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Reita Faria Powell (née Faria; born 23 August 1943) is an Indian physician, former model and the winner of Miss World 1966 pageant. She is the first Miss World winner to be qualified as a medical doctor.
Dec 5, 2023 · In this blog, we’ll delve into the inspiring story of Reita Faria, tracing her path to becoming the first Indian to be crowned Miss World, and exploring the impact of her victory on India’s perception in the world of beauty and beyond.
Dec 18, 2016 · Not Just a Pretty Face: Reita Faria, the first Asian to win Miss World. Before “beauty with a purpose” became the motto of the Miss World contest, a 23-year-old medical student from Bombay became the first Asian to win the pageant. Fifty years after her win, Reita Faria looks back at the night that changed her life, and the love it brought ...
1/6. Journey to the crown and beyond: Reita Faria, India’s first Miss World. Rita Faria won every heart by becoming the first Indian/Asian to win the Miss World crown in 1966. She created history and inspired many numerous young women who were just beginning to set foot into the outside world.
Dec 6, 2023 · On November 17, 1966, at the Lyceum Ballroom in London, Reita Faria created history by becoming the first Asian woman and the first Indian to win the coveted Miss World title. Her victory was met with cheers, applause, and the admiration of celebrities like Bob Hope and Roger Moore.
Nov 15, 2019 · Reita Faria was the first Indian to win the Miss World beauty competition in 1966. She was studying medicine in Mumbai when the contest turned her life upside down. Show more
Jul 29, 2020 · 15K. 1.3M views 3 years ago. In 1966, Reita Faria participated in a coveted beauty pageant in London with no professional wardrobe or training. But she went on to win the crown. This is how she...
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