- Miss England Shocking Exit
- Allegations of Sexual Harassment
Article Today, Hyderabad:
The 74th edition of the Miss World beauty pageant, currently underway in Hyderabad, has been embroiled in controversy. The winner of Miss England 2024, Milla Muggee, has made scathing allegations against the pageant’s organizers, sparking widespread debate.
Beauty Queen Speaks Out
In an exclusive interview with British tabloid The Sun, 24-year-old Milla Magee revealed that she felt like a “prostitute” during the pageant. “We’re expected to socialize with middle-aged men who sponsor these beauty pageants, wearing ball gowns even during breakfast. It’s like we’re monkeys sitting in front of them,” she alleged.
Allegations of Sexual Harassment Surface
Milla Magee’s allegations have been accompanied by claims of sexual harassment on social media, with some speculating that leaders from a key political party in Telangana were involved. However, these allegations have not been officially confirmed.
Controversy Surrounds “Beauty with a Purpose” Slogan
The Miss World pageant, which began in 1951, has had a history of controversy. Initially a bikini competition, it gradually evolved into an annual international beauty pageant. The ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ slogan was introduced in the 1980s to quell controversy. However Milla Maggie’s allegations have raised questions about the pageant’s ethics and values.
Incident Sparks Outrage on Social Media
The contestants’ participation in a ritual where they washed the feet of others at the Ramappa Temple has also sparked outrage on social media. Many have criticized the organizers for promoting superstition and inequality.
A History of Controversy
The Miss World pageant has had its share of controversies over the years. In 1970, feminist protesters threw bombs on the stage during the event in London. In 2002, the pageant was relocated from Nigeria to the UK due to controversy surrounding Sharia law. The pageant has also seen winners being stripped of their titles or resigning due to various reasons.
Milla Magee’s Decision to Leave…
Milla Magee has become the first contestant to leave the pageant midway, citing differences between her values and the pageant’s ethos. Her decision has sparked a wider debate about the ethics and values of beauty pageants.
