Recently taking the news to Instagram, Malaysian model and actress Nia Atasha Rosli (@sleepylllama), announced to be the first Malay model to model for Victoria's Secret.
The 27-year-old, was said to be the face of the #BeAuthenticBeYou campaign together with Miss Universe Malaysia 2018, Jane Teoh and Thai model and actress, Janie Tienphosuwan.
On July 4, Victoria's Secret Malaysia launched their first-ever global campaign highlighting women's empowerment while showcasing Victoria's Secret's T-shirt bra collection.
In an interview at the launch, Nia Atasha said she was honoured to be one of the faces of Victoria's Secret.
"It's an honour, honestly. This is a big opportunity. I've always had a dream since I started modelling to be the face of (Victoria's Secret) or in a campaign for (them) and here we are.
"It's going to be in all stores internationally, and it's a big deal. I'm so happy," she said.
Many of her followers and Malaysian celebrities have been sending congratulatory messages and well-wishes for her achievement in representing Malaysia on a popular global brand.
However, there has also been naysayers upholding the need for her to be covered up, as a Muslim.
Born and bred in Kuala Lumpur, Nia has been modelling and acting since 2014. Previously she has also worked with other prestigious international brands, like Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci and Calvin Klein.
