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Opal Suchata Chuangsri, recently crowned Miss World 2025, plans to visit the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya among other temples in India. In an interview, she emphasized the deep cultural connections between India and Thailand, noting that both countries share traditions and cultural stories. The historical adaptation of the Indian epic 'Ramayana' into the Thai 'Ramakien' highlights the longstanding ties. Chuangsri also conveyed her admiration for the strength and resilience of the women she met in Telangana during her Miss World journey.

Key Points: Miss World Opal Chuangsri Plans Ayodhya Ram Mandir Visit

  • Opal Suchata Chuangsri crowned Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad
  • Plans visit to Ram Mandir in Ayodhya among other Indian temples
  • Discusses cultural ties between India and Thailand
  • Influences of the Indian epic Ramayana on Thai culture highlighted
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Miss World Opal Suchata Chuangsri opens up on her plans of visiting Ram Mandir, Ayodhya

Opal Chuangsri, crowned Miss World 2025, expresses her desire to visit India's Ram Mandir.

"We share a lot of cultures and traditions between India and Thailand. - Opal Suchata Chuangsri"

Mumbai, June 1

Opal Suchata Chuangsri from Thailand, who has been crowned the Miss World 2025, has shared that she plans to visit many temples in India, and the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is on her list.

Chuangsri spoke with IANS after her massive win, and spoke about the cultural ties between India and Thailand.

She said, “I would love to visit so many temples here in India. I think it's very charming and like I said that we share a lot of cultures and traditions between India and Thailand. So it would be great to visit and to know those places”.

India and Thailand share a long history of cultural and commercial relations. In Thailand, the ‘Ramayana’ is known as ‘Ramakien’. The Indian epic profoundly influenced Thai literature, art, and royal traditions. The story, while based on the original Indian Ramayana, has been adapted into a distinctive Thai version with its own interpretations and cultural nuances.

Lord Hanuman is given a more prominent role in the Thai version and is sometimes portrayed with a more playful character.

Chuangsri also shared her message for the women of Telangana, the state where the Miss World 2025 grand finale was held.

She said, “I would say that first meeting all of the women here in Telangana, India. You all have really inspired me on this journey with all your strength and resilience and the beauty from within all of you. And all the support and caring that I have received from all of the women here in India. And I think that they are very strong and very capable of all the things they wanted to do in life”.

Opal Suchata Chuangsri has been crowned Miss World 2025 in a star-studded grand finale ceremony which was held on Saturday in Hyderabad, Telangana. She edged out Hasset Dereje Admassu of Ethiopia in the grand finale as the latter emerged as the runner-up.

For the ceremony, Suchata donned a white gown adorned with opal-like florals.

- IANS

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Priya K.
So wonderful to see Miss World appreciating our culture! The Ram Mandir is truly a marvel of architecture and spirituality. Her interest in Ramayana connections between India-Thailand shows how our epics unite nations 🙏 Hope she enjoys her visit to Ayodhya!
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Rahul S.
Interesting how she mentioned Hanuman's different portrayal in Thai culture. Our epics have traveled so far! But I wish journalists would ask more substantial questions about cultural exchange rather than just temple visits. Still, good to see positive coverage.
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Ananya M.
As someone from Hyderabad, I'm so proud the event was held here! Her words about Telangana women were so touching ❤️ Shows how beauty pageants can be platforms for cultural exchange beyond just glamour. Hope she tries our biryani too!
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Vikram J.
While I appreciate her interest in Indian culture, I hope she also visits other historical sites beyond temples. India has so much more to offer - from Mughal architecture to British-era buildings. A balanced view would be nice.
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Sneha P.
The Ramayana connection between India and Thailand is fascinating! In Thailand, they even have a monkey god version of Hanuman called 'Phra Ram'. Our cultures have been intertwined for centuries. More such exchanges please!
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Karan D.
Hope the government makes her visit smooth. Foreign dignitaries visiting our religious sites boosts tourism and shows our soft power. But please media, don't turn this into some political narrative. Let it be about culture.

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