Meet Rhea Singha: 18-year-old Gujarati who won Miss Universe India 2024
On September 22, 2024, Rhea Singha, an 18-year-old from Gujarat, was crowned Miss Universe India 2024 in a spectacular event. She triumphed over 51 finalists and will now represent India at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant in Mexico.
The event featured a distinguished panel of judges, including actress Urvashi Rautela, who is also a former Miss Universe India. Other judges included Nikhil Anand, Vietnamese star Nguyen Quynh, fashion photographer Rian Fernandes, and entrepreneur Rajeev Shrivastava. Rhea’s victory is seen as a significant achievement, not just for her but also for Indian representation in global beauty contests.
Rhea expressed her gratitude and excitement after winning the title. She shared, “Today, I won the title of Miss Universe India 2024. I am so thankful. I have worked hard to reach this point and feel worthy of this crown. Previous winners have inspired me greatly.” Her dedication and passion for the competition were evident as she celebrated this milestone.
#RheaSingha has been crowned #MissUniverseIndia2024, and she will now represent India at the global #MissUniverse2024 pageant
The grand finale of Miss Universe India 2024 was held in #Jaipur yesterday pic.twitter.com/ayjhxBJ2M1
— The Times Of India (@timesofindia) September 23, 2024
In addition to her pageant success, Rhea is also an aspiring actress with a growing presence on social media, boasting around 39,000 followers on Instagram. Her dual career as a model and actress sets her apart in the beauty pageant arena.
The first runner-up was Pranjal Priya, while Chhavi Verg claimed the second runner-up position. Sushmita Roy and Ruopfuzhano Whiso were awarded third and fourth runners-up, respectively. The competition was fierce, showcasing immense talent and beauty among the participants.
As Rhea prepares for the international stage, hopes are high that she will bring home the Miss Universe crown for India once again. Urvashi Rautela voiced her optimism, stating, “I believe India will win the Miss Universe crown this year.” With Rhea’s determination and support from previous titleholders, she is poised for success at the global competition.
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