Who will win the title of Brazil's best backside? Meet the derriere-flaunting ladies competing in Miss BumBum 2022 - from a truck driver to a transgender woman who was REJECTED by the pageant in 2019

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From a truck driver to a Kim Kardashian lookalike – get ready to meet this year's Miss BumBum contestants.

The annual competition, which takes place in São Paulo, Brazil, will see women flaunting their backsides in a bid to win the title of the country's best bottom.

The first phase of the competition recently kicked off, and will see members of the public voting for their favorite, ultimately whittling down the 27 candidates - who each represent a different state in Brazil - to the just 15. You can vote for your favorite here.

The top 15 will then battle it out during a live runway show, where they will be judged by a collection of professionals - yet to be announced - with one being crowned as the winner. 

From a truck driver to a Kardashian lookalike (pictured) – meet this year's Miss BumBum contestants. The annual competition, which takes place in Brazil, will see women flaunting their backsides in a bid to win the title of the country's best bottom

As voting for the competition begins, FEMAIL has rounded up everything you need to know about the 27 contestants. Contestant Carolina Medeiros is pictured

The person who earns the Miss BumBum title will receive 50,000 Brazilian reais (which coverts to about US$22,000) in endorsement deals.

Last year's winner, Nathy Kihara, 35, made headlines for insuring her backside for just over $1.2 million following the 2021 beauty pageant.

The controversial competition, which was created by journalist and entrepreneur Cacau Oliver in 2011, also received criticism when it got $1.5 million of public funding in 2018, during a time of economic crisis in the country.

As voting for the competition begins, FEMAIL has rounded up everything you need to know about the 27 contestants - including a transgender woman who was turned away in 2019 and a Playboy model who had a 'microchip' implanted into her rear in an attempt to make it bigger.

Maya Dhurval: Fitness model and dancer, 33, who overcame years of insecurities to compete in Miss BumBum

Fitness model and dancer Maya Dhuryal, 33, is hoping to impress the judges with her 100cm circumference butt, in the same way that she often does with her 200,000 Instagram followers.

Even if she doesn't win, Maya, who is representing Espírito Santo, is already proud of herself for competing in Miss BumBum at all, after being plagued with body insecurities for years

'Participating in the contest for me is an acceptance of my body - feeling good about myself - which it took me a long time to live this moment, she said. ''I was ashamed of myself and my body, I thought I was ugly'

Fitness model and dancer Maya Dhuryal, 33, is hoping to impress the judges with her 100cm circumference butt, in the same way that she often does with her 200,000 Instagram followers.

Even if she doesn't win, Maya, who is representing Espírito Santo, is already proud of herself for competing in Miss BumBum at all, after being plagued with body insecurities for years.

'I believe that just having the economic opportunity to participate, and having the courage to participate is already a victory for me,' she shared.

'I believe that everything has a purpose and a reason. Participating in the contest for me is an acceptance of my body - feeling good about myself - which it took me a long time to live this moment.

'I was ashamed of myself and my body, I thought I was ugly, I already had depression because I was married for 12 years and my husband betrayed me a lot.

'Today, exposing myself is freedom, and a realization of self-love, taking care of my body and having the balance to stay healthy with the rush of everyday life.'

Dhessica Rodrigues: 28-year-old fitness model who hopes to inspire other 'flawed, fragile' women through the competition

Fitness model Dhessica Rodrigues, 28, has a 98cm behind and is representing Goiás in the competition

She hopes that if she wins the competition, she can be an inspiration to others. She said, 'I am flawed, human, fragile. But above all, I am Brazilian and I do not give up on achieving my goals'

Fitness model Dhessica Rodrigues, 28, has a 98cm behind and is representing Goiás.

She hopes that if she wins the competition, she can be an inspiration to others.

'I am flawed, human, fragile. But above all, I am Brazilian and I do not give up on achieving my goals,' she said. 'I may even fail, but I have a butt that represents Miss Butt well.'

