'Karma is a queen': Rachel Gupta cryptic post for Miss Universe's Nawat Itsaragrisil is viral

Rachel Gupta, the 21-year-old model from Jalandhar who made history as the first Indian to win the Miss Grand International (MGI) title in 2024, has posted a cryptic message on Instagram that appears to reference the growing controversy surrounding Thai businessman and Miss Universe Vice President (Asiana) Nawat Itsaragrisil.

“Karma is a queen,” Gupta wrote, without naming anyone. Gupta’s cryptic post has reignited calls for accountability and reform within international beauty pageants, with supporters urging organisers to prioritise contestant well-being over commercial interests.

“NO MORE NAWAT,” one Instagram user wrote. “This is the moment to protect our traditional and loved pageant.”

"Crocodile tears," commented an X user. "This year's Miss Universe pageant isn't even Nawat Itsaragrisil's first controversy. He has a long history of body shaming and bullying women. The women did well to collectively stand up against him."