Indil Bilgen was announced as Miss Turkey 2024, but her crowning caused an uproar in Turkey. The reason is because many feel that it has nothing to do with the prevailing standards of beauty.
The crowning of 24-year-old Bilgen sparked debate among social media users about beauty standards, sexism and the true essence of beauty. Celebrities from the neighboring country as well as many public figures have rallied to the defense of the crowned 24-year-old, stressing the importance of inner beauty, intelligence and individuality.
24-year-old Bilgen, 1.80 m tall. graduated from the Faculty of Medicine. However, what brought her to the center of criticism is the fact that she is the daughter of a diplomat, specifically the ambassador of Turkey to Ukraine.
Shortly after her coronation last Wednesday, many on social media questioned her suitability as a beauty queen and felt that her father's professional status influenced the result, with some even comparing her to characters from 70s Turkish films. , in which men disguise themselves as women.
