Miss Universe 2023

Major developments and dramatic events occurred this year that bear accounting. Here’s a list of 10 episodes that made the headlines.

Thailand's Anntonia Porsild, first runner-up of Miss World 2023, mentions Malala Yousafzai in final answer

Thailand’s Anntonia Porsild was declared the first runner-up while Moraya Wilson from Australia claimed the position of second runner-up. However, what impressed the audience the most was Porsild’s answer during the final round of questions.

Nicaragua's Sheynnis Palacios crowned Miss Universe 2023

Thailand’s Anntonia Porsild was declared the runner-up with Moraya Wilson from Australia claiming the second runner-up position.

India's Shweta Sharda makes it to top 20, lags in top 10 at Miss Universe 2023

Shweta Sharda became eligible to take part in the coveted Miss Universe pageant after winning the Miss Diva Universe 2023 crown in August.

Miss Universe 2023 Highlights: Miss Universe 2023 is Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua

Miss Universe 2023 LIVE Updates: Nicaragua’s Sheynnis Palacios has been announced as the winner of the Miss Universe 2023 title. The event was held at the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Miss Universe 2023: China's Jia Qi withdraws from pageant over visa issues

Miss Universe 2023: China's Jia Qi will not participate in the finale on Sunday and could not feature in the lead-up events either due to visa delays.

Who is Shweta Sharda, the 23-year-old who will represent India at Miss Universe 2023?

Miss Universe 2023: Shweta Sharda became eligible to participate in the pageant after winning the Miss Diva Universe 2023 crown in August.

Miss Universe 2023: Date, venue, time, where to watch the pageant in India

Miss Universe 2023: This year's pageant carries additional significance as it embraces inclusivity and progress and will be held at the José Adolfo Pineda Arena in El Salvador, San Salvador.

Miss Universe 2022 Highlights: Know what was R’Bonney Gabriel's winning answer

Miss Universe 2022 Highlights: R'Bonney Gabriel, 28, is a model, fashion designer, and sewing instructor who prioritizes the environment in her work. She's also the first Filipino American to win Miss USA.

All you need to know about Miss Universe 2023 and India's Divita Rai

Miss Universe 2023: Divita Rai is a Mumbai-based architect and model and is 25-years-old.

Watch: Divita Rai's stunning 'sone ki chidiya' national costume at Miss Universe 2023

Designed by Abhishek Sharma, the outfit is a gold choli, white and gold lehenga with two giant gold wings attached to Divita Rai – that she flapped as she took centrestage.

Watch: Miss Universe contestant walks in bitcoin-inspired costume

Miss Universe 2023: Alejandra Guajardo, representing El Salvador, made a show-stopping entry in one of the preliminary rounds.

Miss Universe crown to fit Mrs and mom heads too

Now, perhaps in response to gender sensitivity, everyday feminism and sheer common sense, the ban on moms and Mrs has been lifted for the Miss Universe title from 2023.