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India.com
3 days ago
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- India.com
Miss World 2025: Meet Nandini Gupta, India's representative, who missed to make it to top 8
Finally, the much-anticipated event of Miss World 2025 came to an end with Opal Suchata being crowned at the beauty pageant. The event had 108 contestants, with Nandini Gupta representing India. Nandini came a long way, but despite her 100 per cent efforts, she couldn't make it to the top 8. Though Nandini couldn't get crowned, the internet is pouring all the love and appreciation for taking the nation to this level. Who is Nandini Gupta? India's contender at the finale, Nandini Gupta, won the Femina Miss India World 2023 title. She is 21 years old and comes from the city of Kota. Gupta holds a degree in Business Management. She completed her schooling from Saint Paul's Senior Secondary School in Mumbai and then went to Lala Lajpat Rai College to pursue her passion for business and leadership. In her family, Nandini's father is a farmer and her mother is a homemaker. Gupta is the eldest among her siblings and has a younger sister. 'I grew up playing in the fields of mustard, millets, and black chickpeas,' she told SheThePeople in an interview. In the same interview with Femina, Nandini revealed that apart from business management, she also dreamed of becoming Miss World. She said, 'As a 10-year-old, I always wanted to compete in Femina Miss India when I wanted the crown for its beauty. But as I grew old, I realised it is just much more than the crown; it's a journey that only a few get to experience. A platform that gives you wings to fly high. Femina Miss India is a place which makes an ordinary girl extraordinary, keeping her simplicity intact.' Needless to say, Nandini has proved herself to be an inspiration for many young women out there.
Indian Express
3 days ago
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- Indian Express
Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri crowned Miss World 2025 after grand finale in Hyderabad
Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri crowned Miss World 2025 after grand finale in Hyderabad. Ethiopia's Hasset Dereje Admassu declared Miss World 2025 runner-up. On May 31, 2025, the spotlight was firmly on Hyderabad as it hosted the grand finale of the 72nd Miss World Festival at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, with 108 participants from around the world. Representing India was Nandini Gupta, who had earlier won the title of Femina Miss India World 2023. She had already impressed many by winning the Top Model fast-track challenge, and she continued to win hearts with her charm and a strong sense of purpose. The event was co-hosted by Stephanie del Valle, a former Miss World, and Indian host Sachiin Kumbhar. Also making a special appearance was Manushi Chhillar, the former Miss World and Bollywood actor, who received a warm welcome from the Indian audience. The entire event was streamed live on SonyLiv for Indian audiences and also broadcast worldwide via Now in its 72nd year, the Miss World Organisation is one of the world's largest beauty platform, encouraging young women to lead with purpose and make a positive difference.
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Who Is Nandini Gupta? Meet India's Miss World 2025 Finalist Aiming For The Crown
Last Updated: Meet Nandini Gupta, India's Miss World 2025 finalist from Rajasthan. Learn about her background, achievements, and what makes her a top contender for the crown. As the world's gaze turns toward Hyderabad's HITEX Convention Centre on May 31 for the highly anticipated Miss World 2025 grand finale, India is rallying behind one name: Nandini Gupta. At just 21, the Kota-born beauty queen is poised to represent the country on the global stage—and perhaps bring home the crown once again, rekindling the nation's pride last felt when Manushi Chhillar clinched the title in 2017. Crowned Femina Miss India World 2023, Nandini has steadily risen from local pageants to the world's most prestigious beauty arena. With a background in business management and a flair for public speaking, she blends intellect, elegance, and empathy—hallmarks of the modern beauty queen. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nandiniii🕊 (@nandiniguptaa13) But Nandini is more than just a titleholder. She has walked for some of India's top fashion designers and made her presence felt at leading fashion weeks, yet she remains deeply grounded in purpose-driven work. Her commitment to causes such as cancer awareness, women's empowerment, and sustainable development has earned her recognition far beyond the runway. A dedicated advocate for environmental sustainability, Nandini has collaborated with the Rotary Club of India on green initiatives and continues to support India's handloom artisans. She was also a featured speaker at TEDxIITBombay, where she spoke about using influence as a tool for social change. Her rising impact in the digital space hasn't gone unnoticed either—she's been honoured by the Bhartiya Influencers Association for her advocacy and outreach. Now, as she prepares to take the Miss World stage in front of a global audience, Nandini Gupta stands not only as a contender for the crown but also as a symbol of India's evolving identity—one rooted in tradition, driven by purpose, and ready for the world. Whether she wins or not, her presence is already a win for representation, ambition, and the power of young Indian women on the global map. First Published:
