Myra D’Costa, a talented emcee from Goa, has been making waves in the entertainment industry with her infectious energy, charming personality, and impressive hosting skills. In this exclusive interview, Myra shares her journey, experiences, and insights on what it takes to be a successful emcee.
Myra’s journey into emceeing began when her mother encouraged her to host her brothers’ 21st birthday parties. “I was always a talkative child, and my mom would call me ‘bodbodhe’ (talkative),” Myra recalls. “After hosting those parties, there was no looking back.”
Myra’s inspiration to pursue a career in emceeing came from attending weddings and observing how the host could captivate the audience. “I thought, why not be the one speaking on the mic?” she says. “I wanted to be the center of attention, and emceeing allowed me to do that.”
For Myra, emceeing is not just a job, but a passion that pays her. “I don’t treat work as work,” she says. “When I’m blessed with a break, I love to travel and explore new places.”
Myra has had the opportunity to share the stage with Goan, national, and international celebrities. However, she cherishes the local stories and people she meets through her work. “Meeting my lady crush, Lorna, was a highlight,” she says with a smile.
Myra is open to emceeing various types of events, including corporates, public, private, government, and destination events. However, she has a soft spot for local weddings and anniversaries. “I’m always love-struck,” she admits.
Myra prepares for an event by praying and surrendering the day to God. She also focuses on having a positive mindset, self-belief, and a bright, warm smile. “Smiling often helps me receive smiles from others,” she says.
Myra’s Goan heritage plays a significant role in her emceeing style. “Being a Goan girl is a blessing,” she says. “I’ve been exposed to various traditions and languages, which helps me connect with diverse audiences.”
As a lady emcee from Goa, Myra faces challenges such as being compared to others, dealing with difficult crowds, and overcoming people’s mindset that ladies are not suitable for this work field. However, she believes that respect and professionalism can overcome these obstacles.
Myra incorporates Goan culture and elements into her emceeing by using Konkani language and singing popular Goan songs with the crowd. “There’s no better way to connect with the audience,” she says.
Myra’s advice to aspiring emcees is to be unique, not compare themselves to others, and focus on their own strengths and weaknesses. “Stick in your lane, mind your own business, and count your own money,” she says.
Myra stays up-to-date with industry trends by using social media effectively and being consistent in her efforts. “Taking risks leads you to your best version,” she believes.
Myra advises emcees to avoid being uncreative, not understanding the uniqueness of each event, and sticking too closely to the script. “Be spontaneous, and make your own tales while keeping it short,” she says.
Myra’s message to her audience is to trust the process, move forward, and not dwell on the past. “Life is too short,” she says. “You will be where God wants you to be. At the TOP!!!”
