Who will wear the crown?

The Grand Finale of the 72nd Miss World pageant is set to dazzle at the HITEX Exhibition Centre on Saturday evening.

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After about a month of vibrant events, including exploration of tourist destinations in Telangana, cultural immersion and purpose-driven activities, 108 contestants from around the world would vie for the coveted Miss World crown in a spectacular celebration of beauty, purpose and unity.

The grand finale would be hosted by Stephanie del Valle (Miss World 2016) alongside Indian presenter Sachiin Kumbhar. Bollywood stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter will perform.

The panel of judges includes actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood, who is set to receive the Miss World Humanitarian Award.

He will be joined by Sudha Reddy, who recently hosted the ‘Beauty With a Purpose Gala Dinner’ and Caryna Turrell, Miss England 2014, a public health physician, philanthropist, investor and Fellow at the University of Cambridge.

Presiding over the jury and announcing the winner would be Julia Morley CBE, Chairwoman of Miss World.

Manushi Chhillar, Miss World 2017 and Bollywood actress, will also make an appearance. As per the Miss World Selection format, the 108 contestants would first be presented to the world, setting the stage for an exciting competition.

The grand finale will conclude with the crowning of the new Miss World by the reigning titleholder, Krystyna Pyszková, the 71st Miss World, who was crowned last year in Mumbai.