Miss Grand International 2024 Rachel Gupta Steps Down Amid Controversy, Accuses Organization of Toxic Treatment

Miss Grand International 2024 Rachel Gupta Steps

Rachel Gupta, the 21-year-old who made history as the first Indian to win Miss Grand International in 2024, has stunned the pageant world by announcing her decision to step down from her title. In a heartfelt social media post, Rachel cited “broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment” as the reasons behind her resignation, promising to reveal more details soon through a full video.

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Rachel’s statement read, “The months following my crowning have been marked by broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment I can no longer endure in silence. I ask for your compassion, your open hearts, and your continued support as I take this next step. Your love means more than you know.” Her candid admission has sparked intense debate about the inner workings of the pageant.

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In response, the Miss Grand International Organization (MGI) quickly issued an official statement confirming they have terminated Gupta’s reign as Miss Grand International 2024. The organization cited her failure to fulfill assigned duties, involvement in external projects without prior approval, and refusal to participate in a scheduled trip to Guatemala as grounds for the termination. They also demanded that Rachel return the crown to the MGI Head Office within 30 days.

Adding more fuel to the fire, Instagram posts allegedly from Nawat Itsaragrisil — Vice President of Miss Universe (Asiana) and President of Miss Grand International — have surfaced, where he reportedly body shamed Rachel and accused her of undergoing cosmetic surgery. These posts have ignited widespread outrage and raised questions about professionalism and ethics within the pageant leadership.

The controversy is not isolated. Videos that went viral during the pageant showed the second runner-up, Thae Su Nyein, having her crown and sash forcibly removed by the pageant director as she stepped down the stage, hinting at a pattern of harsh treatment behind the glamorous facade.

Rachel Gupta’s resignation has exposed the darker side of beauty pageants, highlighting the pressures, politics, and power struggles contestants often face. As she prepares to share her full story, many are calling for greater transparency and reform in the pageant industry to protect and respect its participants.

This unfolding saga is a stark reminder that beneath the crowns and glitter, the world of beauty pageants can be rife with challenges that contestants must navigate — sometimes at great personal cost.