Tuesday 10 January 2012

Video Introduction - Beauty Is In The Difference

You might know them, seen their photos and now it is time to hear them. The first video introduction of our lovely ladies has been published online on our facebook and youtube channels.  Sorry, but we could not have published all 20 of them on here. Not unless we combined all into one video. Which would have eroded its individuality and uniqueness. 

They now have a media of their own. One created to promote their voices to the community. These videos were self-made, with some guidance from us. They must have learned a thing or two along the way. We are proud of them. Henceforth, we will soon produce more videos to express their viewpoints, talent and accomplishments. 


Miss Indian Internationaol 2012 is a combination of glamour and character-building, with a keen focus on the development of communication skills.


This is the first part of a series of exercises we have designed for each lady to speak with ease, no matter how nervous she is. Watching their first video you will notice that some started with a very catchy introduction, something that just automatically catches your attention. Others had a good idea to tell a story about themselves. Whatever it was, the difference was prevalent, and still is. However diverse and varied, all beautiful, nonetheless. Hence the title "Beauty Is In The Difference". Clearly representing the principal message of Miss Indian International 2012, which is to not only increase the awareness of cultural differences that exist, or is perceived, but to accept and embrace the difference in unity as one. As Indians. 

With a new batch of contestants ready and eager to join this journey, we thought it would be perfect to get the first 20 contestants to express themselves. Guided by Sashi Maala, a training video was created by our Pageant Trainer, Ms Jayshree Manuferan, which included tips on how the ladies should project themselves in an introduction video. We knew this was going to be a challenging experience for most of them, but, they all did just fine. For starters at least.  There is much to improve but that will come with practice. Lots of it. We have spaced the pageant out for these ladies to receive adequate assistance and exposure, to empower them to become better at every level, even in the smallest of acts. 

Unlike most pageant, Miss Indian International is not just an appeal to vanity, it has many elements that stress, intelligence, poise, sense of purpose, friendship, social skills and benevolence over appearance, where its contestants serve as "Ambassadors of Peace, Beauty and Friendship", showing individuality, tenderness, beauty, ability to take action, and, most importantly, a great international sensibility. The ultimate goal of Miss Indian International pageant is to promote peace, goodwill, environmental awareness and social cohesion within the “Greater Indian Community” where, we hope, friendships that are made will last a lifetime. Values we want them to embrace even when they go on to a successful modelling or show business careers. We can already distinguish some as pageant quality and others as models. There is a vast distinction which is often misunderstood. The underlining qualities are, nevertheless, all the same; INNER BEAUTY. We are hoping to  guide them all the way, through our innovative and exclusively designed pageant system. 

In conclusion, we would like to say "BRILLIANT EFFORT" to all the ladies. We would also like to say we know how difficult it has been, and will be, for them to express their thoughts and feelings in front of a camera. Its easy for some, but not for all. So we urge everyone to respect all their efforts. A sincere request from all of us at Mii 2012.

These videos have set our sites and channel ablaze. Thank you everyone for all your positive and thoughtful comments. And Thank You, Mr Murali Kanasappa, for your comment "Pageant videos are notorious of being bimbotic and air-headed, but this was elegant, succinct and genuine. Well done!". We could not have have concluded this article any better, Sir! 

The Organising Team
Miss Indian International 2012 

To enjoy the videos please visit www.facebook.com/missindianinternational or www.youtube.com/missindianbeauty. 









19 comments:

  1. Franchesca Florendi11 January 2012 at 00:36

    Hi guys. I saw most of your videos.Great Job especially to the team!Thx Suba.I think me and my friends from Italy were just wondering if you guys are all from middle east nations and my hubby even though that the some girls have potential actress .Gd luck ladies.I was just asked to drop by this blog but now I am gonna be a keen follower. Marvelous work.
    Signing off from miles away
    Franchesca!

