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Panchali Gupta BabbeR Pageant . Movies . Success
What responsibilities lie on a pageant holder once crowned ? Winning the crown comes with a lot of responsibilities . In an instant , you are in the public eye and become a role model for many aspiring beauty queens . How a winner conducts herself is very important . Apart from that , she should use the platform for causes close to her heart and carry out her duties with integrity .
What according to you is a beauty queen ? A beauty queen is a woman of substance and one who is strong and confident .
They say that there is a woman behind a successful man . Who is behind your success ? I have been very lucky to have extremely encouraging people around in the beginning of my career . My mom was my support system and now I am blessed to have a very supportive husband , Vijay Babber who is also a freelance fashion stylist . He stands by me in everything I wish to do and achieve .
How do you keep fit ? I work out and try to eat well . I have a very active lifestyle as well .
What is your typical day like ? My typical day starts with waking up to two hungry babies – my pets , Stella who is a dog and Cuddles a cat . After feeding them , I catch up on current affairs , do regular household chores and go to the gym . My social calendar is also often full so there is something every day .
Besides modeling what is it that keeps you busy ? I love to cook for my family and friends . I also enjoy spending time outdoors .
How difficult is it to prepare for a pageant ? It is not the preparation to become a pageant title as much as your determination which can divert at times . You must remain extremely focused and do all that you need to do to win .
Any advice for the married and unmarried women out there who would like to participate in contests and shows and make a career out of it ? Identify what you want and aim for it . Never lose your focus and don ’ t let failure undermine you . Nothing is impossible if we put our heart and mind to it .
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