Miss Universe India 2025: The stage is set, the lights are up, and the excitement is at its peak. Miss Universe India 2025 is set to be held on August 18, 2025, in Jaipur, Rajasthan. This will be the second edition of the pageant, and it promises more glamour, talent, and diversity than ever before.
The show is being jointly organized by Miss Universe India’s parent organization, Glamanand Group, and Mumbai-based media company K Sera Sera Box Office. The winner of the pageant will take home the crown of current title holder Riya Singha. She will pass on the crown to her successor, who will represent India at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand this November.
A New Era for Miss Universe India
Miss Universe India 2025 is not just about choosing one winner. For the first time, the pageant will also crown multiple international winners. Along with Miss Universe India, winners of Miss International India, Miss Charm India, Miss Tourism India, and Miss Global India will also be chosen. Except for Miss Global, all the winners will represent India at their respective world pageants this year.
This bold move makes the pageant even more meaningful for the participants, as more young women will get a chance to represent India on the global stage.
The Top 20 Finalists of Miss Universe India 2025
The competition has been fierce. From hundreds of applications, only a few have made it to the top. These contestants stood out in different rounds like speech, ramp walk, fitness, talent, and evening gown. Here is the full list of top finalists representing states and territories across India:
Top 11 Finalists
- Amishi Kaushik (Haryana)
- Manika Vishwakarma (Rajasthan)
- Mehak Dhingra (Delhi)
- Ojasvi Sharma (Delhi)
- Riddhi Kumar (Maharashtra)
- Riya Tirkey (Jharkhand)
- Roosh Sindhu (Gujarat)
- Sarangthem Nirupama (Manipur) – Voted into Top 20 by Miss Popular Award
- Tanya Sharma (Uttar Pradesh)
- Vaamshi Uday (Karnataka) – Winner of Beauty with a Purpose Award
- Wachi Pareek (Chhattisgarh)
Top 20 Contestants
- Aiswarya Sreenivasan (Kerala)
- Asmita Chowdhury (Gujarat)
- Evelyn Zachhingpuii (Mizoram)
- Kaamaakshee Aathreya (Tamil Nadu)
- Radhika Singhal (Uttarakhand)
- Ravitanaya Sharma (Punjab)
- Rizul Singh (Himachal Pradesh)
- Samiksha Singh (Delhi)
- Smiti Chhabra (Delhi)
Each of these contestants has already won their state-level competitions or auditions, proving their talent and confidence.
Special Awards and Sub-Contests
Before the final show, several sub-contests were held to test different aspects of personality and performance. Saanvi Sharma won the Best in Speech award and was also named Beauty with Brains. Other titles included:
- Best Hair and Makeup – Ojasvi Sharma
- Best in Evening Gown – Tanya Sharma
- Best in Fitness – Tasneem Raza
- Best in Rampwalk – Riya Tirkey
- Best in Swimsuit – Mehak Dhingra
- Best in Talent – Anushka Ghosh
- Best National Costume – Himanshi Singh, Kaamaakshee Aathreya, and Roosh Sindhu
These sub-awards show that the pageant is not just about beauty. It celebrates speaking skills, fashion, fitness, and cultural representation.
A Journey of Highs and Lows
The journey to the finals has not been easy. Some contestants withdrew from the competition due to personal and professional reasons. NRI finalists like Ghazal Gill and Manju Bangalore could not proceed further. Other contestants, like Andlib Zaidi Merchant and Marushka Sahibo, cited problems related to contracts and online bullying.
Despite these challenges, the excitement of the competition remains strong. The finalists are determined to showcase the best of India’s talent on an international platform.
What’s Next?
This year the selection committee includes top names like Ashley Rebello (fashion designer), Urvashi Rautela (Miss Universe India 2015), and Farhad Samji (Bollywood director). Their expertise will guide the judging process.
On 18 August 2025, India will meet its new beauty ambassador. The winner will carry forward the legacy of Riya Singha and prepare to shine at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.
Conclusion: Miss Universe India 2025
Miss Universe India 2025 is not just a pageant. It is a celebration of culture, fashion, intelligence and femininity. Contestants from every corner of the country bring their own stories, traditions and dreams.
The event in Jaipur will not only crown a queen but will also inspire many young women across the country. As we wait for the big night, all eyes are on these finalists—all of whom are set to make history.
