Ruben’s path to becoming the Mister Global International 2024 has been an extraordinary and transformative journey, characterized by unexpected opportunities and remarkable achievements. This journey, which began during a vacation in India, was marked by a fateful message from a modeling director that would change the course of his life. Little did he know that responding to that message would set him on a path to represent Sri Lanka on an international stage.
The Start of a Remarkable Journey
While Ruben was enjoying a vacation in India, he received an unexpected message from a modeling director inviting him to audition for a pageant. Initially taken aback, he decided to seize the opportunity and replied that he would join the audition upon his return to Sri Lanka. Once back home, he attended the audition with a mindset of simply giving it a try. To his astonishment, Ruben was selected among the top five contestants, leading to his eventual representation of Sri Lanka in Nepal. This rapid progression from a casual audition to representing his country was nothing short of surreal, with sponsors for clothing and travel emerging almost magically. The whirlwind of events that followed was both exhilarating and overwhelming for him.
The Moment of Recognition
Being named a finalist was a moment of pure shock and joy for Ruben. Achieving this milestone was the realization of a childhood dream, a moment he had envisioned countless times. The blend of disbelief and happiness he felt is something he will cherish forever.
Achieving Titles: Mr. Best in Swimwear and Mr. Best Talent
Winning the titles of Mr. Best in Swimwear and Mr. Best Talent was a testament to Ruben’s hard work and dedication. The Mr. Best Talent award was particularly significant because it represented the growth of a skill he had once doubted. Thanks to the guidance of a choreographer, Mr. Sankabe, he was able to hone his talent through rigorous dance practice, ultimately excelling in an area he initially felt unconfident about.
The journey to winning Mr. Best in Swimwear was equally transformative for Ruben. He had always been on the chubbier side, with a love for food that didn’t align with the stereotypical model physique. Although Ruben had always worked out, he never had the chiseled body often associated with modeling. For the pageant, he embarked on an intensive regimen to transform his body within a month, shedding weight and sculpting his physique to meet the competition’s demands.
Ruben’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the pursuit of dreams, showcasing how a single opportunity can lead to extraordinary success on the international stage.