Ingrid Reis: Engineer mother-of-two, 30, hopes to claim the title despite having the smallest backside in the competition

Ingrid Reis, 30, has the smallest bum in the competition this year at 95cm. The mom-of-two, who has two daughters, also works as an engineer, and it doesn't appear that she uses Instagram

Ingrid Reis, 30, has the smallest bum in the competition this year at 95cm. 

The mom-of-two, who has two daughters, also works as an engineer, and it doesn't appear that she uses Instagram.

Ingrid, who is representing Sergipe, admitted that she has gotten some hate from her family and friends for participating in the competition, but it hasn't brought her down.

'I don't mind the criticism at all,' she said. 

Luma Kardashian: 38-year-old who earned online fame thanks to her uncanny resemblance to Kim K - and her 'natural, perfect' derriere

Luma Kardashian, 38, is no stranger to showing off her assets, and she regularly shares sexy snaps of her 104cm butt to her Instagram, where she has gained more than 11,000 followers

The OnlyFans model, who is representing São Paulo, described her rear as 'unique, natural, and perfect.' She added: 'It doesn't go unnoticed wherever I go... it hypnotizes men and women'

Luma Kardashian, 38, is no stranger to showing off her assets, and she regularly shares sexy snaps of her 104cm butt to her Instagram, where she has gained more than 11,000 followers.

The OnlyFans model, who is representing São Paulo, described her rear as 'unique, natural, and perfect.'

'It doesn't go unnoticed wherever I go... it hypnotizes men and women,' she said.

Although Luma - who is a self-proclaimed Kardashian lookalike - is proud to show off her body, she sometimes receives criticism for being so confident.

She added: 'Just because I am a beautiful, independent woman, with a body that attracts attention, I suffer prejudice because they reduce me to just a beautiful body.

'But that doesn't bother me anymore, I think it's a growing reflection of this society full of frustrations.'

Anne Lima: 34-year-old influencer mother-of-one who boasts a 108cm booty

Anne Lima, 34, hopes to catch the eyes of the judges this year with her 108cm butt, which she often shows off in pictures posted to her 41,000 Instagram followers

The influencer, who has one daughter, describes herself as an athlete and model. She is representing Rio de Janeiro

'I want to take this opportunity to show the world how I got to this age with the body I have without plastic surgery through my healthy habits,' she explained, when asked why she wanted to win the competition

Anne Lima, 34, hopes to catch the eyes of the judges this year with her 108cm butt, which she often shows off in pictures posted to her 41,000 Instagram followers.

The influencer, who has one daughter, describes herself as an athlete and model. She is representing Rio de Janeiro.

'I want to take this opportunity to show the world how I got to this age with the body I have without plastic surgery through my healthy habits,' she explained, when asked why she wanted to win the competition.

'But I also want to show how I am, I want to set a good example for people.'

Thaynna Dantas: Transgender 33-year-old who is making history as the competition's first trans contestant - three years after being turned away by the pageant

Transgender contestant Thaynna Dantas, 33, who has one of the biggest behinds in the competition with her 115cm butt, has made history as the first transgender in the competition - after being turned away from the pageant in 2019

She described herself as 'feisty and resistant,' and hopes that she can become the first ever transgender Miss BumBum winner.

She described herself as 'feisty and resistant,' and hopes that she can set an example that 'trans women can get where they want to go' even if they have to 'run after it'

Transgender contestant Thaynna Dantas, 33, who has one of the biggest behinds in the competition with her 115cm butt, has made history as the first transgender in the competition - after being turned away from the pageant in 2019.

The fitness model, athlete, and entrepreneur revealed that her last relationship ended because she decided to participate in the competition.

'I was dating, and when I decided to participate in Miss BumBum, my ex didn't accept it. The world is sexist, it's no use,' she said.

'We live in a country where men who call themselves “conservative” beat their women and cheat on them. That to me is not conservatism, it's a lack of character.'

