At sixteen, Opal Suchata stood at the edge of fear, battling a breast cancer diagnosis no teenager should face. She fought through the struggles, survived, and turned her scars into strength. Today, Opal Suchata wears the Miss World 2025 crown with dignity and purpose. In Hyderabad, she carried both her crown and her cause, championing awareness and early detection. Her journey is no longer just personal—it is a global call for courage, hope, and resilience

Miss World 2025, Opal Suchata Chuangsri, is not just a global beauty queen but also a woman whose personal journey of survival has transformed into a mission to inspire millions. In Hyderabad today, she inaugurated a state-of-the-art breast cancer screening center and later joined the Sudha Reddy Foundation in unveiling the second edition of the Pink Power Run, a movement dedicated to awareness, early detection, and empowerment in the fight against breast cancer. Speaking with calm conviction and heartfelt sincerity, Opal opened up about what drives her, what she has endured, and why her purpose is deeply personal.

“What brought me here is probably Miss World, because it means a lot to me. And we were talking about working on our Beauty with a Purpose projects, especially on breast cancer, which we are focusing on this year. I couldn’t say no, and so I came here right away.” She paused for a moment, her voice carrying a mix of vulnerability and strength. “I am a breast cancer survivor myself. I was close to that line. And I survived—threats, challenges, struggles, fears—that a 16-year-old girl faced when she found a tumor in her breast. And I think there’s nothing more to it, and I respect them so much. I just want to remind them that they are very strong women. Their strength, their passion, their hope, and everything they’ve been through has brought them here. And I want them to be proud of themselves and know that they are not only an inspiration to other women facing breast cancer but also to me, who is working on this project.”

Her respect extended beyond survivors to the medical community. “I think this applies to the medical staff as well—they are working so hard, making great efforts to help people fight breast cancer and striving for better health for everyone.” Opal leaned in with emphasis as she added, “As I said before, getting your health checked is very important. Because when it comes to breast cancer and many diseases worldwide, early detection is crucial. If you catch it in the early stages, the chances of treatment are higher. That’s one thing—it’s a stigma for many communities around the world. Many women believe that if you have breast cancer, you’ll die from it, or it happens before you’re 40. And if something feels wrong, don’t be afraid and go to a doctor or specialist. Because it’s very important—when you notice something wrong in your body, get it checked immediately. If it’s breast cancer, you can work with doctors on treatment, and your chances of recovery will be higher.”

While her advocacy is driven by survival, her journey in pageantry has also shaped her resilience. “Before coming into the world of pageantry, I would say that when it comes to pageantry, there’s a lot of pressure and challenges that come from within ourselves. Because we are representing our country, we are representing our country’s fashion, and we want to perform our best. We want to give our all in everything and make our people proud. So, there can be a lot of pressure from ourselves. But I think, as they say, diamonds grow under pressure. And that’s what has brought not only me but all the contestants here today. I know that even though only one can become Miss World, everyone who participates in the Miss World festival takes different paths in life afterward, but I know all those paths are wonderful.”

The conversation turned naturally to the Pink Power Run, which she described as much more than a marathon. “It is a movement, uniting people to fight breast cancer together. It champions the importance of early detection, it supports survivors, and it brings people of all ages, backgrounds, and communities together. Every stride is an act of courage, and every participant shines a light of hope.”

As she reflected on her own story, Opal’s message was both deeply personal and universally empowering. “As a breast cancer survivor, I have walked through the fear, the uncertainty, and the relentless fight that this journey demands. Today, I stand here to tell every woman, in Hyderabad and across the world, that you are never alone. Knowledge, early screening, and the strength of a united community can and do save lives.”

In that moment, Opal Suchata Chuangsri was no longer speaking as a beauty queen but as a woman who had faced her deepest fears and emerged stronger. Her words carried the quiet authority of someone who knows the value of every heartbeat and every step forward. And as Hyderabad prepares to host the Pink Power Run on September 28, her story serves as a reminder that courage is contagious, hope is powerful, and beauty with a purpose can truly change lives.