The second edition of the prestigious Alom Miss Mumbai 2018 was a star-studded evening. Guest of honor for the evening, Mrs. Amruta Fadnavis crowned 19-year-old Miss Riya Rathod from Vashi, Mumbai as the Alom Miss Mumbai 2018 at the Grand finale where 16 participants contested against each other for the respected title. Miss Mumbai 2017 Anjusha Bhattacharya was also present for crowning the winner. Miss Riya Wadhwani was the 1st runner-up while Simran Kaur Saunta was declared the 2nd runner-up.
The esteemed panel of judges included Singer and Actress Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, Actress Sandhya Shetty, Playback Singer Vaishali Samant, and Architect and fashion blogger Swati Sharma. Celebrity Fitness Expert Leena Mogre, Splitsvilla fame & Brand Ambassador of Miss Mumbai Akshata Sonawane graced the event with their presence. RJ Karan Mehta hosted the evening and enlivened the show with his zest and energy on stage.
Alom Miss Mumbai 2018 Pageant is a platform for amateur beautiful girls of Mumbai to elevate themselves in the world of fashion and glamour, showcasing their talent and intelligence.
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"I am speechless. I can't express how happy I am to have won the title of Alom Miss Mumbai 2018. I am very thankful to Miss Preeti and Nishita Purandare for giving me this platform and a very special thank you to my parents who have been my pillar of strength", shared Miss Riya Rathod, winner of Alom Miss Mumbai 2018. "My message to all the girls out there is that work hard and your dreams will come true", she further added.
Mr.s Amruta Fadnavis said, "I feel platforms like these help participants to face the world with confidence. My best wishes to all the girls. Also a small message to all of them. Dont spend more time in make-up, clothes and all. Beauty is important both inside and outside, but it's the confidence and positive attitude that shines through. I feel today's girls should take inspiration from princess Diana. She was a classic example of natural beauty and confidence"
“I would like to congratulate Riya Rathod and all the other winners of Alom Miss Indian 2018. The pageant is a stepping-stone for all those who want to establish a career in the field of fashion and glamour. It’s a perfect platform to get groomed and showcase one’s talent and intelligence”, shared Miss Nishita Purandare, CEO Alom & Miss Tourism Universe 2017. “We would want to specially Thank Mrs. Amruta Fadnavis to agree to be a part of our pagent. She is an ideal woman who we all look upto”, she further added.
A perfect blend of grace and glamour, Alom Miss Mumbai 2018 title showcased young beauty queens with brains. The participants contested in three rounds where they had to introduce themselves, followed by traditional and the final western round. Top 6 participants included Simran Kaur Saunta, Riya Rathod, Kavita Mishra, Riya Wadhawani, Pratibha Mishra and Raveena Janghgir with Miss Riya Rathod winning the title.