KUALA LUMPUR: Ani Mustapah, a native of Kota Belud, is not only showcasing the ethnic attire of the Bajau Samah community on an international platform but is also promoting Sabah as one of the world’s premier tourist destinations.
Ani made this statement as she gets ready to compete in the final of the Legend Universal Beauty Pageant 2024 in the capital city tonight.
During the event held on Saturday in Shah Alam, Ani was awarded the title of The Most Elegant and was also recognised among the Top 5 Best Costume Finalists for her cowboy-themed outfit inspired by the Cowboy of the East from Kota Belud, Sabah.
Her participation in the Legend Universal Beauty Pageant 2024 follows her victory at the Miss & Mrs Stellar Elite 2024 competition held in Sarawak, which has paved the way for her to reach this prestigious level.
Ani will compete in the Classic category, while another finalist from Sarawak, Hannah Dahlim, will represent Borneo in the Miss category.
More than 45 finalists from various countries, including those from Asia such as Japan, China, Vietnam, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, and the Borneo region (Sabah & Sarawak), will be participating.
Additionally, contestants from Russia, India, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Sudan, and other nations will also be present.
The grand finale is set to take place this evening at the HXC Grand Ballroom, United Point Mall, Jalan Lang Emas Segambut, Kuala Lumpur.
