This was the first year that an Indian competed
for the coveted International Teen crown. A million-dollar
smile and an unshakeable attitude made this teen a hot contender
for the title.
Fifteen days spent in the company of other Miss Teens from
various countries, and Rana came back with quite a few lessons
well learnt. Says the perky adolescent, “It was a tough
competition, but I felt like being amidst friends. I never
regretted not getting the crown, as I realised that what I
had achieved had far more worth.”
The international pageant had a tight itinerary with a host
of programmes and appearances scheduled for the contestants.
Orientation programmes, rehearsals, fittings, preliminaries
and dinners had the girls all busy. They also spent a morning
at the Brown Family Life Centre, Chicago.
At an age when youngsters can’t think beyond their homework
and examination schedules, Rana loves to juggle a wide range
of activities including modelling, but clearly maintains,
“Studies are top priority.” Ask her how she stepped
into the competition and the girl quips, “Oh, I really
didn’t know about it till two days before the competition.
And, once I decided to participate, everything was a breeze.”
And, wasn’t she nervous, not even once? “My mom
kept me inspired and motivated all through, so there wasn’t
a chance for me to feel nervous.” Well, point taken.
The girls had to go through a number of rounds comprising
unique activities like a visit to a children’s hospital.
Provided only with a chaperone, they portrayed women who ooze
confidence and yet retain their feminity. Says Rana of her
idols, (all women mind you), “The ethereal beauty of
Princess Diana has always captivated me and the strength of
mind exuded by Indira Gandhi is something I would like to
inculcate.”
Her eyes hold the beauty of her soul and Rana plans to take
it up from here. Of course, only after she has decently done
an MBA and modelling assignments are always welcome for this
girl with an opinion. Way to go gal! |
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