The global spotlight turns to Telangana, as the 72nd Miss World festival reaches its highly anticipated spectacular final on May 31 at 6.30 pm at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Madhapur here. After a month of purpose-driven activities, cultural immersion, and inspiring challenges across Telangana, as many as 108 contestants from around the world will compete for the Miss World crown in a spectacular celebration of beauty, purpose, and unity.
The final will be hosted by Stephanie del Valle (Miss World 2016) alongside acclaimed Indian presenter Sachiin Kumbhar, with live performances by Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter. Renowned humanitarian and actor Sonu Sood will receive the prestigious Miss World Humanitarian award. He will also be a judge. Another judge is Sudha Reddy, who graciously hosted the Beauty With a Purpose Gala Dinner.
Also joining the judging panel is Dr Caryna Turrell, Miss England 2014, a public health physician, philanthropist, investor, and Fellow at the University of Cambridge. Julia Morley CBE, Chairwoman of Miss World, will head the jury and announce the winner of the 72nd Miss World.