“Miss Grand Myanmar” Sheds Tears as Runner-up, While Lin Malin of Thailand Stops at the Top 20 Round
A night of the “Golden Crown” that had fans cheering in delight! Rachel Gupta, Miss Grand India, a 20-year-old model and aspiring Bollywood actress, was crowned Miss Grand International 2024, becoming the 12th titleholder in the pageant’s history. With her outstanding 4B qualities—Beauty, Body, Brain, and Business—there was no denying that Rachel was a well-deserved winner.
Meanwhile, two of the competition’s strongest contenders, Christine Julian Opiasa, Miss Grand Philippines, and Thazin Nwe, Miss Grand Myanmar, were left as runners-up. Thazin Nwe was seen shedding tears over her loss.
Fans celebrated the 10 new golden crown winners with great enthusiasm. Nawat Itsaragrisil, CEO of Miss Grand International Public Company Limited, has planned a packed schedule for the winners while reaffirming the pageant’s commitment to the slogan “We are GRAND, The One and ONLY.” He also emphasized the organization’s dedication to driving forward the “Stop The War And Violence” campaign, which aims to end war and violence in all forms—a strong concept that has been at the core of Miss Grand International’s advocacy for the past 12 years.
Miss Grand International 2024 #SpiritofThailand: A Spectacular Night in Bangkok
The Miss Grand International 2024 pageant took place at MGI Hall, 6th floor of Bravo BKK, with Thailand as the host country, delivering a grand and breathtaking production in every stage of the competition. From the extravagant stage setup, lighting, sound effects, background music, and camera angles to the 68 contestants competing fiercely for attention, the event was a dazzling spectacle.
The night opened with the thunderous roar of a helicopter, followed by an awe-inspiring Opening Show featuring Luciana Fuster, Miss Grand International 2023, alongside the contestants dressed in stunning gold ensembles. The spectacle was nothing short of breathtaking—words could never capture the magic experienced inside the hall and by over 2 million viewers watching live on YouTube Channel: Grand TV.
Matthew Deane, the host, announced the winner of Country’s Power of the Year, which was awarded to Miss Grand Thailand, automatically securing her a spot in the Top 20. She was joined by contestants from:
Colombia /U.S. Virgin Islands /Malaysia /Mexico /Guatemala/Ecuador /France /Curaçao /Spain /Paraguay /Japan /Brazil /India /United Kingdom /Dominican Republic /Indonesia /Philippines /Myanmar /Peru
The competition then proceeded to the Swimsuit Round, where the Top 20 contestants showcased their grace and confidence in white two-piece swimsuits by MGI Swimwear, captivating the audience with their runway walks and striking poses.
The Best in Swimsuit award was then presented to Miss Grand Brazil, Talita Hartmann.
Top 10 Finalists Announcement at Miss Grand International 2024
The moment arrived for the announcement of the Top 10 finalists. The contestant who won the POPULAR VOTE on www.missgrandinternational.com, securing an automatic spot in the Top 10, was Miss Grand Indonesia. She was joined by:
- Miss Grand France
- Miss Grand Myanmar
- Miss Grand Peru
- Miss Grand Spain
- Miss Grand United Kingdom
- Miss Grand India
- Miss Grand Brazil
- Miss Grand Dominican Republic
- Miss Grand Philippines
The crowd roared with excitement, waving national flags, making the judges’ task even more challenging. The panel included Teresa Chaivisut, Vice President of Miss Grand International, along with Ariska Putri Pertiwi, Isabella Menin, and other distinguished members. The decision was not based solely on the 4B criteria (Beauty, Body, Brain, and Business) but also on the strength of the contestant’s support team, ensuring she could work alongside the MGI organization.
The Top 10 finalists then returned to the stage to deliver their speeches on the “Stop The War And Violence” campaign—an initiative that has been the core mission of Miss Grand International, advocating for peace at both the family and national levels.
The evening reached an emotional peak as Luciana Fuster, Miss Grand International 2023, took the stage for her farewell walk, gracefully returning the crown to Nawat Itsaragrisil, who then prepared to pass it on to the new queen.
The event also honored outstanding National Directors with the prestigious Golden Grand Awards:
🏆 ND Miss Grand Japan received the top recognition.
🥈 ND Miss Grand Brazil was awarded first runner-up.
🥉 ND Miss Grand Spain secured second runner-up.
It was a night of grandeur, celebration, and a strong message of peace!
Miss Grand International 2024: The Thrilling Top 5 Announcement
The announcement of the Top 5 finalists was a heart-pounding moment, with fans holding their breath in anticipation. The first contestant to secure a spot was:
Miss Grand Philippines
Miss Grand Myanmar
Miss Grand Brazil
Miss Grand India
Miss Grand France
These five finalists advanced to the Q&A round, where they showcased their intellect and perspectives. Each contestant delivered outstanding responses, embodying the signature Miss Grand International style—fearless and articulate.
Before revealing the final results, the host announced the 5th runners-up, who were:
Miss Grand Peru (Arlette Rujel Del Solar)
Miss Grand Spain (Susana Lucia Medina)
Miss Grand United Kingdom (Amy Viranya Berry)
Miss Grand Indonesia (Nova Liana)
Miss Grand Dominican Republic (Maria Felix)
Then, the most intense moment of the night arrived:
🏅 4th Runner-up: Miss Grand Brazil (Talita Hartmann)
🥉 3rd Runner-up: Miss Grand France (Safietou Kabengele)
🥈 2nd Runner-up: Miss Grand Myanmar (Thae Su Nyein)
With only two finalists left on stage, Miss Grand India and Miss Grand Philippines held hands, surrounded by the deafening cheers of their supporters.
And finally, the host announced the new Miss Grand International 2024:
Miss Grand India – Rachel Gupta
The 1st Runner-up title went to Miss Grand Philippines – Christine Juliane Opiaza.
All Top 10 finalists will work closely with the Miss Grand International organization, traveling worldwide to fulfill their advocacy duties. They will also be based in Thailand under the management of Miss Grand International Public Company Limited for the entire year.
Additional Awards at Miss Grand International 2024
🏆 Best National Costume:
Miss Grand Brazil
Miss Grand Ecuador
Miss Grand Honduras
💄 Charming By Chat Cosmetics:
Miss Grand Indonesia
✨ Beauty Skin:
Miss Grand Thailand
Miss Grand Myanmar
🔥 Country’s Power of the Year:
Miss Grand Thailand
👑 I’Aura Queen:
Miss Grand Myanmar
👗 Best in Evening Gown:
Miss Grand Ghana
🎤 Grand Voice Awards:
Miss Grand Trinidad & Tobago
Miss Grand Venezuela
Miss Grand Netherlands
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#MissGrandInternational#MissGrandInternational2024 #WeAreGRANDthe1andOnly
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