A controversy has erupted at the Miss Universe 2025 pre-pageant ceremony in Thailand, with several contestants staging a walkout in solidarity with Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch. The incident occurred after Nawat Itsaragrisil, an official from the host nation, allegedly humiliated Bosch during a meeting. According to reports, Itsaragrisil called Bosch “dumb” for failing to post promotional content on her social media page, prompting her to object to the remark.
The situation escalated when Itsaragrisil summoned security and threatened to disqualify contestants who supported Bosch. In response, Bosch walked out of the ceremony, followed by several other contestants who showed their support for her. The incident has sparked widespread attention, with a video of Bosch speaking outside the venue going viral on social media.
In the video, Bosch described Itsaragrisil’s actions as “disrespectful” and “undermining” to women. She emphasized that her respect for the Thai people and culture remains unchanged, but she felt compelled to speak out against the alleged mistreatment. Bosch stated, “As a country, you have all my respect. I truly love Thailand. I respect all of you. You are amazing people. But what your director did is not respectful.”
The Miss Universe organization has not yet commented on the incident. The pre-pageant ceremony is a precursor to the main event, which is scheduled to take place in the coming days. The controversy has raised questions about the treatment of contestants and the organization’s handling of the situation. The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about the empowerment of women and the importance of respectful communication.
The Miss Universe pageant is an international event that aims to promote cultural exchange and understanding. The organization has a large following worldwide, and the incident has generated significant interest and concern among fans and supporters. As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how the organization will address the controversy and ensure a smooth continuation of the pageant.