Pakistan has created history by sending five remarkable models to compete in the prestigious Miss Universe pageant. This significant milestone marks Pakistan’s inaugural participation in the world’s most esteemed beauty competition.
These five outstanding models were chosen from a pool of over 200 applicants hailing from various corners of the globe. Adding to their global appeal, the contestants took part in a captivating photoshoot set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Maldives, showcasing creations by the renowned Filipino designer, Fern One.
Among these exceptional women, one will be crowned as the official representative of Pakistan at the upcoming Miss Universe pageant, scheduled to take place in El Salvador later this year.
The visionary behind this extraordinary journey is Josh Ugen, who heads the Yugin Group, headquartered in Dubai. Notably, the group holds the franchise rights for Miss Universe Bahrain and Miss Universe Egypt, further expanding its global reach.
In a bid to engage the global audience and empower fans to actively participate, the Yugen Group has partnered with the voting app Choisely. This collaboration offers fans the unique opportunity to support their favorite contestants. The contestant with the highest number of votes at mupakistan.choicely.com will receive a perfect 10 score, which will be factored into the judges’ final evaluation.
The eagerly anticipated crowning ceremony is scheduled for Thursday at 7 PM UAE time, and it will be broadcast on the Miss Universe YouTube channel. This momentous occasion is set against the backdrop of a month-long extravaganza, with more than 60 countries already introducing their representatives for Miss Universe 2023.
The grand finale, slated for November 18, will witness the reigning title holder, Urbani Nola Gabriel from America, passing on her prestigious crown to her worthy successor.
Among the five contestants vying for this honor are Erica Rabin (24), Hira Inam (24), Jessica Wilson (28), Malika Alvi (19), and Sabrina Wasim (26).
However, this development hasn’t come without controversy. Several news outlets reported that Pakistan had five finalists in Miss Universe Pakistan, sparking a significant debate within the country. Renowned scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani voiced his concerns on social media, criticizing this development and suggesting that it might raise questions about Pakistan’s values in international events like this.
Caretaker Minister Murtaza Solangi also weighed in on the issue, emphasizing that Pakistan’s official representatives should be appointed by the government. This response came in light of a journalist’s social media post. Meanwhile, news reports continued to fuel the debate, with some individuals supporting Pakistan’s participation in Miss Universe, while others held different views.
