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18-05-2025
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Miss World 2025 Contestants Embrace Telangana's Spiritual and Textile Heritage at Yadadri Temple
Last Updated: Miss World 2025 contestants immersed themselves in Telangana's spiritual and textile heritage with a traditional visit to the Yadadri Temple. As the 72nd Miss World pageant nears its grand finale on May 31 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Telangana, the contestants were treated to a deeply immersive cultural experience in the host state. In a stunning blend of fashion, tradition, and spirituality, the beauty queens made a memorable visit to the revered Yadadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, located approximately 65 km from Hyderabad. Draped in exquisite Narayanpet and Gadwal handloom lehengas by Indian fashion label myRiti, the contestants embraced the traditional aesthetic with poise and grace. Their vibrant ensembles—complete with gajras, bindis, mang tikkas, and colorful bangles—reflected not only sartorial elegance but also paid tribute to Telangana's rich textile legacy. The temple, dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the fierce and protective fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, offered a serene and spiritually charged setting for the cultural exchange. Upon arrival, the participants took part in the Deeparadhana, a sacred lamp-lighting ritual, followed by a guided tour of the temple complex. The cultural immersion didn't end there. The beauty ambassadors witnessed a captivating Bharatanatyam performance, engaged in darshan and pooja rituals, and received a handcrafted idol of Lord Narasimha as a memento—symbolizing blessings and goodwill from the land they were representing during their pageant journey. Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, expressed her appreciation for the experience, saying, 'The visit to Yadadri offered our contestants a unique window into India's spiritual essence. Engaging with such traditions fosters deeper cultural empathy and global awareness." Miss World Contestants at a Temple in Hyderabad seeking blessings , getting to know about our rich culture & traditions❤️ — Viक़as (@VlKAS_PR0NAM0) May 17, 2025 This temple visit formed part of the Miss World Organisation's continued efforts to promote cultural diversity, respect for heritage, and meaningful global representation. With the grand finale approaching, the pageant's celebration of India's vibrant cultural landscape has added a distinctive and unforgettable dimension to the journey of this year's contestants.
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Miss World contestants visit sacred Telangana temple dressed in traditional lehenga, bindi and gajra. Watch
The 72nd Miss World pageant is all set to conclude on May 31, with its grand finale set to be held at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Telangana, where Miss World 2025 will be crowned. Telangana is hosting Miss World this year. As part of the event's cultural itinerary, the beauty pageant contestants visited a temple in Telangana to experience the state's rich cultural heritage. ALSO READ: India's Nandini Gupta stuns at Miss World 2025 opening ceremony in traditional masterpiece that took 3 years to create The Miss World contestants, clad in traditional Indian lehengas, visited the Yadadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, which is 65 km away from Hyderabad. The deity of the temple is Lord Narasimha, the fourth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The beauty queens were dressed by the label myRiti, all in vibrant Narayanpet handloom and Gadwal lehengas. The traditional dresses also pay homage to Telangana's rich textile heritage. For accessories, they were adorned with gajras, bindis, mang tika, and bangles, ticking off all the boxes of a complete, traditional Indian look from head to toe. A post shared by Miss World (@missworld) The contestants were treated to a holistic cultural experience at the temple. Upon arrival, they participated in a traditional Deeparadhana ceremony, an auspicious lamp-lighting ritual. Afterwards, they were given a tour of the temple's holy grounds. It was a complete cultural engagement, as the contestants watched a live Bharatanatyam performance and also took part in a darshan and pooja ceremony. Each contestant was presented with an idol of Lord Narasimha as a token of the visit. Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, commented, 'The visit to Yadadri gave our contestants a glimpse into India's spiritual heritage. Engaging with local traditions broadens their cultural understanding.' This visit to Yadadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple was a part of Miss World's ongoing efforts to celebrate cultural diversity and appreciation.
