World · Singapore Bureau
Malaysian educator Chetty claims third place at Miss World pageant
Taanusiya Chetty has secured Malaysia's strongest Miss World finish in nearly three decades, placing third in the international competition. The educator impressed judges with a traditional silat martial arts performance during the pageant.
LSN Singapore ·
Taanusiya Chetty of Malaysia has achieved the country's best result at the Miss World pageant in 28 years, finishing in third place at the global beauty competition.
Chetty, who works as an educator, delivered a standout performance that captivated the pageant audience and judges alike. Her contribution to the competition included a showcasing of tarian silat, a traditional Malay martial art form that she incorporated into her presentation.
The third-place finish marks a significant milestone for Malaysia on the international pageant stage. The nation's previous top-three finish at Miss World dated back nearly three decades, underscoring the rarity of such a strong performance in the competition.
Chetty's success represents a notable achievement for Southeast Asia in the world pageant circuit and reflects growing recognition of the region's representatives on the global stage.