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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Hyderabad pageant: Thailand's Chuangsri crowned Miss World
Miss Thailand Opal Suchata Chuangsri was crowned Miss World 2025 at the 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant at the Grand Finale held at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad on Saturday night. Chuangsri was crowned by Miss World 2024 Krystyna Pyszková, in the presence of Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy and state tourism minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy at a glittering ceremony. While Ethiopia's Hasset Dereje emerged first runner-up, Maja Klajda from Poland won the second runner-up title. Martinique's Aurlie Joachim made it to the top four. The judging panel for the 72nd Miss World pageant included actor Sonu Sood, who also received the Miss World Humanitarian Award. The jury was headed by Julia Morley CBE, Chairwoman of Miss World. Sudha Reddy, the 2025 Global Ambassador for Beauty With a Purpose, also served as a judge. Dr Caryna Turrell, Miss England 2014 and a public health physician from the University of Cambridge, was also on the panel. Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar, actors Rana Daggubati and Namrata Shirodkar were also present at the event. Popular Tollywood actor Chiranjeevi and other celebrities too attended the Miss World 2025 finale event. According to an official statement, the final round of the contest was marked by a round of questions by the panel of judges. Actor Sonu Sood asked Miss Thailand Opal Suchata Chuangsri what the journey taught her about storytelling and personal responsibility. 'I've learned we must become people our loved ones look up to,' she said. 'No matter how far we go, our actions should always speak louder.' This is the second consecutive year that India turned host for the Miss World pageant. The 71st edition of the pageant was held in Mumbai, where Krystyna Pyszkova of the Czech Republic was crowned Miss World. This year, 108 contestants from around the world participated in the coveted beauty pageant. India was represented by model Nandini Gupta. She made it to the top 20 in the run for the Miss World 2025 title. The 72nd Miss World finale was hosted by Stephanie del Valle (Miss World 2016), who was dressed in a traditional Indian lehenga for the event, alongside Sachiin Kumbhar. The grand event also witnessed performances by Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter. The top contestants had advanced through a series of fast-track events such as the Head-to-Head Challenge, Top Model, Beauty with a Purpose, Talent, Sports, and Multimedia, before being narrowed down to 40 quarterfinalists, then a Top 10 in each continental group, followed by the Top 5, Top 2, and finally, one crowned winner. Each continental group produced a winner after a rapid-fire 45-second round where they were asked why they deserved the crown. The continental queens were Miss Martinique (Americas and Caribbean), Miss Ethiopia (Africa), Miss Poland (Europe), and Miss Thailand (Asia and Oceania). Earlier in the evening, the top 10 contestants were selected from each region. For Asia and Oceania, this included India, Indonesia, Thailand and others. From Africa, finalists hailed from nations, including Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Namibia. Europe saw strong contenders from Ireland, Italy and Poland, while the Americas and Caribbean featured candidates from Argentina, Martinique and the United States, among others. The winner of the prestigious 'Beauty with a Purpose' round was Miss Indonesia Monica Kezia Sembiring, who impressed with her project 'Pipeline for Lifeline,' aimed at improving access to clean water and sanitation in underserved communities.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Stage set for Miss World pageant in Hyderabad, 108 contestants from around globe to compete today
The stage is set for the grand finale of the 72nd Miss World pageant at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad on Saturday evening, the organisers said in a statement on Friday. After a month of purpose-driven activities, cultural immersion, and inspiring challenges across Telangana, as many as 108 contestants from around the world will compete for the crown of 'Miss World' in a spectacular celebration of beauty, purpose, and unity, the organisers added. The grand finale will be hosted by Puerto Rican musician and model Stephanie del Valle Diaz (Miss World 2016) alongside acclaimed Indian presenter Sachin Kumbhar. Adding to the glamour, Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter are slated to deliver captivating performances. Renowned Bollywood actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood will receive the prestigious Miss World Humanitarian Award. He will also act as a judge. Another judge will be businesswoman and global ambassador for Beauty With a Purpose 2025 Sudha Reddy, who graciously hosted the 'Beauty With a Purpose' event earlier. 'Also joining the judging panel is Dr Carina Tyrrell, Miss United Kingdom 2014, a public health physician, philanthropist, investor, and Fellow at the University of Cambridge. Julia Morley CBE, chairwoman of Miss World, will be heading the jury and announce the winner of the 72nd Miss World,' the statement said, adding that Manushi Chhillar, Miss World 2017 and Bollywood actress, will be the special guest. As per the Miss World Selection format, the 108 contestants will first be presented to the world, setting the stage for an exciting competition. From there, 10 semi-finalists from each continental region (Americas and Caribbean, Africa, Europe, Asia and Oceania) will advance to the next level. From 10 semi-finalists in each continent, the group will be narrowed down to a Top 5, then to Top 2, and finally to 4 continental winners, who will answer a final question before the new Miss World is elected. The Grand Finale will conclude with the crowning of the new Miss World by the reigning titleholder, Krystyna Pyszková, the 71st Miss World, who was crowned last year in Mumbai, the statement added.
Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Stage set for glittering Miss World 2025 Grand Finale in Hyderabad on May 31
The panel of judges includes actor and renowned humanitarian Sonu Sood, who will receive the prestigious Miss World Humanitarian Award.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
A new crown awaits: Miss World 2025 to conclude with glittering finale in Hyderabad
After a month-long journey through Telangana's rich culture, heritage, and a series of competitions featuring 108 beauty queens from around the globe, Miss World 2025 will culminate in a grand finale on Saturday, May 31. The much-anticipated event will take place at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad. The grand finale promises glamour and purpose, combining dazzling performances, inspiring stories, and a fierce competition for the coveted Miss World crown. Stephanie del Valle, Miss World 2016, and popular Indian host Sachiin Kumbhar will anchor the evening, which will feature live acts by Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter, informed a Miss World representative. Actor Sonu Sood will be honoured with the Miss World Humanitarian Award. He will also serve on the panel of judges, which includes philanthropist Sudha Reddy, who hosted the Beauty With a Purpose Gala Dinner, and Dr. Caryna Turrell, Miss England 2014. Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Organisation, will preside over the jury and announce the winner. Adding to the star-studded affair, Miss World 2017 and Bollywood actress Manushi Chhillar will make a special appearance. The event will be streamed live on SonyLiv in India, broadcast on national television in select countries, and made available globally on . A celebration of purpose and diversity The competition will follow a structured selection format. Contestants from the Americas and Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and Asia and Oceania will be presented to the global audience, from which 10 semifinalists from each group will advance to the quarterfinals, 40 in total. Several contestants have already secured their spots in the quarterfinals by winning fast-track challenges in categories such as Head to Head Challenge, Top Model, Beauty With a Purpose, Multimedia, Sports, and Talent. Among the fast-track winners are Nandini Gupta from India (Top Model), Millie-Mae Adams from Wales (winner of both Head to Head and Beauty With a Purpose), and Monica Kezia Sembiring from Indonesia (Talent and Beauty With a Purpose). From the pool of 40 quarterfinalists, the panel will narrow down the field to a Top 5, then a Top 2, followed by four continental winners. These finalists will face a final question before the new Miss World is crowned by the outgoing queen, Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic.
