Miss Universe Nepal

Miss Universe Nepal (MUN) ( Nepali: मिस युनिभर्स नेपाल) is a beauty pageant competition, organized by Global Glamour Venture. The contest selects the country representative for Miss Universe. The current Miss Universe Nepal is Sampada Ghimire from Bhaktapur.

History

The Miss Universe Nepal officially began in 2017 when Nagma Shrestha was appointed as Miss Universe Nepal by THT Miss Nepal, which also crowned Manita Devkota in 2018 and Pradeepta Adhikari in 2019.

In 2020, CG Corp Global (led by Rahul Chaudhary) and Miss Vibhaa (led by Uddhab Adhikari), jointly became the license-holders of the pageant and assigned Nagma Shrestha as national director. However, from 2021, only Miss Vibhaa acquired the pageant's license. Title holders from 2020 to 2023 are Anshika Sharma, Sujita Basnet, Sophiya Bhujel and Jane Dipika Garett respectively.

Miss Nepal 2018 Manita Devkota got first ever placement for Nepal at Miss Universe 2018 as she entered the Top 10 finalists. Similarly, Jane Dipika Garrett got placed at Top 20 of Miss Universe 2023. Garrett also got recognition as the first plus size model to enter Miss Universe Semi Finals.

In early 2024, Global Glamour Venture acquired the license for next editions of Miss Universe Nepal, with Sangita Puri as national director.

Pageant Format

As of 2025, the pageant is organized in a Television Reality Series format, with the following basic rounds, which can be altered according to the requirements of international pageant.

Selection of Participants

Registrations are generally announced about a month prior to the pageant activities. The mode of registrations are virtual done by apps like "Khalti" and Miss Universe Nepal website.

Eligibility Criteria:

* Applicant must be Nepali Citizen/ Non-Resident Nepali aged 18 or above who identifies as a woman.
* No height/weight criteria and no criteria on other physical measurements.
* Competition is open to all adult women; married, unmarried or divorced.
* Pregnant women, mother of children can participate in the competition as per the guidelines of Miss Universe.
*Minimum Academic qualification: 10+2/Equivalent or above.

Auditions Round

After the registrations, 60 qualifiers are selected based on their credentials (walk video and introductory note submitted with application form). The top 60 qualifiers perform in catwalk round, Q/A round at physical auditions which is telecasted on sponsored TV Channel. Top scorers are advanced to Top 35 by judges' score

Preliminary Competition

The Top 35 is revealed to public in a televised 'Sash Ceremony'. Then they go to a month long grooming session where they are trained on walk, etiquette, stage presence, artistry, communication and social works. Prior to the grand finals, Top 35 performs in a live-streamed preliminary swimsuit, advocacy presentation round and closed door interviews.

The Grand Finale

At the grand finale, Top 15 is selected from Top 35 based on preliminary and closed door interviews. The contestant with best advocacy presentation and one highest voted contestant advances directly to Top 15 and the rest spots are fulfilled by judges' score. Then, top 15 perform in swimsuit round after which Top 10 is announced. Then, Top 10 performs in Evening Gowns after which the Top 5 is selected. Then, the Top 5 performs in Q/A round, based on which the winner of the contest is crowned as The Miss Universe Nepal.

Crowns

* The RB Diamond Crown: This crown was used to award the winners of Miss Nepal- The Hidden Treasure (Miss Universe Nepal 2017-2019). The crown features the Sun, the Moon and the Stars as the emblem of the universe and the symbols of eternity. The crown features triangular framework symbolizing the Himalayas of Nepal. This diamond-studded crown based on gold, crafted by RB Diamonds
* Brave Bold Beautiful Crown: This crown was used to award the winner of Miss Vibhaa 2020 (Miss Universe Nepal 2020). The crown focuses on three gems of Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond that glorify the bravery, boldness and beauty of Nepali women. This crown was crafted by Apala Jewels.
* The Mystical Crown: This crown was used to award the winners of "Miss Vibhaa 2021-2023"(Miss Universe Nepal 2021-2023). The crown is inspired form Newari Architecture with ideas from worship places of Lord Bhairava. The crown is centered around Lord Buddha's gazing eyes, believed to be blessing the people of the world. This diamond studded crown based on white gold was crafted by Shree Balaji Diamonds.
* Star of The Universe: This crown is used to award the winner of Miss Universe Nepal (2024-present). The crown features a star that signifies eternity and glory of Miss Universe. The crown is an exquisite white gold creation with diamonds and vibrant gemstones. Inspired by the nightsky and Nepal's heritage, it symbolizes brilliance and empowerment.

Titleholders

Winners by district / country

Nepal at Miss Universe

See also

* Miss Teen Nepal
* Miss Nepal
* Miss National Nepal
* Miss Vibhaa

References

{{Miss Universe countries and territories

Nepal
Beauty pageants in Nepal
Recurring events established in 2017
2017 establishments in Nepal