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The 72nd Miss World contestants had the amazing opportunity to experience the cinematic magic of Ramoji Film City, one of the most iconic theme parks in India. Spanning over 2,000 acres, the famous location is considered as the world’s largest film studio complex as recognized by the Guinness World Records. Over 100 stunning beauties vying to become the next Miss World were welcomed with a red carpet reception, featuring traditional Indian rituals such as aarti, tikka, and live music. They explored the film city's most legendary sets often seen in blockbuster movies, including the VIP Gate, Sitara and Tara Hotels, Angel Fountain, Hawa Mahal, Narthaki Garden, and the picturesque Palm Street. One of the major highlights of the tour was the visit to the Bahubali film set, where they witnessed grand designs and massive scale of one of India's greatest cinematic achievements. They also had a lavish dinner at the stunning Mughal Gardens and were mesmerized by breathtaking fireworks, ...

Miss World Estonia Eliise Randmaa has been announced as the gold winner of the 72nd Miss World Sports Challenge. The fast-track event was held on Saturday, May 17 at the iconic Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad, India. Eliise has now secured a Top 10 placement in her continental region and in the Top 40 among 108 contestants vying for this year's title. Miss World Martinique Aurélie Joachim and Miss World Canada Emma Morrrison were awarded the silver and bronze medals, respectively. Miss World Trinidad and Tobago Anna-Lise Nanton placed fourth. Before the challenge, the contestants were divided into four regional teams — Americas & Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and Asia & Oceania. A bleep test helped determined 32 outstanding qualifiers followed by different sports competitions including basketball, badminton, football, shuttle fitness runs, and sprint. The Miss World 2025 final and coronation show will be held on May 3 at the HITEX Exhibition Centr...

Former Miss International UK winner Harriotte Lane has been officially announced as Miss Grand United Kingdom 2025. The 24-year-old model and entrepreneur from Newcastle will represent the United Kingdom at Miss Grand International 2025 in Thailand this October. She succeeds last year's titleholder Amy Viranya Berry who made the Top 10 at Miss Grand International 2024 in Bangkok. The new Miss Grand United Kingdom is no stranger to pageantry. She placed fourth runner-up at Miss International 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. "Miss Grand United kingdom isn't just about representing my country, but using this voice to encourage others to challenge the barriers that society can put on us," Harriotte recently shared online. She continued: "As I was once told, I was too young to be a successful entrepreneur. Now, 5 and half years later with a business that has been awarded and recognised for making a difference in people's lives." "A platform and responsibility of t...

Shelby Howell, representing Bangor, was crowned Miss Maine USA 2025 during the state final held on Sunday, May 11 in Portland. The 24-year-old real estate agent succeeds last year's winner Anne Baldridge and will now proceed to represent Maine at Miss USA 2025. Mara Carpenter of Cumberland County was named first runner-up while Jordon Hudson of Hancock, Reykha Lindor of Old Town, and Hannah Trottier-Braun of Lewiston were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. No stranger to pageantry, the new Miss Maine USA is a former Miss Multiverse America and the grand winner of Miss CosmoWorld 2023 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She initiated the mission-driven nonprofit Single Parent Housing Foundation to help single parents in Maine find stability, support, and a path to homeownership. Apart from Shelby, Seacoast representative Jazmine Raine Werner clinched the title of Miss Maine Teen USA 2025 and will head to the Miss Teen USA 2025 pageant. Road to Miss USA and Miss Teen USA...

Former Miss Cosmo South Africa Lebohang Raputsoe, 26, from Vaal triangle, has been officially announced as Miss Supranational South Africa 2025. Bokang Montjane, a former Miss South Africa and now Miss Supranational South Africa national director, led the official announcement via eNCA news on Saturday, May 10. The new Miss Supranational South Africa was a finalist at Miss South Africa 2023 and competed during last year's inaugural edition of the Miss Cosmo pageant in Vietnam where she made the Top 21. She holds degrees in industrial psychology and labour relations management and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in human resources management. "We are extremely proud to have chosen a young woman who is kind, who has exceptional leadership qualities and one who has an inspirational story to share with our nation and ready to make a difference and change lives," said her national director. Lebohang will travel to Małopolska, Poland to represent her country at Miss S...