But the star, who has gained more than 457,000 followers on her Instagram, said she has learned to embrace the 'pain and suffering' she has undergone.

She described herself as 'feisty and resistant,' and hopes that she can set an example that 'trans women can get where they want to go' even if they have to 'run after it.' 

'Winning this contest for me, it's going to be amazing. First, for being the first trans woman, and for being able to participate on an equal footing with cis women is a dream for me,' she said.

'That makes me very, very happy. I don't necessarily want to win the contest, I want to make history. Yes, a trans woman can get where she wants to go, she just needs to run after it and never give up on her dreams.'

She is representing Rio Grande do Norte.

Carol Medeiros: Ballerina, 37, hopes to take the title with her 'highly-praised' butt 

Competitive dancer Carol Medeiros, 37, who more than 15,000 followers on Instagram, is also taking part in this years competition

Carol studied psychology in school but now works as a trained ballerina. She has been married for seven years and said she has no plans on having kids

Competitive dancer Carol Medeiros, 37, who more than 15,000 followers on Instagram, is also taking part in this years competition.

Carol studied psychology in school but now works as a trained ballerina. She has been married for seven years and said she has no plans on having kids.

She is representing Santa Catarina, and is hoping to take home the title with her 'highly praised' 103cm butt.

Carolina Lekker: 24-year-old Playboy model who had a hormone-releasing microchip implanted in her butt to make it bigger

Playboy model Carolina Lekker, 24, is also taking part in the competition with her 96cm butt

The influencer, who has more than 461,000 followers on Instagram , made headlines last month when she had a 'microchip' implanted into her rear in an attempt to make it even bigger

According to Daily Star, 'The hormonal implant releases the hormone gestrinone, derived from testosterone, which is believed to decrease fat, minimize cellulite, increase lean mass and increase libido'

Playboy model Carolina Lekker, 24, is also taking part in the competition with her 96cm butt. She is representing Acre.

The influencer, who has more than 461,000 followers on Instagram, made headlines last month when she had a 'microchip' implanted into her rear in an attempt to make it even bigger.

According to Daily Star, 'The hormonal implant releases the hormone gestrinone, derived from testosterone, which is believed to decrease fat, minimize cellulite, increase lean mass and increase libido.'

Juli Figueiró: Former truck driver-turned-model, 33, says she is an expert in 'awakening the male imagination' 

Truck driver Juli Figueiró, 33, is also competing this year, and is ready to showcase her 114cm butt

On top of driving a truck in her free time, Juli is also often posting videos and pictures of herself on social media - where she has amassed more than 193,000 followers on TikTok and 14,000 on Instagram

The model, who has been married for 12 years and has an 18-year-old son, is representing Rio Grande do Sul

Truck driver Juli Figueiró, 33, is also competing this year, and is ready to showcase her 114cm butt.

On top of driving a truck in her free time, Juli is also often posting videos and pictures of herself on social media - where she has amassed more than 193,000 followers on TikTok and 14,000 on Instagram.

The model, who has been married for 12 years and has an 18-year-old son, is representing Rio Grande do Sul.

'I believe I have the essence of this contest - daring, sensual, and not afraid of new challenges,' she explained.

'I know how to use all my “weapons” whether it's maneuvering a trailer when I'm on the shoot, or with that mega sensual outfit that awakens the male imagination.'

Monique Magnani: Mother-of-two, 27, says she wants to 'defend the cause of normal women' by showing off her cellulite and stretch marks 

Model Monique Magnani, 27, is hoping to win with her 100cm butt, and is representing Ceará. The self-proclaimed influencer has more than 24,000 followers on Instagram 

The content creator has been in a relationship for 12 years, and has two daughters - a five-year-old and two-year-old

Model Monique Magnani, 27, is hoping to win with her 100cm butt, and is representing Ceará.

The content creator has been in a relationship for 12 years, and has two daughters - a five-year-old and two-year-old.