India.com
3 days ago
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- India.com
From Mustard Fields To World Stage: Meet 21-Year-Old Nandini Gupta, A Farmer's Daughter Representing India At Miss World 2025 Today
photoDetails english 2908843 As India's representative at Miss World 2025, Nandini Gupta is vying for the prestigious 72nd crown today. Here's everything you need to know about Femina Miss India World 2023, who could bring the title back to India after Manushi Chhillar. Nandini has already secured a spot in the Top 40 out of 108 contestants. Updated:May 31, 2025, 02:01 PM IST Nandini's Humble Background 1 / 8 The 21-year-old hails from Kota, Rajasthan. Her father is a farmer, her mother is a homemaker, and she has a younger sister. 'Grew Up in Mustard Fields' 2 / 8 Describing her modest upbringing, Nandini said, 'I was born in a small village. My father is a farmer, my mother is a homemaker, and I have a younger sister. We also have a little Labrador, Banjo. I grew up playing in fields of mustard, millets, and black chickpeas.' Educational Background 3 / 8 The global beauty pageant contestant completed her schooling at Saint Paul's Senior Secondary School, Mala Road. She holds a degree in Business Management from Lala Lajpat Rai College, Mumbai. 'Always Wanted to Be Miss World' 4 / 8 The Indian contestant revealed she had always dreamt of representing India and becoming Miss World. 'As a 10-year-old, I always wanted to compete in Femina Miss India because I wanted the crown for its beauty. But as I grew older, I realized it's so much more than the crown; it's a journey that only a few get to experience. A platform that gives you wings to fly high. Femina Miss India is a place that makes an ordinary girl extraordinary, while keeping her simplicity intact,' she said. Acting Debut 5 / 8 Gupta made her on-screen debut with a cameo appearance in the 2024 film The Heist, which starred Femina Miss India 2019, Suman Rao. Ratan Tata and Priyanka Chopra: Her Inspirations 6 / 8 According to the Miss India Organisation, Ratan Tata remains a major inspiration in Nandini's life, while Priyanka Chopra is one of the beauty queens who influences her. Social Work 7 / 8 Upholding the beauty pageant's motto of 'Beauty with a Purpose', Nandini launched Project Ekta to bring lasting changes to the lives of people with special abilities. The project strives to foster respect and acceptance for individuals with special needs. Where to Watch and When? 8 / 8 The Grand Finale of Miss World 2025 will be broadcast live from the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad on May 31, 2025, at 6:30 PM IST. It will be available globally via national broadcasters in select countries and on the official Miss World pay-per-view platform, in HD.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Miss World 2025 finale today: Who is Miss India World Nandini Gupta?
Miss World 2025 finale is all set to take place at the HITEX Convention Centre in Hyderabad, Telangana. This year, Nandini Gupta, who won the Femina Miss India World 2023 title, will represent the country in the beauty pageant. Let's know all about the diva who might win the coveted crown for India after Manushi Chhillar won it last in 2017. Also Read | Miss World 2025 finale live stream time and date: When and where to watch Nandini Gupta won the 59th edition of the beauty pageant. She is 21 years old and hails from Kota, one of the biggest coaching hubs in the country for engineering and medical aspirants. The new Miss World India holds a Business Management degree. She studied at Saint Paul's Senior Secondary School, Mala Road, before pursuing a degree in business management from Lala Lajpat Rai College, Mumbai, a choice driven by her passion for business and leadership. A post shared by Nandiniii🕊 (@nandiniguptaa13) Her father is a farmer, her mother a homemaker, and she has a younger sister. 'I grew up playing in the fields of mustard, millets, and black chickpeas,' she told SheThePeople in an interview. From a young age, she dreamed of becoming Miss World. 'As a 10-year-old, I always wanted to compete in Femina Miss India when I wanted the Crown for its beauty. But as I grew old, I realised it is just much more than the crown; it's a journey that only a few get to experience. A platform that gives you wings to fly high. Femina Miss India is a place which makes an ordinary girl extraordinary, keeping her simplicity intact,' she told Femina. According to the Miss India organisation, Ratan Tata is the most influential person in Nandini's life. '[He] does everything for humanity and donates most of it to charity. Loved by Millions and always grounded,' she said in an interview. Additionally, Priyanka Chopra is a beauty queen who inspires her because of her innumerable achievements. The 72nd Miss World, 'featuring 108 contestants from across the globe', will conclude on May 31, 2025, in Hyderabad, Telangana. Krystyna Pyszková, the current Miss World winner from the Czech Republic, will crown her successor. In India, the event will be live-streamed by SonyLIV. The finale is scheduled for Saturday, 1 pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time Zone), which is Saturday, 6:30 pm IST (Indian Standard Time).
