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Hyderabad is gearing up to take center stage as it hosts the 72nd Miss World Grand Final at the HITEX Exhibition Centre on May 31, 2025. This is a monumental occasion for both Telangana and India! Kicking off with a month-long festival filled with culture, purpose, and glamour, the event will showcase 108 contestants from around the world competing for the prestigious crown in a spectacular celebration of beauty and unity.
Key Highlights:
- The Grand Final will be emceed by former Miss World Stephanie del Valle and Indian presenter Sachiin Kumbhar, featuring live performances from Bollywood sensations Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter.
- Actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood will be honored with the Miss World Humanitarian Award and will join the judging panel, which also includes Sudha Reddy (Global Ambassador for Beauty With a Purpose 2025) and Dr. Caryna Turrell (Miss England 2014).
- The reigning Miss World, Krystyna Pyszková, will pass on her crown to the next titleholder, with a special appearance by Manushi Chhillar (Miss World 2017).
- Nandini Gupta, Femina Miss India World 2023, will proudly represent India in the finale.
- Fans can catch the event live on SonyLIV in India and globally at www.watchmissworld.com, reaching viewers in over 120 countries.
- While over 7,000 people registered to attend, only 1,000 will be granted entry due to security and management protocols.
- The month-long festival has included heritage walks, cultural immersions, and social impact visits throughout Telangana, from the iconic Charminar to the stunning Ramappa Temple and Shilpakala Vedika.
- The finale will also feature a special segment that showcases Telangana’s rich culture and tourism, aiming to enhance the state’s image on the global stage.
- Despite some controversies, including claims from Miss England Milla Magee and discussions about public spending, organizers and the Telangana government have firmly denied any wrongdoing, highlighting the event’s positive contributions.
- With tight security in place, the camaraderie among contestants backstage embodies the spirit of global sisterhood and cultural exchange.
As the world tunes in, Telangana is hopeful that the grandeur and excitement of this event will leave a lasting impression.
Source:
The Hans India, Siasat, NewsOnAir, Telangana Tourism, Hindustan Times, Telugu360, India TV News, The New Indian Express, The Hindu Business Line
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