With simply days to go earlier than the Miss World 2025 finale in Hyderabad, Miss World Organisation CEO Julia Morley is calm however alert. The pageant has come below an unsavoury highlight following an argument involving Miss England Milla Magee, who stop the occasion. While she cited private causes initially, she spoke to a UK tabloid and turned it into issues about security in India.
In an unique dialog with The Hindu, Ms. Morley dismisses these claims as hurtful and unsubstantiated, whereas reaffirming her confidence within the individuals and hospitality of Telangana.
When did you first come to know concerning the controversy involving Miss England?
I used to be as baffled as anybody. The younger lady mentioned she needed to go away as a result of her mom was unwell. As a mum or dad myself, I perceive that and naturally helped her get again residence. She left with our full help. Then, instantly, we see articles and movies implying one thing very totally different. I nonetheless don’t fairly perceive what occurred. But I do know this, if you host a serious worldwide occasion like this, generally individuals attempt to steal consideration for the incorrect causes.
Are you suggesting this was deliberate?
Sadly, I feel she believed she didn’t stand an opportunity within the competitors and determined to depart a mark anyway. But this isn’t the way you do it, not by insulting a rustic that has welcomed us with such open arms. Truth and unity are our power and we don’t need to react in haste. We will reply by way of the right authorized channels after we’re completed with Miss World 2025.
How have the opposite contestants reacted?
They have been very understanding. Everyone knew she was leaving and why. There was no drama at the moment. They had been advised her mom was unwell, and everybody sympathised. But now, seeing what has come out, I feel they see it for what it’s, a determined try to achieve consideration. We don’t need to give it extra airtime. We are right here to rejoice one thing lovely, and we won’t let one particular person solid a shadow over that.
Coming to the massive image, how has the month-long expertise in Telangana been for the Miss World staff?
Absolutely great. Telangana has been sensational, the model, the kindness, the coordination it has all been exceptional. It is the primary time the pageant has been hosted right here, and I do hope it won’t be the final. I actually hope they invite us again. We have liked each second.
What can audiences count on from the grand finale on May 31?
They can count on 108 excited, clever, and superbly dressed younger girls able to share their tales with the world. They have made lifelong associates right here. Many of their households are flying in, and that makes it much more particular, it turns into a worldwide household gathering. It isn’t just a present, it will likely be a celebration of unity and progress.
Published – May 27, 2025 07:47 pm IST