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  2. Franchesca Florendi11 January 2012 at 00:37

    some girls have potential actress quality*

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  3. Thanks sashi and the team for the videos for each and everyone.I love it and I feel like a beauty queen already!yea this was all genuine beauty.the way i like it!

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  4. Many thanks Franchesca. We are humbled by your comments. Your husband is equally kind. We look forward to keeping you posted on the developments. We have another batch of girls coming on board soon. Their video and photos will be equally fascinating. Cheers!!!

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  5. Great write up sashi.i am honored to be part of this.Hey everyone,in these videos we girls have shown who we are truly in our different attitude and style.Do support us :D

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  6. im really happy & proud to be a contestant of Miss Indian International 2012. I also get to meet lots of new friends. They are really nice & beautiful ladies ...

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  7. Hey Ladies!
    I'm nazreen,Benazir's friend from Republic Polytechnic!
    I am so happy knowing that she's in the top 20!
    i wish her all the best in her endeavours to great heights in this competition.
    Lastly!
    Good Luck to the rest of the contestants!
    Woooooo!

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  8. Hello to all the LADIES! :D

    I'm a friend of Benazir and I would like to congratulate all of you for being chosen for this beauty pageant.

    I wish you all the best of luck in this competition. You all look awesome :)

    BOOYAAAAAA!

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  9. What up ladies!

    A round of applause to all the ladies who made it to top 20! You beautiful ladies are indeed awesome!

    I would also like to wish my friend, Benazir, all the best. Ben, I think it is a good achievement you made it this far. WIN THIS FOR US!

    All the best to ALL the Top 20 ladies! WOOHOOOOOOOOOOO!

    -H

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  10. Thanks for your wonderful comments people. We will be picking your comments to publish. Please keep them coming. Delighted to know you have such fans ladies !!! Mii 2012 is going places. How exciting!! Thank you.

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  11. Hello there!I am here to say all the best to all the contestants .As what I heard from Suba,you guys are having an awesome time and everyone is caring for each other which is so unlike other pageants where contestants are mainly focused on solo-winning. Great Job I must say and oh yes the video-UNIQUE! all with their cute sense of difference especially in the IM INDIAN.

    Good luck SUba and the rest of the girls.
    Hope you guys have a great show together more than just a competition. Rock it lovely ladies.

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    1. Thank you Shobana. Much Appreciated. We are sure the ladies are going to have a great time.

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  12. ( Suba you must not have expected us here hahah ) we saw the link on fb and then tadah surprise.You used to be so shy and always cmplaining about your face huh!Now you see?I told you you were gorgeous.Just do your best.Something new but you hv my support.
    My heartfelt wishes to all of them too.
    I liked the pongal video with the oh-so-many-pretty girls!
    And BIG HUGS from akka and me!Since she already wrote the im indian part I shall not repeat but you so cute!MII2012-Shall be the event of the year yo!

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  13. Hello Sir Devi, it certainly looks like you didn't expect Suba to partake in a pageant. She has a great spirit. Yes the pongal video was well received. Thank you so much for your contribution and wishes. Much Appreciated.

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  14. Hi ,can i know if will there be a bikini segment this peagent? Thank you.

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  15. Thank you my dear sisters for your support.HAHA and yes the first step was definitely scary because you guys knew how quiet i can appear in front of people.But I am enjoying and the same time working very hard and yes I have always been mentioning this. The team I am working with-one word- MARVELOUS.I did not even need to feel shy and guys thanks so much for the support do me a favour-there is this post that ive tagged all the other contestants..Go take a look at all of their intro videos :)you will noe wad i mean :)Spread the word sweethearts!

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  16. I am elicia !From Singapore I am a non-indian but i am here to support all of you guys.ROCK IT ON STAGE!
    P.S Suba you never told me its going to be this huge scale!!!!!

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  17. Since the first three winners of the Femina Miss India pageant represent India in the Miss Universe, Miss World and Miss International contests, I would suggest that the organizers of the Femina Miss India should allow Indians living outside of India (like the Miss India International winner) to participate in the beauty pageant.

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