Miss World 2025 contestants buying bangles and pearls during heritage walk in Hyderabad on Tuesday (May 13, 2025).
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The historic Charminar, usually buzzing with tourists and traders, took on a different avatar on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) evening. Around 4 p.m., the monument stood unusually silent, its premises secured by the city police and elite OCTOPUS commandos, as it prepared to welcome a glamorous entourage.
Miss World 2025 contestants pose for a photograph with iconic Charminar in the background, in Hyderabad on Tuesday (May 13, 2025)
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NAGARA GOPAL
A total of 109 contestants from across the world, participating in the Miss World 2025 pageant, arrived in designated buses and were greeted with the rhythmic beats of traditional Marfa band. A red carpet was rolled out and a temporary stage with a flag post was set up at the kaman (arch), setting the tone for the regal reception. All 109 contestants stood on stage, posing for a photo-op as the Marfa music played in the background.
Fusion of Hyderabad’s historic architecture global pageantry
Divided into four continental groups: Asia and Oceania, Europe, Caribbean and Americas, and Africa, the contestants gathered at the centre of the Charminar for a group photograph, marking a rare fusion of global pageantry and historic architecture. The visit continued with a curated heritage walk through the bustling Laad Bazar. Several contestants were seen admiring and purchasing Hyderabad’s iconic pearls and bangles, adding a sparkle of cultural exchange to their itinerary.
The delegation then proceeded to the Chowmahalla Palace, where they were welcomed with a lineup of cultural performances, offering them a glimpse into the region’s royal past and rich traditions.
Published – May 13, 2025 06:14 pm IST
