Miss World 2023 promises to captivate viewers on March 9, 2024, marking its 71st occurrence. Initially slated for May 2023 in the United Arab Emirates, the event has been relocated to Mumbai, India.
Miss World marks the pageant’s return to India for the first time since 1996, and the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai has been chosen as the venue.
Miss World 2023’s edition introduces innovations, moving beyond traditional beauty metrics to emphasize social causes, peace, and global consciousness. Hosting duties will be shared by filmmaker Karan Johar and Miss World 2013, Megan Young, featuring performances by Neha Kakker and Tony Kakker. Viewers can join the event live via the SONY LIV channel globally or online through SONY LIV.
| Country | Broadcast Time |
|---|---|
| United States | 9:00 a.m. ET 8:00 a.m. CT 7:00 a.m. MT 6:00 a.m. PT |
| Mexico | 8:00 a.m. |
| Nicaragua | 8:00 a.m. |
| El Salvador | 8:00 a.m. |
| Costa Rica | 8:00 a.m. |
| Guatemala | 8:00 a.m. |
| Peru | 9:00 a.m. |
| Colombia | 9:00 a.m. |
| Ecuador | 9:00 a.m. |
| Panama | 9:00 a.m. |
| Cuba | 9:00 a.m. |
| Haiti | 9:00 a.m. |
| Puerto Rico | 10:00 a.m. |
| Dominican Republic | 10:00 a.m. |
| Venezuela | 10:00 a.m. |
| Bolivia | 10:00 a.m. |
| Canada | 10:00 a.m. |
| Brazil | 10:00 a.m. |
| Argentina | 10:00 a.m. |
| Paraguay | 11:00 a.m. |
| Uruguay | 11:00 a.m. |
| Spain | 4:00 p.m. |
| Italy | 4:00 p.m. |
| Germany | 4:00 p.m. |
| France | 4:00 p.m. |
The selection process for Miss World 2023 involves several rounds, including costume parades, jury interviews, and talent showcases, culminating in the final coronation. Preliminary events focus on swimwear, evening gowns, talents, and commitment to social causes. The final gala, broadcasting live, narrows down contestants through repeated parades and tests.
Notable preliminary results include the ‘Head to Head’ challenge, emphasizing the UN Sustainable Development Goal, and the ‘Sports Challenge.’ The latter, held at Thyagaraj Sports Complex, announced Croatia as the grand winner. Furthermore, the competition celebrated achievements in categories such as Best Designer Dress and Top Model Challenge, showcasing the diverse talents of the contestants.
After navigating through numerous preliminary rounds and challenges, the top 10 contenders poised to vie for the crown at Miss World 2023 have been determined:
Here’s the list of the top 10 finalists for Miss World 2023 formatted in a table:
| Miss World 2023 Top 10 Finalist | Country |
|---|---|
| Audrey Vanessa | Indonesia |
| Priyanka Joshi | Nepal |
| Nursena Say | Turkey |
| Krystyna Pyszková | Czech Republic |
| Sofia Shamia | Ukraine |
| Lesego Chombo | Botswana |
| Halima Ahmad Kopwe | Tanzania |
| Hannah Karema Tumukunde | Uganda |
| Leticia Frota | Brazil |
| Ache Abrahams | Trinidad & Tobago |