Miss World 2025, the 72nd Miss World, has officially commenced with the spectacular opening ceremony held on Saturday, May 10 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad, India. More than 100 stunning contestants from around the world proudly showcased the rich heritage of their countries in their traditional costumes. The Miss World organization shared, "Each vibrant outfit told a unique story, reflecting cultural pride and timeless traditions." "From intricate embroidery to bold colors and symbolic designs, the evening was a true celebration of unity in diversity—proving that beauty transcends borders." Last night's event also displayed the rich cultural heritage of the southern Indian state of Telangana with captivating performances of traditional folk and tribal dances like Perini, Kommu Koya, Lambada, and Oggu Dolu. One of the highlights of the show was the contestants singing the Miss World theme song "Light the Passion and Share the Dream" whi...

Miss World 2025, the 72nd Miss World competition has officially begun in Telengana, India with the arrival of over 100 contestants vying for the highly coveted title. The beauties were checked into their official residence hotel, the Trident Hotel Hyderabad, and have been rehearsing for the opening ceremony this coming Saturday, May 10 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. According to the Miss World organization, the upcoming ceremony "promises to be a vibrant display of traditional Telangana folk and tribal dance performances, beautifully choreographed in a parade-style theme that will highlight the rich cultural heritage of the region." Reigning Miss World Krystyna Pyszková has also arrived in Hyderabad to begin her final journey as Miss World. The Czech beauty will join this year's Miss World activities and soon crown her successor. Early favorites to watch out for are contestants from Australia, Brazil, Botswana, Colombia, Côte d'Ivoire, Czech Republic, Dominican Rep...

The Miss Czech Republic 2025 national final took place on Saturday, May 3 at the Forum Karlín in Prague. Ten finalists competed the crowns at stake. Linda Górecká clinched the title of Miss World Czech Republic 2025 and is expected to represent her country at the 73rd Miss World. The 21-year-old student from Dětmarovice was crowned by none other than the reigning Miss World and Czech Republic's very own Krystyna Pyszková. Reigning Miss Grand International Rachel Gupta from India was also present to crown the winner of Miss Grand Czech Republic 2025 Markéta Mörwicková. The new Miss Grand Czech Republic is a 20-year-old university student and model from Prague. She will head to Thailand to compete in Miss Grand International 2025 this October. In addition to its roster of international pageant licenses, the Miss Czech Republic organization has now acquired the right to send the next Czech representative to the Miss Earth pageant. Crowned Miss Earth Czech Republic 2025 is 21-year-o...

Firsta Yufi Amarta Putri was crowned Puteri Indonesia 2025 on Saturday, May 2 at the Plenary Hall of the Jakarta International Convention Center in Jakarta. A total of 45 contestants from across the country battled it out to win the national title but the 23-year-old representative of Jawa Timur (East Java) emerged as the top winner. The rest of the Top 4 were Melliza Xaviera Putri Yulian of Jakarta SCR 1, Salma Ranggita of Sumatera Selatan 1, and Rinanda Maharani of Kalimantan Timur. They were respectively crowned Puteri Indonesia Lingkungan, Puteri Indonesia Pariwisata, and Puteri Indonesia Pendidikan 2025. The Puteri Indonesia organization has yet to announce who among the Top 4 winners will compete in the next Miss Supranational, Miss Cosmo, Miss Charm and Miss International pageants. Last year's winners Harashta Haifa Zahra and Ketut Permata Juliastrid Sari made their country proud by respectively winning Miss Supranational and Miss Cosmo 2024. Aside from the two internation...

Miss Universe Philippines 2025, the sixth edition of the annual pageant has culminated last night at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Heavy favorite Maria Ahtisa Manalo, 27, from Candelaria, Quezon Province, bagged the crown among 66 contestants following a tough competition. She will compete in Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. The Philippines last won the Miss Universe crown in 2018 with Catriona Gray when the pageant was held in Bangkok, Thailand. This year, with another strong representation expected from the country, especially since it's being held in the same host location, the possibility of clinching the fifth crown seems quite achievable. Previous Filipina Miss Universe titleholders also include Pia Wurtzbach (2015), Margarita Moran (1973), and Gloria Diaz (1969). Ahtisa's victory in her third try was a testament of her perseverance and determination to follow her dream of becoming Miss Universe despite a few setbacks. Last night's competition was...