Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri Wins Miss World 2025
Opal Suchata Chuangsri from Thailand was crowned Miss World 2025 at the 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant, held on May 31, 2025, at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, Telangana. The coronation marked the conclusion of several weeks filled with cultural exchanges, competitions, and advocacy efforts.
Event Highlights and Participants
The grand finale, hosted by former Miss World 2016 Stephanie Del Valle and Indian television personality Sachiin Kumbhar, featured 108 contestants representing countries worldwide. Contestants advanced through a variety of fast-track events including the Head to Head Challenge, Top Model, Beauty with a Purpose, Talent, Sports, and Multimedia rounds.
The selection process narrowed competitors from 40 quarterfinalists to a Top 10 in each continental group, then to the Top 5, Top 2, and ultimately the winner.
Engaging Final Question Round
The finalists faced challenging questions from the judging panel, highlighting their intellect and social awareness. For example:
- Miss Martinique Aurélie Joachim discussed the importance of verifying information to combat misinformation.
- Miss Ethiopia Hasset Dereje Admassu emphasized Miss World's focus beyond physical beauty, highlighting its broader social purpose.
- Miss Poland Maja Klajda reflected on personal growth and the warmth of Telangana's hospitality.
- Miss Thailand Opal Suchata Chuangsri shared insights on storytelling and personal responsibility, underlining the importance of actions speaking louder than words.
Continental Queens and Regional Finalists
Each continental group selected a queen based on a rapid-fire round where contestants explained why they deserved the crown:
- Miss Martinique – Americas and Caribbean
- Miss Ethiopia – Africa
- Miss Poland – Europe
- Miss Thailand – Asia and Oceania
The Top 10 participants from each region included notable contenders from India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Ireland, Argentina, and more.
Beauty with a Purpose Winner
The prestigious Beauty with a Purpose award went to Miss Indonesia Monica Kezia Sembiring for her project Pipeline for Lifeline, focused on improving access to clean water and sanitation in underserved communities.
Exciting Performances and Awards
The evening also featured captivating performances, including a vibrant Bollywood dance by Jacqueline Fernandez and Ishaan Khatter. Actor Sonu Sood received the Miss World Humanitarian Award, presented by Rana Daggubati. Both also served as judges, alongside Sudha Reddy, Dr. Caryna Turrell, and Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of the Miss World Organisation.
Month-Long Celebrations in Telangana
The pageant was part of a month-long celebration in Telangana, which included cultural showcases, historical tours, and a platform promoting advocacy and empowerment globally.
As former Miss World Manushi Chhillar remarked, "These women are not here just to be admired; they are here to bring change."
