Hyderabad :

Amidst the flashy spotlights and clicks of cameras, contestants of the “Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2016” walked confidently on the ramp, showcasing their talents. Young aspiring models and college students from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana participated in the event which took place on Friday afternoon. Of the six who will feature in the finals, three are from Hyderabad while two others currently reside in Bidar, Alwar and Marwar Junction. City girls Aashreya Reddy, Apoorva Rao and Srishti Shiva Vyakaranam are excited about the Mumbai finale.

Actor Nikhil Siddharth judged the girls on parameters ranging from elegance in ramp walk, perfect body,communication skills and more. Of the 30 participants who initially contested for the Miss Diva 2016 title, six were selected for the finals of slated to be held at Mumbai shortly. “Chase your dreams. Never give up,” he told the beauties.

One of the finalists, Apurva Ghale, said, “Physical fitness is crucial in beauty pageants. Besides that the way a woman walks and carries herself can define her,”she adds. Nisha won the Yamaha Miss Fascino title for her bold and outspoken nature that she displayed in all the rounds. After the event, the finalists posed for the pictures with the actor.

The show will be televised as seven- part reality series on Colors Infinity soon.

With Lara Dutta as the mentor, the search has begun for a girl who embodies beauty and beyond and has the spirit to conquer the universe.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> Cities> Hyderabad / by Ambika Pradhan / July 09th, 2016