Miss Russia Criticised after Winning Pageant

The transcript discusses Elmira Abras Acova, an 18-year-old from Siberia, who was crowned Miss Russia. Despite her title, she faces scrutiny over her cultural identity, as she was born in Kazakhstan and her father is Tatar. The public reaction includes racial slurs and debates about her representation of Russian beauty. Comparisons are made with Miss Spartak, highlighting differing beauty standards. Elmira embraces her role, aiming to represent Russia at Miss World, despite the mixed public opinion.

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