Miss Universe Pakistan Roma Riaz hits back at trolls over her color
Miss Universe Pakistan 2025, Roma Riaz, in two poses
Miss Universe Pakistan Roma Riaz with flag and sash.
LAHORE (Web Desk): Miss Universe Pakistan Roma Riaz has strongly responded to criticism about her skin tone and appearance, saying she will not stay silent while people question if she “looks Pakistani enough.”

Roma, who represents Pakistan at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand, shared an Instagram reel addressing colourism and body-shaming remarks.

She rejected the idea that beauty is tied to fair skin and emphasized that her appearance reflects her Pakistani roots strongly.

She said that she is proud of her skin tone, culture, and values. “I am Pakistani in my roots, values, and every shade of my skin,” she said, noting that her look represents generations of South Asian women.

she also highlighted that many young women face narrow expectations of beauty and are unfairly criticized for looking different.

She urged the critics to stop spreading negativity and focus on positive support, saying that everyone is a representative of Pakistan and is representing Pakistan in their own way.

She defended her choice to wear a sari at a Miss Universe event, calling it “as Pakistani as the shalwar kameez” and rejecting attempts to redefine her cultural identity.

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Roma message has sparked discussions on colorism in Pakistan, an issue that is tied to class, colonial history, and societal biases. Many praised her stance for encouraging self-confidence on criticism and representation for young girls.