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News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Miss World 2025: 24 Talent Finalists Announced, One Step Closer to the Crown
Last Updated: The Miss World 2025 Talent Competition finalists were announced on Wednesday, spotlighting 24 exceptional contestants set to showcase their artistic brilliance on May 23 The Miss World 2025 pageant reached a vibrant milestone on Wednesday as 24 finalists were announced for the prestigious Talent Competition—an event that consistently showcases the creativity, passion, and cultural heritage of young women from around the world. Selected after a series of compelling auditions and a highly competitive second round, these finalists will return to the spotlight on May 23, ready to enchant audiences with their artistic prowess. According to the organisers, nearly 100 contestants from across the globe delivered unforgettable performances that ranged from classical music and soulful singing to expressive dance and traditional cultural art forms, making this year's talent showcase one of the most dynamic in recent memory. After a meticulous judging process, the finalists hail from a wide array of countries: United States, Poland, Nigeria, Philippines, Malta, Italy, Indonesia, Trinidad and Tobago, Estonia, Germany, Brazil, Cayman Islands, Netherlands, Wales, Czech Republic, Jamaica, Argentina, Ireland, Australia, India, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia, Cameroon, and Kenya. These 24 extraordinary women will now compete in the Talent Challenge Final—an anticipated highlight of the pageant—with the winner earning a coveted fast-track spot into the Top 10 of her continental group, bringing her one step closer to the Miss World crown. 'This group of finalists embodies not just artistic excellence but the cultural vibrancy and resilience of their home countries," said Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation. 'Their performances are a tribute to global diversity and the power of individual expression." As the world turns its gaze toward the upcoming Talent finals, Miss World 2025 continues to be more than a beauty pageant—it is a celebration of global unity, artistic excellence, and the shared heritage of humanity. First Published: May 22, 2025, 08:56 IST
Filipino Times
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Krishnah Gravidez makes it to Miss World talent finals
Philippine bet Krishnah Gravidez is a finalist in the Miss World 2025 Talent Competition, the organization announced on Wednesday, May 21. Gravidez will take the stage on May 23 for a chance to earn a spot in the quarterfinals or break into the Top 10 in the Asia & Oceania region. The talent segment is one of Miss World's 'fast-track' events, alongside the sports challenge and Beauty with a Purpose. Winners of these events automatically move forward in the competition, bypassing the standard elimination process. This comes as all 108 contestants continue to compete for a slot in the overall Top 40 quarterfinalists, with only 10 queens from each of the four regions—Asia & Oceania, Africa, Americas & the Caribbean, and Europe—advancing. Gravidez also stood out during the Head-to-Head Challenge on Wednesday, where she appeared in a sleek white Mark Bumgarner ensemble. The segment allows candidates to deliver powerful speeches on their advocacies, forming part of the pageant's preliminary rounds. She is aiming to secure the Philippines' second Miss World crown, following Megan Young's historic win in 2013. The coronation night for the 72nd edition of Miss World will be held on May 31 in India.
