The Miss Universe pageant is such a grand spectacle, and we can only imagine the highs that each participant must feel through all the stages. So what happens when all the exhilaration and anticipation are behind you and you're back to regular life? LIVA Miss Diva Universe 2022 Divita Rai, who placed in the top 16 at the 71st Miss Universe pageant held on January 14, 2023, at the Ernest N Morial Convention Centre, New Orleans, was just one of two Asians to qualify for the semi-finals. She is back in Mumbai after visiting her family in her hometown Mangalore. "There's no scheduling or prep to do; I'm just resting and reflecting on the journey, Divita tells us.
This story is from the March 2023 edition of Femina.
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