All about Rachel Gupta?: The pageant world was surprised to learn that Rachel Gupta, a 21-year-old Indian beauty who became the first Indian to win the Miss Grand International title in October 2024, had resigned. Gupta resigned, citing "broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment" in a spectacular Instagram post.?
Her accusations have been refuted by the Miss Grand International Organization, which states that she was formally fired from her position. Many people wonder what exactly went wrong in light of this abrupt change in circumstances.?
Let's know more about Rachel Gupta's career and the controversies surrounding her departure in more detail.
The 21-year-old Indian model and beauty queen Rachel Gupta hails from Jalandhar, Punjab. In 2024, she became the first Indian to win the coveted Miss Grand International title, making history. Before her victory abroad, Rachel had already achieved notoriety as the 18-year-old Miss Super Talent of the World in 2022 and the subsequent Miss Grand India 2024 title.
Rachel Gupta is the daughter of business professionals Jennifer Gupta and Rajesh Aggarwal. She and her younger sister, Rhea, grew up in Jalandhar, Punjab.?
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Rachel attended the University of Mumbai to obtain a degree in psychology after graduating from high school. Her academic trajectory was driven by her curiosity about human behavior and emotions.
She actively participated in several social activities while at college, with a particular emphasis on raising awareness of mental health issues. The only thing that could rival Rachel's enthusiasm for psychology was her desire to use her position to promote change.
She was awarded the international title at a lavish event in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 25, 2024. She had previously guaranteed her spot in the competition by taking home the title of Miss Grand India 2024 in August, which was hosted by the Glamanand Group.
However, Rachel Gupta startled her fans on May 28, 2025, when she announced that she was leaving the Miss Grand International title. She shared the reasons for her choice in an open Instagram post.?
She was awarded the international title at a lavish event in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 25, 2024. She had previously guaranteed her spot in the competition by taking home the title of Miss Grand India 2024 in August, which was hosted by the Glamanand Group.
However, on May 28, 2025, Rachel Gupta shocked her supporters by announcing her decision to resign from the Miss Grand International title. She shared the reasons for her choice in an open Instagram post.?
"One of my greatest life goals was to be crowned, but the months after my crowning have been filled with betrayals, abuse, and a poisonous atmosphere that I can no longer put up with in silence," she wrote.
"The truth will come out very soon," she said, adding that she would soon provide further information.
"I sincerely apologize to all of my supporters worldwide if this news has caused you to be disappointed. Please understand that although it wasn't a simple choice, I made the correct one," she continued.
The Miss Grand International Organization responded with a statement posted on Instagram. The organization for violating her contract, charged Gupta.
According to the announcement, "Miss Rachel Gupta's title is hereby terminated by the Miss Grand International Organization, effective immediately." "She has 30 days to return the crown."
The organization claims that Gupta refused to go on an official trip to Guatemala, engaged in outside initiatives without authorization, and neglected her responsibilities.?
The 2022 Miss Super Talent of the World
Gupta competed in the 15th season of Miss Supertalent, which was presented in conjunction with Paris Fashion Week on September 28, 2022, in Paris, France, when she was eighteen. Representatives from almost 50 different nations competed for the coveted honor. The grand finale was held at Paris's Pavilion Cambon that same day. She ultimately emerged as the competition's victor.
2024's Miss Grand India
Gupta was revealed as a finalist in the Glamanand Group's Miss Grand India 2024 pageant in May 2024. She was awarded Miss Grand India 2024 by the departing titleholder Arshina Sumbul at the grand finale, which took place at Zee Studios in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on August 11, 2024. Throughout the tournament, she also took home the sub-titles of Beauty with a Purpose, Best in Ramp Walk, Miss Top Model, and Best National Costume.
As Miss Grand India 2024, Gupta visited Thailand as a special visitor for the Miss Grand Suraburi 2025 preliminary and final events. She also used her visit to support the Foundation for Slum Child Care in Bangkok by giving 10,000 THB worth of necessities to help the foundation with its vital mission.?
2024's Miss Grand International
At the Miss Grand International 2024 pageant, which took place in Thailand from late September to October 25, 2024, Gupta represented India. The departing champion, Luciana Fuster of Peru, named her the winner after the competition. She became the third Asian and the first Indian to win the title of Miss Grand International after her victory.
Due to an apparent dispute with the Miss Grand International organization, Gupta resigned as Miss Grand International 2024 on May 28, 2025, citing unpleasant treatment she had received while on duty. The Philippines' Christine Juliane Opiaza received the Miss Grand International 2024 title.?
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