Be positive to win Miss World, say celebs

Reading the inspiring story of Pantaloons Femina Miss India World Pooja Chopra���s mother Neera Chopra and her trials in bringing up her daughters after her husband threw them out of the house, touched many hearts.
Her story is one of an ordinary woman whose actions made her life extraordinary.
We talk to some celebs, who wish Pooja the best as she prepares to win the Miss World crown.
Nafisa Ali, ex-Miss India and actress: Every girl child makes her parents proud. First of all, the message I would like to give is that everyone should stand against foeticide and such social issues that caused Pooja���s mother such suffering. There should not be any disparities in today���s world. There are millions of mothers and daughters with a similar story. I congratulate both Pooja and her mother for Pooja���s success. I wish them well.
Gul Panag, actress and ex-Miss India: My mother always encouraged me to be an individual. It���s important to be irreplaceable and unique first. Creating an identity for ourselves is a must. Though I was highly privileged in my case, still it was an individual thing as well. We must stand out and be ready to blend easily. My mother guided me and gave me strength to make a mark. All the best to Pooja in her journey ahead.
Sarah Jane Dias, former Miss India: ���Nothing can break a woman���s spirit. Women are always stronger than men and Pooja���s mother has proved it. Mothers have that power, which they can pass on to their children, as in Pooja���s case. No one can challenge a mother���s blessings. I am proud that the current Miss India World has such strong values and ideals in life. Lots of other girls can learn from her. Pooja has made her mother proud in the real sense. Indian girls always have a strong chance to win the Miss World title. They are intelligent and there���s a certain spirit and strength in them. So I congratulate Pooja and wish her all the best in life ahead.
Subhash Ghai, director: It���s a sad but very inspiring story. When we work harder, we perform better. It doubles the energy and the will-power to give perfect results. And Pooja���s mother���s will-power and support helped her victory. We must learn from such examples. God bless Pooja. She should keep a positive attitude. She will surely win. Best of luck to her.
Reshmi Ghosh, TV actress: Time says it all. I���m firstly proud to be a woman. Every woman is a great support to her family. God rewarded Pooja with a mother who became a blessing in disguise for her. There are people who made my parents suffer too and hats off to my mother for sacrificed all for the family. My mother is the real foundation of our family. I���m a strong believer in God and believe he takes care of us. Earlier, I used to take my career lightly but later I realized the struggle, as I don���t have a godfather to show me the way. I���ve always kept a positive attitude. If you���re Miss India, half the battle is won. I wish Pooja all the best and suggest that she maintain that winning attitude and always keep that beauty in her heart and soul.
Shruti Sharma, model: The condition of women in society is still not good. Be it business or the glamour industry, she is dominated everywhere. But yes, having our parents along in the trials of life is a boon and especially for girls. Pooja���s mother must be really proud of her daughter at this moment. A special combination of motherhood and womanhood in Neera Chopra helped her give Pooja the best in life. She has showed society, her in-laws and her husband that the same daughter, who was considered a factor for her humiliation has made her proud today. Even I totally owe my parents for whatever I am today. Pooja is confident and we���re internationally superior when it comes to looks and appearance. Indian girls are exotic beauties. I wish her all the best. She just has to be herself and she will definitely win. Best of luck to her.