Kudla Mom Soujanya Hegde Aspiring for ‘Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide ’17’ Title

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Alfie Dsouza, Team Mangalorean.
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Kudla Mom Soujanya Hegde Aspiring for ‘Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide ’17’ Title

Mangaluru: Is it the food power of Kori-Rotti and Chicken Sukka or Pork Bafat and Chicken Vindaloo or the ‘Bonda Neer’ or ‘Ideal’s Gadbad Ice Cream’ or other good Mangalorean cuisine, that some Kudla aka Mangaluru lasses get their beautiful physique? Or is it the weather of Coastal City- Mangaluru that produces pretty and sizzling women? Or is it just that these females in Mangaluru are simply trying to make a mark in the glamour in fashion, modelling or movie industry by following in the footsteps of other role models? Whatever the reasons are, Mangaluru has seen quite a few local young women emerging into the glamorous world of acting, fashion, music and entertainment.

Soujanya with her Husband Sudhir Hegde, and two kids – daughter Souravi (12 years) and son Souraag (8 years)

Yes, Mangaloreans should be proud of the female Bollywood/Sandalwood/Coastalwood actresses, International and National Beauty Queens, Top models and Fashion Designers etc hailing from Mangaluru namely- Aishwarya Rai, Shilpa Shetty, Frieda Pinto, Genelia D’Souza, Reshma Shetty, Sheetal Maller, Shwetha Shetty, Sonal Monteiro, Adhvithi and Ashwithi Shetty, Ester Noronha, Aafreen Vaz, Nischitha Shenoy, Reena D’souza, Josita Rodrigues, and many others- and now we have yet another mother of two trying to reach greater heights in the field of fashion, modelling, anchoring, acting and what not. Introducing Soujanya Hegde from Kadri/Mallikatte-Mangaluru, who is on cloud nine as she has been shortlisted to participate in the semi-finals of “Haut Monde Mrs India Worldwide 2017” contest to be held in Vietnam on 27 July; and then finals in Gurgaon on 5 August 2017. As Mangaloreans we should be proud of all these ladies from Mangaluru, including Soujanya who are bringing name and fame to this great Coastal City.

“Haut Monde Mrs India Worldwide” is an initiative by Shri Sai Entertainments Pvt Ltd, an organization working since 2008 providing platform to young enthusiastic designers to showcase their talent and for models to fulfill their aspirations and dreams. It is an effort to bring together the best talents of India and Indian residing overseas on a single platform. After having successfully organized many mega events and shows, they believe in tailoring their events so that it best fits into participants needs. They have been widely recognized as a wholesome, complete events solution factory, with a team of young, creative, enthusiastic and dynamic professionals with a sparkling stream of ideas having vast experience in the field of Events and Entertainments. Their goal is to give each and every event a different Meaning, Identity and a Vision with true professionalism to chart the roads of informative and entertaining events.

The organizers look for Talent and Culture of Indian Married Woman- they don’t look for Models but they Make Role Models. And they firmly believe that Married Women are the biggest natural resource of any Country-because woman is the backbone of family and society. It is very important to recognize and appreciates her contribution to family and social values as this will not only encourage her better but will inspire many more. As they say Beauty in Diversity, it is true that every woman is Beautiful and Every Woman should feel Beautiful. And for that matter, Soujanya falls in this category, and she deserves to be one of the semi-finalists for this coveted Worldwide Title- and let us all hope that she wins the crown and make Mangaluru proud.

As it is said that the Indian Woman in her lifetime assumes numerous significant parts that make her crucial. She in the line of Entrepreneurship consider Business Enterprises, Operate them, Undertake Risks and handle Economic Uncertainties required in maintaining a Business Enterprise. These beauty pageant challengers are Successful Indian Women who endeavor to act naturally certain, agile, exquisite, magnetic and respectable in the representation of India at home and around the globe. Many women who participate in beauty pageants contribute more to society than many would have expected in the past. By their very nature, beauty pageants support the idea that, for women, any noteworthy success or accomplishment should ideally be presented in a pretty package – conventional feminine attractiveness being the package in question. And our Kudla mom has taken a bold step in entering the contest- and surely she will come out in flying colors in the final round to be held in Guragaon, Delhi on August 5.

