Bengaluru, Sep 13: Bengaluru girl Roshmitha Harimurthy has still not come to terms with the fact that she is the reigning Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2016. "It hasn't sunk in yet. Each time I hear somebody else say it, I feel the same excitement and happiness. It is surreal. I just remember Urvashi Rautela being happier than me while passing on the crown to me. It was like we both won," she says. Roshmitha was completely surprised when the results were announced as she's the sort of person who works towards the outcome, but keeps her expectations low. "I knew I had given my best, but did not expect too much. The journey wasn't easy, but I did not lose hope and my confidence kept growing."
On the Miss Diva winner, and runner-up (Srinidhi Ramesh Shetty) both being from Bengaluru
There is this Bengaluru magic in the air now. It makes us happy and immensely proud that we are from Karnataka. Also, now we will be together for a year in the same house, and eat South Indian food. Of course, relocating to Mumbai will be difficult because I have lived with parents all my life. Let's see how it goes.
Her time in Bengaluru
In school (Sophia High School), I was a quiet girl, but I came out of my shell in college (Mount Carmel College) and took part in cultural fests. Both institutions played a big role in shaping me. I loved the moral science classes, during which they spoke about our behaviour. I always remember being a good kid and following rules and regulations from an early age. I don't understand the is perception about bad girls having the most fun. It is good to be a good girl and it is not boring. I think discipline and the art of listening helped me.
Qualities that made her win
I performed all the tasks — be it dancing, ramp walk or any other thing — with grace and confidence. Though I am an introvert, I was outspoken when I needed to be and voiced my views loud and clear.
Her sister Rakshitha being an influence Rakshitha, who is two years younger than me, took part in Miss India 2015 and was in the top 10. That inspired me to get into this pageant. Though I would love to pass my crown to her next year, I want her to come back to the stage only after improving certain things.
Fitness regime
I've always followed a very simple exercise regime and diet plan. I work out every alternate day and do not overeat. It helps that I have a good metabolism, but I do not take it for granted and hog. Of course, now that the Miss Universe pageant, in which I will represent India, is in four months, I will be working out in full swing as we need to have good bodies. I have four months to prepare and I hope to improve myself holistically. I also hope to improve my Hindi, which has already became better since I went to Mumbai. But during the transformation, I don't want to lose the parts of myself that made me win Miss Diva. I just hope I get to eat rice and sambar once a day at least.
Once, during high-tea, judge Lara Dutta gave us tips on what a true diva is all about and that was beautiful. I also enjoyed late-night swims with the girls. After the whole day, we used to go to the pool after midnight and chill. It was the most relaxing time for us. I also remember the time spent with my friends Sophia Singh, Natasha Bharadwaj and Srishti. I also waved at Amitabh Bachchan and he waved back, which made my day.
Bolly dreams
I will focus on Miss Universe right now. As for Bollywood, not everyone is approached with an offer. If I do get a movie, I'd love to do it; otherwise I won't enter the field as I do not think it is my cup of tea. Ten years down the line, I want to be an entrepreneur and be seen not on the cover of a fashion magazine, but on a business magazine.
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