Safety experts have said the problems at the company suggest significant safety culture defects that will not be turned around quickly
world2 hours ago
She visited Dubai with Max Fashions last week (she also has the Max Fashion Icon contest winner title to her credit), and we sat down with her, to get to know this young girl who came from a small town in India, and took the world by storm.
Tell us a little bit about your childhood, and when this dream to compete in a pageant began.
Going in for the audition, how did you prepare yourself?
Honestly, when I was auditioning for Miss India, I wasn’t prepared at all! I had never modelled in my life before, and never been to a training institute. I was very fresh and raw, and I didn’t really have the confidence to make it. But I did get selected to compete in the Miss India pageant, and even though I didn’t make it to the top three, I am very thankful for the experience. I got the grooming and necessary experience, and armed with that, I auditioned for Miss Diva, after a month of moping around (laughs).
You did not make it to the top three [in the Miss India pageant], but you were among the top five! How did Miss Diva happen?
When the Miss India results were ann-ounced, I was really heartbroken. I was very discouraged, and for a month I was pretty low, and then I decided to audition for Miss Diva. I was better prepared this time around, and was assigned the Miss Asia Pacific pageant. I won, and of course I am ecstatic, especially because this was the only win for India in 2013 — after many years in fact.
There were a few designers on board. The most significant were Ritu Kumar and Satya Paul, and my stylist Esha designed my national costume. It was all put together very well.
We hear there was a controversy with the crown when you were coming back to India…
(Laughs) Yes, the customs department wanted to keep it for a few days, to evaluate the value of the crown, but we managed to get it out within a day. We weren’t prepared since a crown hasn’t come into the country for so long.
Are you planning to follow in your predecessors’ footsteps and join films?
Eventually, yes, but not right away. I want to model for a while, get my Masters degree, and some experience before I test the waters. Plus, I want to be well prepared; I don’t want my first film to flop.
And who would you want to be coupled with on screen?
Ranbir Kapoor — he’s so hot!
Tell us about your association with Max; what sets them apart?
Their clothes are so comfortable! When I dress up, looking good is just as imp-ortant as comfort, and they cater to both needs. Their clothes are always on trend and stylish; plus the price points are amazing. Their new Spring collection encompasses a lot of styles — sporty, classic and trendy.
Is this your first time in Dubai? What do you think of the city?
Yes it is, and I absolutely love it. The city is so much fun, lively and beautiful. Plus, I don’t feel like I’m away from home as there are so many Indians here (laughs).
Safety experts have said the problems at the company suggest significant safety culture defects that will not be turned around quickly
world2 hours ago
'Aquarabia' will offer extreme watersports zone dedicated to rafting, kayaking, canyoneering, free solo climbing and cliff jumping and more
gulf2 hours ago
From street food vendors to mid-market restaurants, people have a wide range of options
uae2 hours ago
Temperature will reach up to 41ºC and 39ºC in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, respectively
uae4 hours ago
Even Ramadan was a 'very healthy' month across the country and Dubai in particular, reveal experts
uae5 hours ago
Free for users, Palm Pay will be rolled out gradually throughout 2024
uae5 hours ago
The animal-assisted intervention has proven to enhance mood, reduce agitation, increase social interaction, and provide a calming effect
mental health5 hours ago
Experts identify the indicators that parents should be vigilant about
mental health5 hours ago