Celebrating Beauty, Purpose, and Empowerment on a Global Stage
In a stunning grand finale held at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri won Miss World 2025, marking a historic moment in the 72nd edition of the iconic pageant. This win came after a month-long journey filled with cultural exploration, social advocacy, and personal transformation in Telangana, India.
She received the crown from Miss World 2024, Krystyna Pyszková, which officially concluded weeks of competition and celebration.
A Journey of Culture and Competition
The event was co-hosted by former Miss World 2016 Stephanie Del Valle and popular Indian presenter Sachiin Kumbhar. Throughout the month, 108 contestants from around the world competed in various fast-track events. These included the Head-to-Head Challenge, Top Model, Beauty with a Purpose, Talent, Sports, and Multimedia. 
As the competition progressed, judges carefully narrowed the field to 40 quarterfinalists. From there, they selected the Top 10 in each continental group, then the Top 5, the Top 2, and finally, the global winner.
Deep Conversations on Global Issues
Moreover, the finale wasn’t just about beauty—it was about intelligence and impact. Finalists answered thought-provoking questions from a panel of respected judges:
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Miss Martinique, when asked by Miss World 2017 Manushi Chhillar about leadership in the age of misinformation, emphasized the need to verify facts and make thoughtful decisions.
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Miss Ethiopia responded to actor Rana Daggubati’s question on beauty pageant stereotypes by stating, “Miss World is more than beauty. It’s about purpose.”
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Miss Poland, when asked about her experiences in Telangana, shared how the hospitality helped her overcome shyness, making the journey deeply personal.
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Miss Thailand, responding to actor Sonu Sood, reflected on the importance of storytelling and said, “We must become people our loved ones look up to.”
Continental Winners Take the Spotlight
Each continent had its own mini-finale through a rapid 45-second round. The winners were:
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Miss Martinique (Americas & Caribbean)
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Miss Ethiopia (Africa)
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Miss Poland (Europe)
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Miss Thailand (Asia & Oceania)
Prior to that, the top contestants included representatives from India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Namibia, Ireland, Italy, Argentina, the U.S., and more.
Beauty With a Purpose: The Heart of the Pageant
Miss Indonesia, Monica Kezia Sembiring, stood out by winning the prestigious Beauty with a Purpose award. Her project, Pipeline for Lifeline, focuses on improving access to clean water and sanitation in underserved communities.
Electrifying Performances and Heartfelt Honors
The night was also filled with entertainment. Bollywood actors Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter performed a high-energy dance number, adding glamour to the occasion.
In a touching moment, actor Sonu Sood received the Miss World Humanitarian Award, presented by Rana Daggubati, for his philanthropic efforts.
The Judging Panel That Shaped the Outcome
The esteemed panel of judges included:
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Dr. Carina Tyrell (public health expert, Miss England 2014)
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Philanthropist Sudha Reddy
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Actor-producer Rana Daggubati
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Telangana Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan
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Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar
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Former Miss India Namrata Shirodkar
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Actor-humanitarian Sonu Sood
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Stage Director Donna Walsh
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Miss World Chairperson Julia Morley
Their insight and experience helped guide the event to a meaningful conclusion.
Lighting the Way Forward
As Manushi Chhillar aptly stated, “Isn’t it better to light one candle in the dark than not to see at all?” These contestants were not merely faces on a stage—they were voices for change, representing purpose-driven leadership on a global scale.
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