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The Zambales stunner reacts to former Miss Grand International 2024 titleholder Gupta’s warning for her to protect herself as she works with the organization
MANILA, Philippines – As the Philippines’ CJ Opiaza takes home the Miss Grand International (MGI) 2024 crown, she only has good things to say about India’s Rachel Gupta, who relinquished her title due to “broken promises, mistreatment, and a toxic environment.”
The same day Opiaza was officially crowned on June 3 in Thailand, Gupta said during her own press conference in India that she is praying the Filipina beauty queen won’t experience the same thing she did in working with the MGI organization.
“Please protect yourself and please know that when they show their true colors, which they will, I will be there for you,” Gupta said in her message to Opiaza. “Do not let anyone make you feel uncomfortable or targeted.”
Asked to react to Gupta’s statement during her own press conference with Filipino media on Monday, June 9, Opiaza attested that she has always been careful with whatever she does — including her activities outside the MGI organization.
Even then, Opiaza said she’s happy for Gupta.
“I will still continue to support her in whatever path she’ll be in. I know that new doors will open, and new opportunities will open for her. She’s a nice person,” the Zambales-born pageant queen said.
Opiaza was named 1st runner-up during the pageant in October 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. She is the Philippines’ first-ever Miss Grand International.
Opiaza will continue her activities as the reigning Miss Grand International 2024 until she crowns her successor in October. – Rappler.com
