The 74th Miss Universe pageant began with controversy in Thailand after a tense exchange erupted between Miss Universe Thailand (MUT) national director Nawat Itsaragrisil and Miss Universe Mexico 2025, Fátima Bosch, during what was supposed to be a ceremonial sashing event on Tuesday, Philstar Global reported.

The incident unfolded amid confusion between the Miss Universe Organisation (MUO) and Miss Universe Thailand, which is co-hosting the pageant.

MUO had earlier disowned a “Special Dinner & Talk Show” promoted by MUT, calling it unsanctioned, while MUT insisted the activity was part of its approved marketing initiatives.

All contestants had gathered for the sashing ceremony, marking the start of pre-pageant activities, when Nawat addressed the group.

He defended MUT’s promotional a

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