The Pageant has provided a fascinating glimpse into how Indian standards of femininity have been defined, projected, maintained, and challenged. The pageantry had given a chance for married women like Soujanya to unleash their talents and expose their beauty. But what one realizes beyond that is their warm and straight forward attitude towards life – beautiful, inspiring and infectious. Soujanya seems to be a strong young lady with engaging thoughts. She seems incredibly sharp, intelligent, confident, and poised- and she was unbelievably good while interviewing. She is more than just a beauty and socialite, she is a go-getter and a achiever- her recent success in the pageant is the proof. She has always understood fashion and style to be an expression of the unique and beautiful inner self of each individual person.

Soujanya Hegde had her early schooling at St.Agnes Convent School ( Primary and High School ), and PUC at St Agnes Pre-University College, Mangaluru – 2001. After her Law graduation from Shri Dharmastala Manjunatheshwara College – 2006, she did her Diploma in MBA diploma from ICFAI University – 2010. Loving daughter of Ln.M.Sadashiva Hegde ( Retd Superintendent of Excise) and Lns. Sumathi S.Hegde ( Entrepreneur ), she is happily married to Sudhir Hegde, a Engineer currently working as the General Manager for Pepsi/Seven-up bottling company, Nigeria- and they are blessed with two kids – daughter Souravi (12 years ) and son Souraag (8 years ).

Soujanya’s field of interests are : Dance ( Bharatnatyam, folk, Bollywood, free style), Choreography, Modelling, Acting, Anchoring, Yakshagana, Creative Party Planning, Event Co-ordination, Entrepreneur . Among the many laurels to her credit are : First appearance on stage at the age of 6 months as the winner of Healthy Baby Contest; more than 600 certificates and prizes won during school days in the field of Dance, Singing, Elocution, Fancy dress, Rangoli, Fashion show, Drawing, Mehendi designing, Yakshagana, Extempore, Antakshri, Variety show; Bala Prathibha Award 1994; Kesaru Gadde Ota – Winner 1996; Most Talented Youth Award by Sandesha Prathistana 1996.

Prathibha Puraskara by “Shri Yakshanugraha Kala Sampada” for outstanding performance in Thenku Thittu Yakshagana 1996; Baila Queen Title-State level 1997; Boogie Woogie State Level Dance winner in 1999 and 2000; “Teen Of The Year” Award in National Level Youth Talent Hunt, 2000.( Winner South India Zonals, Runner up in Nationals.) Miss Coastal 1999 – Runner up; Recipient Rastrapathi Award for selfless service in Bharath Scouts and Guides from Mr.K.R.Narayan, The President of India 2000; Crowned Miss Fantasia 2000 , Beauty Pageant; Crowned Miss. Mangalore, Jaycee Queen , winner Beauty Pageant 2001; Crowned Miss Karavali Udupi 2002

Best Talented Leo of the Year 2003; Diamond Supreme Excellence Award in Lionism 2005; Semi Finalist in National Moot Court Competition held by Kerala Law Academy 2005; Finalist in Lend a Lawyer/Law quiz in National Law Fest at V.M.Salgaokar College of Law, Goa 2006; Recipient of “Kala Puraskar Award” by Kadriya Kalavidaru 2007; Certificate of appreciation from the High Commissioner of India in Indian Embassy, Nigeria for the outstanding work done in the field of cultural activities 2012.; “Woman’s Day Achievement Award – 2016 ” in recognition of multi talented personality by ROTARY ANN’s CLUB; and Youth Icon – Achievement Award – 2017 from Jnana Mandara Academy , Bangalore

Soujanya Hegde has held various designations namely- Vice – President , Bala Prathibha, Youth Cultural Association of Raga Taranga, 1994; School Pupil Leader – St.Agnes High School , 1999; Active participation and involvement in various cultural organizations; Choreographer and team leader of Golden Girls professional Dance troop; Club president, District chairperson and various posts held in Leo District office; Leo District President , Dist 324- D4, 2004-05; Cabinet Cultural Secretary of SDM Law College, Mangalore 2005-06; Director/Coordinator NRITYALAYA , Dance Institute, Abuja, Nigeria; Cultural Secretary of ICA- Indian Cultural Association, Abuja, Nigeria.