'I'm entering the contest defending the cause of "normal women." I have stretch marks, cellulite and fat,' she admitted, adding that she 'doesn't follow a strict diet' or 'dedicate herself to the gym.'

'But that doesn't stop me from being a strong candidate ... I want to show everyone that we don't have to spend hours and hours at the gym to have the perfect body. 

'The ideal body vision must ... make the woman accept and love herself above any other people's opinion that may be contrary to it.'

The self-proclaimed influencer has more than 24,000 followers on Instagram.

Day Reis: Biomedical student, 25, is determined to prove that women can be both 'intellectual and sexy'

Day Reis, 25, who is representing Pará, is set to compete with her 101cm butt at this years Miss BumBum competition. The Instagram star, who has racked up more than 30,000 followers on the platform, is also a biomedical student

She wants people to know that competing in the Miss BumBum competition ' does not define her intellectual capacity'

Day Reis, 25, who is representing Pará, is set to compete with her 101cm butt at this years Miss BumBum competition. The Instagram star, who has racked up more than 30,000 followers on the platform, is also a biomedical student.

She wants people to know that competing in the Miss BumBum competition 'does not define her intellectual capacity.'

She added, 'We can show our bold and sexy side to be whatever we want. One thing does not cancel out the other.'

Deny Barbie: 40-year-old Barbie-inspired influencer who wants to fight back against society's 'sexist culture'

Digital influencer Denise Rocha, 40, known as Deny Barbie online, is hoping to win with her 100cm butt - which is often seen on her Instagram account, where she has earned herself 35,000 followers

Denise, who has two sons and is representing Federal District, is determined to 'motivate people to take care of [what they eat] and their bodies, increase self-esteem, and live better'

Digital influencer Denise Rocha, 40, known as Deny Barbie online, is hoping to win with her 100cm butt - which is often seen on her Instagram account, where she has earned herself 35,000 followers.

Denise, who has two sons and is representing Federal District, is determined to 'motivate people to take care of [what they eat] and their bodies, increase self-esteem, and live better.'

She knows that she might get some hate for participating in the competition, but she is more than prepared. 

'Our sexist culture will always judge the woman who exposes herself and shows herself on social media,' she admitted.

'A contest that chooses the [best] butt certainly generates a lot of prejudice.' 

Larissa Maximiano: 28-year-old DJ and rapper has a dedicated training regimen to keep her 'beautiful, natural, strong' butt in tip top shape

Larissa Maximiano, 28, is also in the competition with her 100cm butt, which she often showcases on Instagram to her 70,000 followers

The model, who is representing Bahia, is also a DJ and aspiring rapper. She recently released her debut single, called Mimada, on YouTube

When asked by the competition if she's ever suffered from prejudice for showing off her assets, she admitted, 'In my profession, it has happened sometimes'

Larissa Maximiano, 28, is also in the competition with her 100cm butt, which she often showcases on Instagram to her 70,000 followers. 

The model, who is representing Bahia, is also a DJ and aspiring rapper. She recently released her debut single, called Mimada, on YouTube.

When asked by the competition if she's ever suffered from prejudice for showing off her assets, she admitted, 'In my profession, it has happened sometimes.

'Being a woman, wearing short clothes... we normally suffer from prejudice because they can't accept that we can be free, hot, sexy, and intelligent at the same time. 

'They always underestimate us, and try to summarize us just to the size of our [bottoms], which are big by the way.'

While discussing her backside, she added, 'She's beautiful, natural, and strong (because I train her).

'It's round, soft and hard at the same time... it's the true representative a** of brazil. We are not perfect dolls, we are perfect with imperfections.'

