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Born and raised in Shah Alam, Selangor, Lishalliny Kanaran is an Indian-origin Malaysian model, actress and pageant winner.

Who Is Lishalliny Kanaran? Beauty Queen From Selangor (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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In July 2025, Lishalliny shocked the public by accusing a priest of Indian nationality of molesting her at the Mariamman Temple in Salak Tinggi. Her bold testimony sparked outrage and led to swift police action in Malaysia.

Controversy: Allegations Against Indian Priest at Mariamman Temple (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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Miss Grand Malaysia winner Lishalliny Kanaran accused a priest of inappropriately touching her during a ritual, claiming he poured “holy water from India” before the assault at the Mariamman Temple in Salak Tinggi.

Molestation Allegation Involving “Holy Water from India” (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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Lishalliny Kanaran is a Malaysian national, born around 1996–1997, and is approximately 27–28 years old as of 2025.

Lishalliny Kanaran Age, Date of Birth and Nationality (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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Lishalliny pursued her higher studies in architecture at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), balancing a rigorous academic path with her modelling dreams — showcasing both brains and beauty.

Lishalliny Kanaran’s Education: Architecture Student With a Vision (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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Lishalliny competed against 22 other finalists and clinched the Miss Grand Malaysia 2021 crown. Her win was a testament to her perseverance — having competed in three editions before finally winning the title.

Miss Grand Malaysia 2021 Winner: Lishalliny’s Pageant Triumph (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)

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Apart from pageants, Lishalliny works as a model, host, and actress. She has appeared in local dramas and lifestyle programmes, charming audiences with her multilingual skills and camera presence.

Lishalliny Kanaran Acting and Hosting Career in Malaysian Entertainment (Photo Credits: lishallinykanaran/Instagram)