Presently she is a freelance Host/Celebrity Anchor, Party planner and Event Coordinator, and holds the Administrative Head of Namma TV Channel- the pulse of Coastal Karnataka. She is also the owner of LETZ PARTY-The Complete Party store, the one of its kind in Mangaluru.; and Founder/Co ordinator of Happy Hearts an institution for Kids to conducts events, competition and activities. She has the honour of hosting innumerable stage shows in, around and outside India. Live interviews, Stage shows, Corporate Brandings, Reality shows in Television, Star studded musical evenings, Weddings, Receptions and birthdays…Apart from all these she has shared the stage with Yukta Mukhi ( ex.Miss World), Afreen Vaz ( ex Miss India), KK, Kunal Ganjawala, Salim- Sulaiman ( the big names in the Bollywood industry), Chris Gayle ( International Cricket Star)

As they say the three qualities that every woman should have are – Confidence- In who she is and her choices. Compassion- For every living being around her. Charisma- Because every woman has it. Its just a matter of radiating it out- and for that matter Soujanya has all three qualities, and she has proved it. After having achieved a lot in her field of fashion and personal life Soujanya Hegde now wanted to give a try in a field which means a dream to many married women. To be role model and to prove herself once again she has plunged into the prestigious title of “Haut Monde Mrs. India World Wide 2017”.

It’s a pride for Mangaluru that our own talented lass, very popular face on the local television channels has made her place in one among the 60 finalists in the selection that was held in Bengaluru, and only 7 got selected from Karnataka, and Soujanya being the only Kudla mom, who will be travelling to Vietnam for their grooming sessions and Port Folio shoots. Several Sub-Title contests like “Mrs. Talented”, “Mrs. Super Smile”, “Mrs. Congeniality”, “Mrs. Photogenic” etc., will all be judged in Vietnam by a panel of reputed jury and grooming members of international fame, according to Soujanya when she briefed the media during a press meet held recently, along with her parents.

Soujanya Hegde with her Parents

‘Haut Monde Mrs. India Worldwide 2017″ is indeed an International platform for all married women all over the world to represent themselves on the basis of Beauty and Brains. Among more than 8,000 entries that flowed in from different parts of the world only 2,000 were short listed and 60 ladies have made it to the top finalist list. Soujanya Hegde will be flying to Delhi on 26th July and to Vietnam thereafter with all other contestants on 27th July. After the grooming and portfolio shoots they will return to Delhi on the 4th of August for the grand finale on 5th of August @ Kingdom of Dreams, Guragaon, Delhi.

Following are the excerpts from the exclusive interview :

Q: How does it feel being selected for the ‘Haut Monde Mrs. India World Wide 2017′ to be held in Vietnam?’ What was your reaction after you got selected?

Its really a great feeling…. amalgamation of pride pleasure and privilege. I was surprised and reluctant at the beginning but now extremely happy..

Q: Have you competed in pageants before this one?

Yes I have competed in pageants before but not at this level. This is a new experience and needed a total different style of preparation.

Q: How did modeling happen to you? So when was this first opportunity that came across?

I was always a stage person. It seems I was presented on stage when I was 6 months old for a baby show contest, and I guess from there it went on. My first individual presence on stage was at the age of 3 and I won. After that there was no looking back.

Q: Can you recollect for us, the beauty contests that you have entered…?

Among the many Titles that I have won-to name a few- “Miss Coastal 1999”; “Miss Fantasia 2000”; “Miss Mangalore Jaycee Queen 2001”; “Miss Karavali Udupi 2002″…

Q: Which phase of the competition was your favorite? How do you measure success?

