Bangkok, November 21: India’s Manika Vishwakarma has officially entered the Top 30 at the 74th Miss Universe 2025 pageant being held in Thailand, securing a strong early position in one of the most prestigious global competitions.
The 22-year-old from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, earned the right to represent India after being crowned Miss Universe India 2025 at a national ceremony in Jaipur on August 18. Her selection marked a major milestone in her career, and her impressive performance in the preliminary rounds has now placed her among the top contenders on the world stage.
Impressive Preliminary Performance
According to pageant sources and media reports from Bangkok, Manika delivered a standout showing in:
- Swimsuit and Evening Gown rounds
- National Costume segment
- Closed-door jury interview
- Stage presence and confidence scoring
Judges praised her poise, articulate answers, and strong stage command. Fan engagement on social platforms also surged, with Manika emerging as one of the audience favourites ahead of the semi-final announcement.
India’s Miss Universe Legacy
Manika now carries forward India’s rich legacy at Miss Universe, marked by three iconic victories:
- Sushmita Sen (1994)
- Lara Dutta (2000)
- Harnaaz Sandhu (2021)
Her advancement into the Top 30 has reignited expectations that India may once again secure a deep placement in the competition.
What Comes Next
Now that the Top 30 has been confirmed, contestants will move to the next stage, which includes:
- Top 20 selection
- Evening Gown and Swimwear stage rounds
- Final interview and Q&A segments
With strong early scores, Manika is being closely watched by global pageant analysts as a possible Top 10 and even Top 5 contender.
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