The evening was filled with glamour, lights, heart-pounding music and excitement as 22 finalists competed to win the Miss Vizag 2014 title during the grand finale at The Park on Sunday evening.
Unveiling the new bridal collection of Kalanjali, the contestants sashayed down the ramp in ethnic wear during the first round of the contest wherein they were judged on their confidence, walk, self-introduction, and overall personality by a team of judges.
Briefly speaking about their ambitions, hobbies and educational background, the contestants introduced themselves. This was followed by a designer fashion show wherein Miss India Earth 2013 Sobhita Dhulipala was the show-stopper who walked the ramp along with Miss Vizag 2013 Sindhura Kaviti.
Panel of judgesThe panel of judges comprised Shweta Tiwari, Mrs. Asia International 2014, Meenakshi Anantram, CEO of Razzmatazz, Paramita Banerjee, Executive Manager of The Park, Chandu Reddy, MD of Red Magazine, Sailaja Kiran, Kalanjali Executive Director and MD of Margadarsi Chit Fund, K.V.T. Ramesh, Regional Head, Business Network International, Shanti Chander, MD of Thunderbolt and Poonam Shah.
Organised by Creative Plus Entertainment Network in association with Kalanjali and Prema Events, the event was a fund raiser dedicated for re-building of Vizag in the aftermath of the cyclone Hudhud.
Winners
Shobhana Guddela walked away with the Miss Vizag-2014 title. The first runner-up was Laxmi Bhardwaj and Suryamayee was the second runner-up.
The other title winners included Sirisha (Ms. Beautiful Smile), Anusha (Ms. Beautiful Eyes), Joshita (Ms. Beautiful Skin), Harshita (Ms. Beautiful Hair), Jayanti (Ms. Photogenic), Meghna (Ms. Charming), Manasa (Ms. Hottest Face) and Shweta Choudhary (Ms. Popularity). The winner of the ‘Miss Vizag 2014’ title was awarded with a Scooty Pep Plus and other goodies.
Miss Vizag eyes film worldMiss Vizag 2014 Shobhana Guddela desires to be an actress if opportunities come her way. “I hail from a family that has no connection with the glamour world. This platform of Miss Vizag is a wonderful chance for many girls like me to fulfil the dreams of entering the world of fashion and films. I am very passionate about fashion and modelling,” said the 22-year-old graduate in civil engineering, who is also keen on pursuing higher studies abroad.
With no prior experience of modelling, Shobhana said she didn't expect to make it to the top six finalists. “It was a great surprise for me. But I worked hard to put in my best. I was very nervous in the beginning. After winning the closely-fought contest, it really feels great,” she said.
Incidentally, it was Shobhana’s birthday on Sunday. “This is one of the best birthday gifts I have ever received,” said Shobana, with a glint in her eyes.