Shopping of course which didn’t cause much pain other than the pinch in the pocket … the rest like diet, gym training, talent round preparation all were too stressful. Success to me is wen you are recognized for what you do. The overwhelming wishes and best wishes from family, friends and all Mangaloreans has been way to go. I feel this recognition and words of encouragement is a success by itself.

Q: How were you different from the other contestants? What made you unique?

I guess my confidence.. non stop smile and versatility with different streams of talent made me stand out.

Q: Getting selected in this pageant, do you have any ideas for a change in your career for the future?

Career for me is just follow it passion. So in spite being a Lawyer by qualification I am here. So change of career no clue. But this will definitely make way for more ideas and platform for me to work on.

Q: What do think would be the three qualities that every woman should have?

Lots of patience; Ability to multi task; and Believe in yourself.

Q: What is your style inspiration? What is your favorite item in your closet?

Anything comfortable and apt for the occasion. Generally it’s a pair of jeans and a comfortable T

Q: Who is your latest celebrity guy crush and girl crush?

ha ha ha ….Tricky question-No Comments, Please?

Q: What is your favorite social media platform to use and why?

Regular and comfortable with WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.

Q: What your parents have to say about your success in this beauty contest?

Simply Overwhelmed. They are happy that I am still pursuing my dreams even now.

Q: I am sure that your family is such a huge support to you and your journey to become “Haut Monde Mrs India worldwide 2017″? Was there any particular thing a family member has said that has inspired you to go this far?

Yes, of course my daughter was my motivation-when I got my selection I was a little reluctant, it was her who said “Mom go for something you hood at “. She very rarely appreciates anything .. so this had meant a lot to me.

Q: How would you define your personal style? What do you see when you look in the mirror?.

I look at a very confident yet a very sensitive person in the mirror.

Q: From where you stand right now how does life look?

Life always feels that the grass is greener on the other side. But I am very happy just lying down on my bed of roses with slight thorns around. That’s life, isn’t it?

Q: What would be your greatest achievement that will make you feel your life was a huge success?

If I can manage my passion … that’s professional life and keep a balanced strike with my personal family life, which is very difficult by itself- it could consider it a great achievement

Q: Okay, later in the years in case if you were to choose from films and modeling, what would you choose?

ha ha ha … Films of course !

Q: If you could high-five anyone in the world who would it be and why?

Very difficult to choose one …. I would rather wave my hands around to a bunch of people who have influenced my life in one way or other

Q: Being a mom to two children, how do you manage to take part in various contests and other co-curricular activities”

100% credits to my parents. Husband working abroad and me with unknown timings, my parents have been there to support me and literally take care of their daughter and grand children as well ..

Q: Being a beautiful woman yourself, who would you consider as the most beautiful woman, and why?

Beauty not measured by looks or by deeds. It’s some special feature in each one at different times. I believe every woman is beautiful . just make it worth while.

Q: What can we expect next from Soujanya Hegde? What are your hopes in the semi-final selections in Vietnam?

My eyes are towards the crown .. so the semis are not an issue. But really a strong contest to fight. Lets hope for the best.

Q: What is that you would like to share with Mangalorean.com readers? Also some words of advice to other women who may want to follow in
your footsteps.

Woman can reach any heights if they want to …. please encourage and support all girls and remember marriage is not the end … it’s just a lovely part of your life to add experiences. Woman can multi task, so just be positive.

Team Mangalorean wishes Soujanya Hegde all the best and success in the pageantry and hope that she will return to Mangaluru with the Crown. You Rock Super-Mom!

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Sashidhar Kotian
7 years ago

As a very good friend of Soujanya, I would like to thank Mr Alfie Desouza for an excellent article which no other media has published so far- very elaborate and very thoughtful. We need to encourage local talents, which is very much lacking at present. Thank You Mangalorean.com for being non-bias in ur reports- May God bless ur organization.

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