Miss Universe 2025: Manika Vishwakarma’s 10 glamorous moments in desi sarees you shouldn’t miss
Miss Universe 2025: Manika Vishwakarma may not have made it to the top 12 at Miss Universe 2025, but she truly stole the spotlight with some of her glamorous desi sarees that you shouldn’t miss.
Manika Vishwakarma’s top saree moments Manika Vishwakarma made an impression at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, sporting both glamorous gowns and a daring swimsuit with equal ease and poise. However, what really makes her stand out is the desi drape. She has often been spotted wearing one, and here are her top 10 saree moments you shouldn’t miss (Images: Instagram)
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Beauty in a teal saree Manika looks breathtaking in this teal saree draped elegantly around her frame, paired with a matching blouse. Its beauty lies in the intricate traditional embroidery. Her styling with sparkling jewellery, including earrings, a necklace, and bangles, enhances the look.
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Stealing hearts in red Red is a classic, timeless hue that shines on Manika. Her saree is a stunning example of how a drape can shine with all its simplicity. The golden border and bootis make the six-yard look even more glamorous. Her look has been accessorised beautifully with a trendy choker.
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Sheer elegance in blush pink Miss India 2025 looks charming in the soft, blush pink number. Her drape is sheer, modern, and features delicate tonal embroidery. It’s hard not to notice the glow on her face. This saree has been styled minimally for her beauty to shine.
Glam golds and reds Manika looks glamorous as ever in this red drape, which stands out for its glamorous gold-bronze work. While the saree is stylish, the blouse adds extra glitter and charm with its modern design. Manika’s tiered jhumkas and choker are breathtaking too.
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South Indian style She rightly captioned this one as, “Living my South Indian dream.” Manika looks elegant in the traditional red saree tied beautifully together with statement pieces of jewellery. The drape, the kamarbandh, and her flawless makeup leave a lasting impression.
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Bandhani saree Manika looks stunning in a maroon Bandhani saree adorned with a gotta-patti border. While her saree is a traditional affair, her blouse has been styled in a contemporary fashion. Her gold-toned jewellery makes a statement of its own.
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Indian avatar At the global event, Manika proudly represented the country in Indian ensembles like this beautifully embroidered jacket and metallic skirt, paired with a choli and dupatta. The Indian silhouettes and jewellery truly made her stand out.
Pink, poise, and perfection Manika takes pride in her Indian roots, and here she is perfection in an elegant pink lehenga choli, looking nothing short of a true queen. Her poise in the beautifully shaded number is unparalleled.
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Floral fantasy She looks quite the floral fantasy in this modern Indian ensemble. The bold print has been used effectively in the crop top, flared pants, and jacket, making her look striking and bold. Her outfit has been styled with a choker and earrings, both complementing the fit beautifully.
Gursimran Kaur Banga is a Delhi-based content creator, editor and storyteller.
