Few leaders in fashion and pageantry are transforming the industry with the inclusivity, passion, and global vision of Tushita Roy. An international runway model, visionary founder and director of the Luxe Global Beauty Contest, and creator of the Asia Empress UK Beauty Pageant, Roy has dedicated her career to ensuring that every woman , regardless of size, height, skin tone, or background , has the opportunity to shine on both local and global stages. Her nomination for the Visionary Leader Award at the Influencer Magazine Awards 2026 recognises her groundbreaking work in inclusive pageantry, her international modelling excellence, and her unwavering commitment to redefining beauty standards worldwide.
Based in Leeds, United Kingdom, Tushita Roy brings her own journey in beauty competitions to her mission-driven work. Having experienced the transformative power of pageantry firsthand, she has made it her life’s work to open doors for women who have been historically excluded from mainstream fashion and beauty platforms. Through her innovative projects , including Instagram-based international pageants , she nurtures emerging talents from around the world, giving aspiring models and contestants visibility, confidence, and opportunities to share their stories from their own cities and countries, without the barrier of having to travel to traditional fashion capitals.
As a trailblazer in international fashion, Roy has proudly represented the United Kingdom at Tokyo World Fashion Week, walked the prestigious runways of Milan Fashion Week, and is set to grace the fashion stage in Dubai. She has also been invited as an ambassador at Dubai Fashion Week, where she promotes unity, peace, and cultural diversity through fashion. Her global experience reflects not only her modelling excellence but also her commitment to using fashion as a bridge between cultures and a tool for social change.
Through the Luxe Global Beauty Contest and Asia Empress UK Beauty Pageant, Roy merges luxury, empowerment, and inclusivity, creating transformative spaces where women can step into the spotlight and claim their rightful place with confidence and pride. These platforms are not traditional pageants in the exclusive sense , they are designed to be accessible, welcoming, and representative of the full spectrum of human beauty. Her work goes beyond fashion; it is a global movement that challenges outdated beauty norms, celebrates individuality, and redefines modern beauty standards for a new generation. Beyond her work as a founder and director, Roy has served as a judge at numerous beauty pageants and cultural events, bringing professionalism, fairness, creativity, and a passion for inclusivity to every platform she supports. Her discerning eye and commitment to equity have made her a trusted voice in the pageantry community, and her influence extends far beyond her own organisations.
Roy is also a multi-award-winning fashion director and choreographer, recognised for her excellence, creativity, and outstanding contribution to the global fashion and pageantry industry. Her visionary direction and artistic choreography have earned her accolades and respect across international fashion platforms, and she continues to be a sought-after collaborator, speaker, mentor, and advocate for inclusive beauty.
What distinguishes Tushita Roy is not simply her impressive list of runway credits and pageant titles, but the purpose that drives her. Inspired by her own journey, she understands that traditional fashion and pageantry have often excluded women who do not fit narrow, outdated standards. Her response has been to build alternative platforms that celebrate every body, every skin tone, every height, and every background. As a result, she is not just participating in the fashion industry , she is actively reshaping it from within.
With her representation of the United Kingdom at Tokyo World Fashion Week, her walks at Milan Fashion Week, her ambassadorship at Dubai Fashion Week, her founding of two major inclusive pageants, her work as a multi-award-winning fashion director and choreographer, and her role as a judge and mentor to emerging talents worldwide, Tushita Roy stands as one of the most visionary leaders in international fashion and pageantry today. Her nomination for the Visionary Leader Award at IMA 2026 celebrates not only her extraordinary achievements to date, but her ongoing mission to ensure that every woman, everywhere, can step into the spotlight with confidence, pride, and the knowledge that her unique beauty deserves to be seen.
