What’s Happening at Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad: A Grand Tour of Glamour, Culture, and Global Celebration
From heritage walks and temple tours to fashion galas and global competitions, the Miss World 2025 Festival is taking Hyderabad by storm. Here’s everything happening on the ground this May as Telangana hosts the 72nd Miss World pageant.
The air is electric, the stages are set, and the world has arrived. As over 100 contestants representing countries across the globe step into India for the very first Miss World Festival hosted in the country, Hyderabad has transformed into a living, breathing festival of global beauty, culture, and connection.
Running from 7th to 31st May 2025, the 72nd Miss World Festival is not just a competition — it’s a month-long celebration sweeping across Telangana’s spiritual, historical, and modern landmarks. Here’s a detailed look at what’s happening and where.
Week One: Grand Welcome and Cultural Immersion
May 6–8: Contestants arrive at **Rajiv Gandhi International Airport**, welcomed with traditional Telangana rituals, flowers, and a festive reception.
May 10: Opening Ceremony at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium with folk and tribal dance parades introducing Telangana’s cultural soul to a global audience.
Week Two: Spiritual Journeys and Royal Heritage
May 12: A serene visit to Buddhavanam at Nagarjunasagar, embracing Buddhist philosophy and peace.
May 13: Heritage Walk through Charminar and Laad Bazaar followed by a royal Welcome Dinner at Chowmahalla Palace with live musical performances.
May 14–15:
Group 1: Tours to Warangal Fort, 1000 Pillar Temple, and Bhadrakali Temple
Group 2: Visit to Ramappa Temple (UNESCO World Heritage site) with a special Perini dance performance.
Next day, Group 1 visits Yadagirigutta Temple; Group 2 heads to Pochampally for a live handloom experience.
Week Three: Innovation, Nature & Competition Begins
May 16:
Group 1 explores Telangana’s medical tourism offerings.
Group 2 visits the massive **Pillalamarri banyan tree and enjoys eco-adventures at ExperiumEco Park, Mahbubnagar.
May 17: The competition heats up with the Miss World Sports Finale at Gachibowli, followed by a cinematic visit to Ramoji Film City.
May 18:
Insightful visit to Telangana Police Integrated Command Center (TGICCC) to understand safety and tourism tech.
Evening: 3D Mapping Show at the Secretariat followed by a festive Sunday-Funday Carnival at Tank Bund.
May 20–21:
Continental Finals at T-Hub
Group 1: Attends an IPL Match at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Group 2: Participates in Arts & Crafts Workshops with Telangana artisans at Shilparamam
Week Four: Talent, Fashion, Purpose and the Grand Finale
May 22: Talent Finale at Shilpakala Vedika — expect music, dance, and powerful performances.
May 23–24:
Head-to-Head Challenge Finale at Trident
Top Model & Fashion Finales with Telangana fashion designers, pearls, and handcrafted jewellery at Trident/HITEX.
May 26: The prestigious Beauty With a Purpose Event and Gala Dinner at HITEX — featuring a cultural extravaganza and a Telangana cuisine food festival.
May 31: The ultimate moment — Miss World 2025 Grand Finale at HITEX with a red carpet, celebrity judges (including Sonu Sood), and global broadcast.
June 2: Closing with Telangana Formation Day
The celebrations will conclude on a patriotic note as the newly crowned Miss World alongside continental winners, meets the Governor and Chief Minister of Telangana at Raj Bhavan for a high-tea on Telangana Formation Day.
Hyderabad Shines on the World Stage
From palaces to tech hubs, from temples to fashion runways, Hyderabad has seamlessly blended history and modernity to deliver a spectacular global event. With Trident as the Official Hospitality Partner and HITEX hosting key showcases, the city is proving it’s more than ready to host world-class events.
Whether you’re a fashion follower, a cultural enthusiast, or just want to witness history in the making — Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad is where the world meets India.
Setting Stage for Miss World 2025
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