Rafaela Lyra: Physiotherapist says she 'deserves to win' because she will do whatever it takes to achieve her 'dream' 

Rafaela Lyra, who preferred not to share her age, is competing in this years Miss BumBum with her 98cm butt, which she gets plenty of attention for from her 30,000 plus Instagram followers

Rafaela - who works in physiotherapy when she's not showing off her bum, and describes herself as a business woman - is also a mother

When asked why she deserved to take home the title, the model, who is representing Pernambuco, explained, '[I want] to prove to many women that the realization of a dream does not depend only on a perfect body'

Rafaela Lyra, who preferred not to share her age, is competing in this years Miss BumBum with her 98cm butt, which she gets plenty of attention for from her 30,000 plus Instagram followers.

Rafaela - who works in physiotherapy when she's not showing off her bum, and describes herself as a business woman - is also a mother.

When asked why she deserved to take home the title, the model, who is representing Pernambuco, explained, 'I deserve to win because being Miss BumBum has always been a dream to prove to many women that the realization of a dream does not depend only on a perfect body, it goes much further than the desire to want, persist, and always seek the best of myself. 

'I deserve to win because I'm sure I'm doing my best to achieve my dream. Anyone who is not prepared to lose something is also not prepared to win. You need to have charisma [and you need to be] humble and friendly [to win].'

Joyce Molina: 29-year-old beautician who boasts a 105cm butt

Joyce Molina, 29, who just goes as Molina online, is ready to display her 105cm butt for the competition. She works in eyebrows and eyelash extensions, and is representing Maranhão. She has just over 1,000 followers on her Instagram

Joyce Molina, 29, who just goes as Molina online, is ready to display her 105cm butt for the competition.

She works in eyebrows and eyelash extensions, and is representing Maranhão. 

She has just over 1,000 followers on her Instagram.

Karina Mauro: 'Bossy' businesswoman, 36, who says her feisty personality sets her apart from the competition

Businesswoman Karina Mauro, 36, is showcasing her 108cm butt in the competition, which she often likes to show off to her 12,000 followers on Instagram 

Karina is representing Mato Grosso do Sul, and she said her spunky personality is what sets her apart from the rest of the competitors

'I, in particular, deserve [to win] for the commitment and dedication. I believe that because of my age (I must be one of the oldest)... I still have my whole body up to date,' she said

Businesswoman Karina Mauro, 36, is showcasing her 108cm butt in the competition, which she often likes to show off to her 12,000 followers on Instagram.

Karina is representing Mato Grosso do Sul, and she said her spunky personality is what sets her apart from the rest of the competitors.

'I've never been prejudiced, I think my bossy style intimidates anyone who tries,' she said.

'I, in particular, deserve [to win] for the commitment and dedication. I believe that because of my age (I must be one of the oldest)... I still have my whole body up to date.'

Lívia Nayara: Model mother-of-two, 37, says she deserves to win because she takes 'great care of her body'

Livia Nayara, 37, who works as a model and a businesswoman, is competing with her 104 cm butt. The mom-of-two has gained a lot of attention on Instagram over the years, raking in more than 18,000 followers

She is representing Paraíba, and said she deserves to win because she takes 'great care of her body'

Livia Nayara, 37, who works as a model and a businesswoman, is competing with her 104 cm butt. 

The mom-of-two has gained a lot of attention on Instagram over the years, raking in more than 18,000 followers.

She is representing Paraíba, and said she deserves to win because she takes 'great care of her body.'

Mayra Barbosa: 30-year-old aspiring influencer who balances online booty flaunting with beautician career 

Mayra Barbosa, 30, is attempting to take home the Miss BumBum title with her 104cm butt. Mayra, who is currently engaged to her boyfriend of seven years, works as a beautician and businesswoman when she's not strutting her stuff

The aspiring influencer hopes to teach young woman to embrace their 'natural beauty' and to 'overcome obstacles to make your dreams and goals come true'

Mayra Barbosa, 30, is attempting to take home the Miss BumBum title with her 104cm butt. Mayra, who is currently engaged to her boyfriend of seven years, works as a beautician and businesswoman when she's not strutting her stuff.

The aspiring influencer hopes to teach young woman to embrace their 'natural beauty' and to 'overcome obstacles to make your dreams and goals come true.'

