Bangkok: A video of Pakistani model Roma Michael walking the ramp at Miss Grand International 2024 in a bikini has gone viral, sparking outrage. Roma shared the clip on her Instagram but deleted it just a few hours later.
Initially, many praised her for wearing the bold outfit. However, some began speculating that she removed the video due to hateful and indecent comments from users in Pakistan.
Roma Michael bikini video
The video managed to make its way to X. Watch it here:
Pakistani Model Roma Michael participated at Miss World Grand Show.
This shows her boldness & craziest attitude.
She is looking Sexy & and stunning in Bikni. 😍#Pakistan #RomaMichael #MissWorld pic.twitter.com/gqj7ThC0cY— Manu (@Jenni15011) October 23, 2024
Who is Roma Michael?
Roma Michael is an engineer who graduated with a Bachelor’s in Technology from the University of South Asia. She also found success as a social media influencer, gaining over 76,000 followers on Instagram.
Apart from winning titles like Miss Grand Pakistan 2024 and Miss Charm Pakistan 2023, Roma also ventured into acting. She has appeared in films such as Delhi Gate and Kahey Dil Jidher, along with TV shows like Tu Zindagi Hai and Pyari Nimmo.
After removing the video, several users suggested that Roma had fallen victim to conservative moral policing in Pakistan.
Hours later, she posted a selfie in the same bikini, continuing the conversation online.
Netizens shared their thoughts in the comments section. One user said, “Absolutely stunning! Roma Michael’s participation is a great representation of boldness and beauty. Go, girl.” Another wrote, “Objectification of women is a western obsession sad to see the east follow.”