Sonu Sood to be honoured with humanitarian award at 72nd Miss World pageant

Actor Sonu Sood will be honoured with a humanitarian award at the 72nd Miss World grand finale on May 31, officials said.

The award recognises Sood's commitment to social upliftment through his foundation, the Miss World Organisation announced at a press meet in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The actor said he would dedicate the award to the volunteers and supporters of the Sood Charity Foundation, as well as those whose lives have been touched by it.

"I'm also proud to announce that the Miss World Organisation and the Sood Charity Foundation have come together to collaborate on spreading awareness for a cancer-free world. This shared commitment will help amplify the message and bring hope to millions across the globe," he added.

Sood will also serve as one of the official judges of the Miss World finale, which will crown the next Miss World.

Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of the Miss World Organisation, said: "Sood's compassion, tireless dedication, and impact through the Sood Charity Foundation perfectly embody the spirit of ‘beauty with a purpose' — the motto of Miss World."

Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, Telangana Tourism Development Corporation Chairman Patel Ramesh Reddy, and Special Chief Secretary for Youth Advancement, Tourism, and Culture Jayesh Ranjan also attended the press meet.

Miss World India Nandini Gupta, who will represent India at the pageant, was also present.