The Miss World Malaysia 2021 title holder has apologized to Indonesians who were outraged for claiming: batik The fabric was from Malaysia.
Lavanya Shivaji, 25, yesterday I apologized For those who were offended by her post, she revealed that Malaysia also has its own wax print fabric. Her apology comes two days after she was criticized online by more than 16,000 Indonesians for making the claim on Instagram while revealing the black and green batik evening dress she wore at the pageant. I was disappointed.
“I recognized that the word batik is not only of design and history, but also of Javanese origin,” he said yesterday, adding: [practice] That kind of cultural [elements] Including Malaysia, Sri Lanka and India with their own designs [motifs]”
“I always feel proud to wear batik, whether it’s Malaysia, Indonesia or any other country,” she said.
She has since restricted the comments section.
of batik‘s signature intricate dot and line designs are created using the Squirt tool, known as the Squirt tool. lean. The fabric is then dipped in multiple dyes.
The doctor won Miss World Malaysia on Sunday. The next day, she shared a photo of her evening dress on Instagram and called out: batik A symbol of Malaysia’s diversity. The caption has been revised to include her apology and a tribute to the designer.
“I’m so grateful for what taught me to value cultural diversity, and I’d like to thank the designer who created this beautiful dress for me on my last night. I’m so proud. [to represent] My country and I are ready for a whole new journey,” she said, without naming the designer.
Some Indonesians called her a “clown” and demanded that the caption be amended to acknowledge her Indonesian identity.
“Batik” [is] From Indonesia,” dozens of comments were posted.
Another user said: “You can wear it, but don’t make a statement.”
Lavanya will represent Malaysia at the Miss World 2021 pageant to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico in December.
Other stories:
These women will represent Malaysia in three international beauty pageants
Miss Universe Malaysia carries 45kg 3D ‘kampung’ as part of national costume
