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After winning the Pantaloons Femina Miss World 2007 beauty contest, Sarah- Jane Dias shared her secret of success in an interview. I am quoting from the official website of Miss India:

What was the first thought/expression that came to mind when your name was announced for the Pantaloons Femina Miss India World crown?

I couldn’t feel the ground under my feet and couldn’t even breathe. I stood stiff for a while and didn’t even move ahead to collect my crown. But when I realized that I’ve won it, tears came rolling down. Don’t know where they came from but I was happy with everything. My mom was sitting right in the front and it made me happier at that time.

When you reached the top five, what was foremost in your heart and mind – mounting nervousness or boosting confidence?

A little bit of both. I tried my best to be as calm as possible and retain my confidence level. But at the same time a tinge of nervousness was there as I was overwhelmed to be in the top five finalists. Every step and moment that happened that night would be imprinted in my mind forever. There were so many people sitting in the audience along with judges and I think there is a certain amount of pressure on each individual to look good, talk well, stand straight and smile perfectly. I might be sounding clichéd but it was my belief in me that kept my confidence level high. Honestly, I have never been so focused, but for this pageant I guess I’d put in all my dedication and devotion.

After being crowned Pantaloons Femina Miss India World, your ultimate journey has begun. Now that you have a chance to represent India at the international Miss World pageant, what are your apprehensions? How do you plan to prepare for the bigger thing?

No apprehensions at all. I am moving ahead with a positive approach. I don’t find a single reason why I can’t make it at the international beauty pageant. Preparations have started from today itself and I know that it’s going to be tougher as time goes by.

According to Sarah, participating in such a contest is a matter of great importance and it does not matter to her if she had won Miss India Universe or Miss India Earth. She thinks that being confident is the most important factor to become a top contender in a beauty contest. She believes that the judges also look for a confident young woman.

Beauty contest has become a major industry in India. Through beauty contest many top actresses of Bollywood started their career. My advice to Sarah-Jane is-  it does not matter whether you become a successful actress or not you always remain straightforward and confident. Wish you all the best Sarah-Jane Dias.

Link:

http://feminamissindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1880999.cms