Miss World 2025: Global Pageant Returns to India as Nandini Gupta Represents the Nation

By World Now, Global Correspondent
Date: May 31, 2025

Hyderabad, India — The 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant is set to culminate in a grand finale today at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, India. This marks the third time India has hosted the prestigious event, with the previous occasions being in 1996 and 2024 .

A Global Celebration of Beauty and Purpose

This year’s pageant features 108 contestants from around the world, each vying for the coveted crown. The competition emphasizes not only beauty but also the contestants’ commitment to social causes, aligning with the pageant’s “Beauty with a Purpose” ethos. The event has included various fast-track challenges such as Top Model, Talent, Sports, and Multimedia, which have contributed to the selection of quarter-finalists .

India’s Contender: Nandini Gupta

Representing India is Nandini Gupta, a 21-year-old from Kota, Rajasthan. Crowned Femina Miss India World in 2023, Nandini holds a degree in Business Management from Lala Lajpat Rai College in Mumbai. She has expressed immense pride in representing her country on home soil and aims to bring the Miss World crown back to India, following Manushi Chhillar’s win in 2017 .

Nandini has already made a mark in the competition by winning the Top Model challenge for the Asia & Oceania region, showcasing her poise and elegance .

Event Details and Broadcast Information

The grand finale is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM IST (1:00 PM GMT) and will be streamed live on SonyLIV, allowing audiences worldwide to witness the crowning of the new Miss World .

The event will be hosted by Stephanie Del Valle and Sachin Kumbhar, with entertainment segments featuring Bollywood actors Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter .

A Platform for Cultural Exchange

Hosting Miss World 2025 has provided India with an opportunity to showcase its rich cultural heritage and hospitality. Contestants have participated in various events across Telangana, experiencing the region’s traditions and landmarks .

As the world tunes in to the grand finale, all eyes will be on Nandini Gupta and her fellow contestants, each embodying the spirit of grace, intelligence, and social commitment that defines Miss World.

For more information and live updates, visit the official Miss World website or follow their social media channels.

Miss World 2025: Global Pageant Returns to India as Nandini Gupta Represents the Nation