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The Hindu
The Hindu
National
A.D. Rangarajan

This Tirupati model proves that colour doesn’t matter

Breaking the conventional stereotypes on fair skin, adorable features and symmetry in body shape, Ramathulasi Thalari proudly described herself as a ‘dark-skinned’ girl while participating in beauty pageants twice, which reflects her grit and determination. She is getting ready for a no-holds-barred third attempt to carve a niche for herself in the fashion world.

As family circumstances made it difficult for her to pursue her childhood passion, Ms. Ramathulasi chased her dream post-wedding. She participated in the ‘Mrs. World’ contest titled ‘Pride of Nation’ conducted by Glamour Gurgaon in November 2021. Of the 17,000-plus contestants who had attended for the auditions, only 120 were selected, including Ramathulasi, who bagged the sub-title ‘Bold and Beautiful’.

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