The star, who is representing Amazonas, has just over 6,000 followers on her Instagram account.

Kaszila Prata: 26-year-old mom who faced furious online controversy after posing nude in a magazine

Kaszila Prata, 26, is competing with her 110cm butt, which has helped her grow her Instagram followers to more than 30,000 fans

Kaszila opened up about the backlash she has received for posing in a nude magazine, explaining, 'I've posed nude for a sexy magazine ... and ended up getting some not so positive messages from envious people'

When asked why she deserved to win, the star said she knows how to 'communicate, raise some flags, have attitude and, of course, cause controversy'

Kaszila Prata, 26, is competing with her 110cm butt, which has helped her grow her Instagram followers to more than 30,000 fans.

The aspiring model and actress, who is representing Tocantins, is a mother to one son.

'Despite my young age, my son supports me and always praises me,' she gushed.

Kaszila opened up about the backlash she has received for posing in a nude magazine, explaining, 'I've posed nude for a sexy magazine ... and ended up getting some not so positive messages from envious people. 

'I think women are always being judged and discriminated against. None of this shook me. I am happy and fulfilled, living a very special phase.'

When asked why she deserved to win, the star said she knows how to 'communicate, raise some flags, have attitude and, of course, cause controversy.'

Vicência Nascimento: Model who boasts a 95cm butt that she loves to show off online

Vicência Nascimento, who didn't disclose her age, is showcasing her 95cm butt in this years Miss BumBum competition, which she also likes to share on Instagram with her 12,000 followers

Vicência Nascimento, who didn't disclose her age, is showcasing her 95cm butt in this years Miss BumBum competition.

She also likes to share snaps of it online to Instagram, where she has 12,000 followers. 

The model is representing Amapá.

Karina Matielle: 30-year-old fitness model who boasts a whopping 29,000 Instagram fans

Karina Matielle, 30, who has racked up 29,000 followers on Instagram , will be in the competition this year with her 100cm butt. Karina, who is a fitness model who also works in microblading eyebrows, is representing Alagoas

Karina Matielle, 30, who has racked up 29,000 followers on Instagram, will be in the competition this year with her 100cm butt.

Karina, who is a fitness model who also works in microblading eyebrows, is representing Alagoas. 

Grazieli Nunes: Model and dancer, 28, who shed 60LBS before signing up for Miss BumBum

Grazieli Nunes, 28, will be taking part with her butt - which measures up to 102cm. She said she used to be 'fat' but recently lost more than 60 pounds, after receiving a lot of hate for her weight

The 28-year-old described herself as 'very single' and said she 'doesn't intend to ever be a mother.' She currently works as a model, dancer, and operates in the sports betting market

'I deserve to win because having a miss butt title with my story would make other women feel that they deserve to be there too, that they can too,' she gushed

Grazieli Nunes, 28, will be taking part with her butt - which measures up to 102cm. 

The 28-year-old described herself as 'very single' and said she 'doesn't intend to ever be a mother.' She currently works as a model, dancer, and operates in the sports betting market. 

She said she used to be 'fat' but recently lost more than 60 pounds, after receiving a lot of hate for her weight.

'These situations made me a strong and empowered woman and fueled my change,' she explained. 'I am proud of the woman I have become.

'I deserve to win because having a miss butt title with my story would make other women feel that they deserve to be there too, that they can too.' 

Grazieli, who is representing Piauí, has more than 34,000 followers on her Instagram account.

Laysa Padovani: Businesswoman and model, 22, who insists she is '100 per cent natural'

Laysa Padovani, 22, will also be competing this year with her 115cm butt, of which she likes to grab attention with on her Instagram - where she has earned more than 28,000 followers

The model and businesswoman is representing Mato Grosso

'I'm one of the few women with a 100 per cent natural body,' she revealed, when asked why she deserves the title. 'I have 115cm of butt without ever having done heavy physical activities, surgeries, or crazy diets'

Laysa Padovani, 22, will also be competing this year with her 115cm butt, of which she likes to grab attention with on her Instagram - where she has earned more than 28,000 followers.

