Global (Commonwealth Union)
The countdown has officially begun for the Miss World 2025 Grand Finale, scheduled for May 31 at the Hitex Convention Centre in Hyderabad. After a month-long celebration of beauty, purpose, and international sisterhood, the global pageant is set to crown a new ambassador for humanitarian causes. With 107 contestants from around the world, the 72nd edition of the competition has blended glamour with advocacy and tradition like never before.
This year’s event concludes the expansive Miss World Festival, hosted across Telangana, where participants engaged in cultural tours, charity visits, and intellectual challenges. The state’s rich heritage and inclusive ethos have provided an inspiring setting for the world’s most prestigious beauty event.
The Miss World competition began in 1951 in the United Kingdom as a traditional beauty pageant and quickly grew into an international spectacle. Despite facing criticisms, particularly from feminist movements in the 1960s and ’70s, the competition evolved by the late 20th century. The introduction of the “Beauty with a Purpose” initiative marked a turning point—shifting the focus from physical beauty to social impact.
In recent decades, the pageant has embraced empowerment and inclusivity, placing greater emphasis on women’s empowerment, leadership, and advocacy. At present, Miss World has established itself as an advocate for humanitarian work and diversity.
The Head-to-Head Challenge 2025 has been a standout feature in this year’s competition, where contestants have been required to present speeches on various social issues such as education, sustainability, and mental health.
For the final round, 20 competitors have been chosen based on their eloquence, sincerity, and commitment to advocacy.
The finalists represent four global regions—Europe, Americas & Caribbean, Asia and Oceania, and Africa.
| Miss World Finalists 2025 | |
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Europe |
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| Corina Mrazek | Spain |
| Millie-Mae Adams | Wales |
| Agatha Cauet | France |
| Silvia Dörre Sánchez | Germany |
| Jasmine Gerhardt | Ireland |
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Americas & Caribbean |
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| Jessica Pedroso | Brazil |
| Chenella Rozendaal | Suriname |
| Jada Ramoon | Cayman Islands |
| Zalika Samuels | Guyana |
| Anna-Lise Nanton | Trinidad and Tobago |
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Asia & Oceania |
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| Anudi Gunasekara | Sri Lanka |
| Opal Suchata Chuangsri | Thailand |
| Idil Bilgen | Turkiye |
| Nada Koussa | Lebanon |
| Africa | |
| Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg | South Africa |
| Selma Carlicia Kumanya | Namibia |
| Zainab Jama | Somalia |
| Natasha Nyonyozi | Uganda |
| Faith Bwalya | Zambia |
The concluding round is set to take place on the 31st, Saturday, where this year’s winner will be chosen based on their presentation of clarity, conviction, and dedication to social change.
Hyderabad has gained international recognition for hosting the Miss World 2025 finale. Its deep cultural history has made it an ideal location for a competition rooted in tradition and transformation. Telangana’s government and hospitality sectors have recognized their potential to promote cultural exchange and global awareness, and they have embraced the pageant, introducing the world to the region’s vibrant traditions.
The CEO of the Miss World Organization, Julia Morley, has also addressed the contestants, complimenting them on their passion and purpose. “Their voices resonated with truth, courage, and inspiration,” she stated, emphasizing how the contest has become a platform for global change.
The finals will follow a structure based on continents, ensuring fair representation. The event will display performances and traditional wear showcases, followed by the much-anticipated crowning moment where the new winner will be passed the crown by Miss World 2024, Krystyna Pyzková of the Czech Republic.
As preparations are being made for the Miss World selection, this year’s pageant signifies yet another step toward the evolution of the competition from a traditional beauty contest into a symbol of ambition, advocacy, and global unity.
