Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 23: The ongoing 72nd Miss World Festival in Telangana has revealed the 20 finalists for the highly anticipated Head-to-Head Challenge, following powerful presentations during the preliminary rounds.
As per the official release from the Information & Public Relations (I&PR) Department of Telangana, the challenge showcased 107 contestants from around the globe delivering compelling speeches on personal and social issues close to their hearts. The event, held amidst the cultural backdrop of India’s youngest state, reflected the participants’ unwavering dedication to meaningful causes.
The finalists, selected for their clarity of thought, conviction, and advocacy impact, will compete in the final round of the challenge later today, Friday, in Telangana.
🌍 Finalists of the Head-to-Head Challenge:
Europe Region:
- Spain – Corina Mrazek
- Wales – Millie-Mae Adams
- France – Agathe Cauet
- Germany – Silvia Dorre Sanchez
- Ireland – Jasmine Gerhardt
Americas & Caribbean Region:
- Brazil – Jessica Pedroso
- Suriname – Chenella Rozendaal
- Cayman Islands – Jada Ramoon
- Guyana – Zalika Samuels
- Trinidad and Tobago – Anna-Lise Nanton
Asia & Oceania Region:
- Sri Lanka – Anudi Gunasekara
- Thailand – Opal Suchata Chuangsri
- Turkiye – Idil Bilgen
- Lebanon – Nada Koussa
- Japan – Kiana Tomita
Africa Region:
- South Africa – Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg
- Namibia – Selma Carlicia Kamanya
- Somalia – Zainab Jama
- Uganda – Natasha Nyonyozi
- Zambia – Faith Bwalya
🗣 Julia Morley Applauds the Finalists
Julia Morley CBE, Chair and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, lauded the participants, stating:
“Their voices resonated with truth, courage, and inspiration… They have not only spoken—they have been heard, and their words are helping shape a more compassionate, inclusive, and thoughtful world.”
The grand finale of Miss World 2025 is scheduled for May 31, also to be held in Telangana, where the global pageant will culminate in a celebration of beauty, intellect, and purpose.