Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (ANK)
Mangaluru, Nov 16: Two youngsters from Mangaluru have made the city proud in a beauty pageant.
Ananya Singh emerged the winner of Global Miss International India Universe 2021, while Nahush Sharan bagged the second runner-up spot in Global Mr International India Universe 2021. The pageant was held in New Delhi on November 11.
Ananya Singh is the daughter of Rajpal Singh and Pramila Belthangadi Sheshagiri born in Mangaluru. She was brought up in Dehradun. She did her graduation from Delhi University, and at present pursuing her masters at School of Social work Roshini Nilaya.
Nahush Sharan hails from Marnamikatte. He is pursing BBA in Jain University through correspondence. Nahush is son of Dilip Kumar and Sanjana N M.
Speaking to daijiworld.com, Ananya Singh said, “It is a great feeling to be the winner of a beauty pageant. The best part about it is that my loved ones are so happy for me. It is making me feel truly special. I did not expect to be a winner, but yes, I definitely knew I had it in me to make a mark. This was my first experience as a model, but I have had a lot of exposure on stage before.
“My short term goal is focusing on my masters and at the same time I will be looking forward for more such opportunities, where I can prove myself. Since I had very less time to prepare myself, I researched about it on the internet and learnt all that I could, to present myself confidently,” she said.
When asked about balancing studies and modelling career, she said, “Yes, it was a little tricky, but the faculty was very understanding and supportive. They made it possible for me to manage my studies and prepare for the pageant.”
Nahush Sharan said, “It was a surprise for me to be the second runner-up of the beauty pageant. Two months ago, I registered myself for an audition held at Goldfinch Hotel. The rounds that happened in the auditions as well as the finale were almost similar. In the auditions, we were selected on the basis of our walk, talent and introduction, while in the finale we had one more crucial round in addition - the Q&A round. I was among the 80 top contestants selected all over the country. The event was organized by Global India Entertainment Production. My parents have been very supportive throughout my modelling journey.”