The City of Pearls just sparked a whole lot brighter as it rolled out the royal blue carpet for the grand opening of Miss World 2025. The ceremony was a jaw-dropping fusion of Indian heritage and international glam. It wasn’t just sequins doing the heavy lifting – Hyderabad brought out the big guns – culture, couture, and charisma on full blast.
With more than 120 contestants representing every corner of the globe and every contour of the catwalk, the evening kicked off with a cultural showcase that had everything from traditional Indian classical performances to Afrobeat fusion and flamenco twirls. Miss Mexico was spotted grooving to Bollywood beats, while Miss Philippines wowed the crowd with some unexpectedly impressive dandiya moves. Cross-cultural, cross-cute, and completely captivating.
Hosts With the Most Sparkle
The hosts for the night were charming, cheeky, and just the right amount of over-the-top. Think of red-carpet sass with a side of stand-up comedy – there were tiara puns and diplomatic nods. Miss World has always been about grace under pressure, and that applied to the hosts keeping it together while balancing killer heels and tongue-twisting country names.
India Goes Full Royalty
From a majestic Bharatanatyam-meets-Broadway intro act to a laser-lit history reel of India’s royal dynasties, the crowd was soaking in tradition with a high-voltage twist.
Manish Malhotra, Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla, and Falguni Shane Peacock clearly had their ‘go big or go home’ mood boards in sync. Embellished lehengas, feathered sarees, and couture capes flew across the stage like it was a Game of Thrones final.
Why Hyderabad?
Miss World setting up shop in Hyderabad isn’t just about glitz – it’s about global meets local. The city, known for its biryanis and Nawabi vibes, is fast becoming a cultural capital, and this event just cemented its status as the place where elegance and edge collide. The contestants will spend the next few weeks exploring India’s rich heritage, engaging in social impact projects, and most likely battling jet lag with masala chai.
The Road Ahead
With events lined up across India – from charity initiatives to runway showcases – Miss World 2025 is shaping up to be more than just a pageant. It’s a movement of beauty with purpose, a parade of culture with conscience, and a worldwide glam fest that somehow still manages to be heartwarming.
So, buckle up, beauty buffs. The crown chase has officially begun—and Hyderabad just set the stage on royal fire.
(Contributed by Wajeeha Syed)