The newly crowned Miss Hong Kong, Ellyn Ngai Lok-lam, has expressed her desire to use her platform to champion women’s rights and encourage a broader understanding of beauty. Ngai, a 23-year-old public policy and political science graduate, won the annual TVB pageant just a day before sharing her goals. She emphasized that women should not be judged solely on their appearance.
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Nicknamed the “Michele Reis of CityU” by her classmates, Ngai addressed comments during the competition comparing her to the 1988 Miss Hong Kong winner, saying that beauty goes beyond physical traits. She highlighted that beauty comes in many forms, whether it be different skin tones, body shapes, or facial features. “Black skin can be beautiful, and white skin can be pretty too,” Ngai said, advocating for diversity in beauty standards.
In an interview following her win, Ngai shared her commitment to social issues, particularly women’s rights, low-income families, and social welfare. She hopes that her new title will open doors for her to make a positive impact on Hong Kong society. Ngai also called for greater support for women, particularly those balancing work and family life. She raised concerns about the challenges women face in starting families, noting the lack of adequate childcare support and resources for working mothers.
Ngai’s win was followed by Emily Leung Ka-ying, 22, being named first runner-up and Miss Photogenic, with Amina Yeung Chi-jiu, 21, taking the second runner-up spot. The competition saw over 300 contestants, with 15 finalists emerging after multiple rounds of interviews and online voting.