The model and businesswoman is representing Mato Grosso.

'I'm one of the few women with a 100 per cent natural body,' she revealed, when asked why she deserves the title. 'I have 115cm of butt without ever having done heavy physical activities, surgeries, or crazy diets. 

'And for that reason I believe that I represent the natural curves of the Brazilian woman very well. In my opinion, showing the body is not a sexualization, but a form of art and freedom.' 

Day Chedre: Gastronomy student, 33, who balances motherhood with her studies - and insists her butt is all 'natural'

Day Chedre, 33, is no stranger to showing off her 106cm butt, and often shares it with her 50,000 Instagram followers. The social media star, who is representing Roraima, has been in a relationship for more than two years

She also has a 17-year-old daughter and 11-year-old son. As for her career, she works as a micro entrepreneur and is currently studying gastronomy

Day Chedre, 33, is no stranger to showing off her 106cm butt, and often shares it with her 50,000 Instagram  followers.

The social media star, who is representing Roraima, has been in a relationship for more than two years, but hasn't revealed who she is dating.

'I have [been in] a relationship for two years where I have full support for anything,' she gushed in an interview for the competition.

She also has a 17-year-old daughter and 11-year-old son. As for her career, she works as a micro entrepreneur and is currently studying gastronomy.

'I deserve it because I have a very natural Brazilian butt without many procedures in a not so young body,' she explained, when asked why she deserves to win.

'I am already a mother and I have a busy life with little care! My butt is natural.'

Jéssica Oliveira: 23-year-old scrap metal entrepreneur says she already feels like a 'winner' just for taking part in Miss BumBum

Jéssica Oliveira, 23, will be competing this year with her 100 cm butt, which she also shares on her Instagram to her 30,000 followers. The social media star, who works as an entrepreneur in the scrap metal business, is representing Rondônia

Jéssica Oliveira, 23, will be competing this year with her 100 cm butt, which she also shares on her Instagram to her 30,000 followers.

The social media star, who works as an entrepreneur in the scrap metal business, is representing Rondônia.

'Do I deserve [to win]? Perhaps! I'll leave it to you to choose,' she joked in an interview for the competition. 'I'm already a winner just because I'm participating.'

Michelly Martins: Public relations graduate, 31, who has 'received praise for her butt' since she was a little girl

Michelly Martins, 31, is representing Paraná in the Miss BumBum competition, with her 102cm butt

The model, who has more that 12,000 followers on Instagram, is also a mother to a 16 year old daughter named Yasmin. She recently graduated with a degree in public relations

Michelly Martins, 31, is representing Paraná in the Miss BumBum competition, with her 102cm butt.

The model, who has more that 12,000 followers on Instagram, is also a mother to a 16 year old daughter named Yasmin.  She recently graduated with a degree in public relations. 

The mom-of-one said she's used to receiving praise for her backside, explaining, 'Since I was a child, I always received praise related to his butt and I never did any aesthetic procedure on it.'

Samea Soloni: 27-year-old businesswoman with a natural butt 'that enchants men'

Samea Soloni, 27, will also be participating in this years Miss BumBum where she will showcase her 102cm butt. The mother-of-one, who has a 10-year-old daughter, describes herself as a businesswoman

When asked why she deserves to win, Samea, who is representing Minas Gerais, explained, 'I have a beautiful, natural butt that enchants men'

She has more than 16,000 followers on Instagram, where she often shows off her body.

Samea Soloni, 27, will also be participating in this years Miss BumBum where she will showcase her 102cm butt. The mother-of-one, who has a 10-year-old daughter, describes herself as a businesswoman. 

She has more than 16,000 followers on Instagram, where she often shows off her body.

When asked why she deserves to win, Samea, who is representing Minas Gerais, explained, 'I have a beautiful, natural butt that enchants men.'