Why Are Beauty Pageants Still a Thing in 2025? | Vantage With Palki Sharma

Once upon a time, beauty pageants were primetime royalty — glittering gowns, perfect smiles, and rehearsed “world peace” answers. Cut to 2025, and somehow, we’re still here. Except now the tiaras come with livestream drama. This week, Miss Mexico walked out of the Miss Universe pageant in Thailand after being called a “dumbhead” on air — sparking chaos, walkouts, diplomatic reactions, and global outrage. So, here’s the real question: why do beauty pageants still exist? Palki Sharma tells you. --- Miss Universe | Miss Mexico | Miss Universe Pageant | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #missuniverse #missmexico #missuniverse2025 #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live    / @firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Instagram:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Facebook:   / firstpostin   Follow Firstpost on Twitter:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Whatsapp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029...