The Miss Universe Malaysia Organization (MUMO) unveiled the Top 16 finalists of Miss Universe Malaysia 2024 at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Embracing its motto “Beauty Beyond You”, this year’s finalists represent a dynamic range of backgrounds from across the nation.
- Amelia Foong, 30 years old
- Angela Quah, 24 years old
- Car Menn Lee, 26 years old
- Elaine Kho, 29 years old
- Genevieve Goh, 25 years old
- Gianna Tan, 25 years old
- Gillian Miral, 24 years old
- Isabella Wong, 27 years old
- Isabelle Choong, 21 years old
- Keshinie Sivamaran, 23 years old
- Vernice Tee, 35 years old
- Rin Yeap, 28 years old
- Sandra Lim, 23 years old
- Shaline Vikneswaran, 23 years old
- Shweta Mohan, 24 years old
- Temara Inigo, 25 years old
Breaking Barriers, Embracing Diversity
Following the removal of the upper age limit and marital status restrictions, this year’s Top 16 finalists represent a diverse tapestry of Malaysian women, each with their own unique story to tell. The competition is fierce with former beauty pageant contestants, both with extensive experience in the fashion industry, vying for the crown. Additionally, there is a law graduate from the renowned Tsinghua University in China, bringing a strong academic and intellectual presence to the competition. Other notable contestants include a medical student, a social worker, a Research & Development lab technician cum chemist, a recruiter, and a mermaid diving instructor.
Challenging stereotypes, a 35-year-old mother of two who is an entrepreneur in the music industry, alongside a fresh-faced 30-year-old business analyst, are redefining the pageant landscape. Both women prove that age, experience, and marital status are no barriers to achieving one’s dreams.
National auditions, held both physically and virtually on 20th and 23rd July 2024, respectively, saw stunning women showcasing their potential to a panel of distinguished panels, comprising Eleen Yong, National Director of MUMO, Datin Wira Livonia Ricky Guing, Chairlady of MUMO, and Elisa Tan, Director of Beyond Entity Sdn. Bhd.
Eleen expresses her pride in the diverse selection of finalists, “This year’s selection of finalists truly embodies the spirit of ‘Beauty Beyond You’. We were impressed by the depth and diversity of talent showcased during the auditions. Each woman possesses not only beauty, but also character, determination, and a burning ambition to make a difference. It’s also inspiring to see so many women from diverse backgrounds embracing this unprecedented opportunity to be a force for good.”
Building Well-Rounded Queens
To ensure these finalists are well-prepared for the Miss Universe 2024 Gala Night in September, MUMO curated a rigorous boot camp program that focuses on runway walking, personal grooming, public speaking, personal branding, and developing essential values such as confidence, compassion, and social responsibility.
