a press conference after the competition. "I think this is a very important platform. It can be very empowering and strong if we use it correctly to empower other communities. I would ...

The finalists vying for Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 have been unveiled on Monday, August 5 at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. A total of 16 outstanding finalists were introduced by the Miss Universe Malaysia Organization during the press conference. Embracing its motto "Beauty Beyond You", this year's finalists according to the organizers represent a dynamic range of backgrounds from across the nation. Headed by its national director Eleen Yong, the pageant recently announced the removal of the upper age limit and the acceptance of women who are married, divorced, and mothers into the competition. The next Miss Universe Malaysia, to be crowned in September, will represent Malaysia at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico this November. Meet the contestants: 1. Amelia Foong 2. Angela Quah 3. Car Menn Lee 4. Elaine Kho 5. Genevieve Goh 6. Gianna Tan 7. Gillian Miral 8. Isabella Wong 9. Isabelle Choong 10. Keshinie Sivamaran 11. Rin Yeap 12. Sandra Lim 13. Shaline Vikneswaran 14. Sh...

The Miss Universe Malaysia Organization (MUMO) has announced new entry requirements for Miss Universe Malaysia to make the platform more inclusive and empowering for women. Eleen Yong, MUMO's new national director, announced the changes at a press conference at MYEG Tower on Thursday, launching the official call for entry for Miss Universe Malaysia 2024. The upper age limit has been abolished, and women who are married, divorced, and mothers are now accepted into the competition. These changes are a significant departure from past rules, which only allowed single, unmarried women aged 28 or under to participate. MUMO is proud to be part of this transformative change, listening to Malaysians and taking decisive steps to be more inclusive. Reflecting on her new role, Eleen Yong expressed her enthusiasm for introducing innovative ideas that will take this prestigious event to the next level. "Our vision is to empower and celebrate the incredible women of Malaysia, showcasing thei...

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 Catuz...

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

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)...

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

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...

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 International 2022 Jasmin Selbrg touched down at Kota Kinabalu International Airport on Friday, August 18 for her first official visit to Malaysia. The beauty queen was a special guest of the Miss International Malaysia Organization for the launch of this year's pageant in a press conference held on Saturday at Sabah International Convention Centre. Together with Miss International Malaysia 2022 Giselle Tay, Jasmin also had a chance to visit the inaugural Adex Ocean Partnership Summit at SICC while wearing a traditional kebaya. Organized in partnership with Sabah Tourism Board (STB), the summit featured global experts and trailblazers discussing and exploring diving disciplines, ocean conservation, and sustainability issues. To recall, the reigning Miss International, who recently celebrated her 24th birthday, previously visited Southeast Asia for an official trip to Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MISS...

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 ...