Rachel Gupta, the beauty queen who gave up her crown
She gave up her 'Miss' crown
Rachel Gupta, crowned Miss Grand International 2024, has chosen to relinquish her crown. She recently made the announcement in a video that left no one indifferent. What seemed like a fairy tale turned out to be nothing more than a series of disappointments.
"I don't want to continue pretending anymore."
For nearly an hour, Rachel revealed the behind-the-scenes story of her experience: constant pressure about her appearance, unrealistic expectations, and a daily life that she said had ceased to be healthy. The 21-year-old Indian woman spoke calmly, but with palpable determination. "I don't want to keep pretending anymore," she explained in her video.
Big goals
Born in 2004 in Patiala, northern India, Rachel Gupta became interested in beauty pageants at an early age. For her, it wasn't just about walking the runway or posing in front of a camera: she aspired above all to make her own voice heard.
Her family, her first support
The daughter of parents active in the business world, Rachel has always benefited from their support, without ever feeling pressure. Her younger sister, Rhea, is not only a constant presence by her side, but a true pillar of strength, far beyond the smiles shared in photos.
Studies in psychology
Rachel studied psychology in Mumbai, driven by a desire to better understand human behavior. At the same time, the young woman walked in runway after runway and learned to perfect her poses in front of the cameras. A sometimes fragile balance, she nevertheless managed to maintain.
Her journey in beauty pageants
In 2022, she won the Miss Supertalent title in Paris. Two years later, she represented India at the Miss Grand International competition and swept the board: Best National Costume, Miss Top Model, and more.
A forced routine
Between official events and rehearsals, Rachel also had to shoot videos for brands, often without a specific contract, and promote products she hadn't chosen herself. "This wasn't what I was promised," she confided in her video.
His accommodation in Bangkok
The house she lived in in Bangkok was far from the splendor she displayed on social media: no air conditioning, poor security, and a crushing loneliness. This is how she described her daily life, despite the prestigious crown she wore.
The organization responded coldly
The Miss Grand International committee dismissed her claims as false. She was officially stripped of her title, and given 30 days to return the crown. The statement, cold and curt, contained just a few lines, devoid of empathy. As if this whole story could be closed with a simple press release.
