Joheirry Mola Crowned Miss World 2026 in Vietnam
Joheirry Mola of the Dominican Republic has won the 73rd Miss World title at the grand finale in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Spain's Elisabeth Reyns was named first runner-up, while Malaysia's Taanusiya Chetty finished second runner-up. India's Nikita Porwal advanced to the Top 40, representing the country at the international pageant.
Joheirry Mola of the Dominican Republic has been crowned the winner of the 73rd Miss World title at a grand finale held in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Mola triumphed over contestants from 110 countries to take home the coveted crown, succeeding Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri, who held the title in 2025.
As per a report by India Today, Spain's Elisabeth Reyns finished as the first runner-up, while Malaysia's Taanusiya Chetty secured the second runner-up position. The milestone 73rd edition also coincides with 75 years of the international pageant, marking seven decades of global representation and cultural showcases. 73rd Miss World 2026 Finale LIVE: Date, Time and Where To Watch Beauty Pageant.
Joheirry Mola Crowned Miss World 2026
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Background and Professional Endeavours of Joheirry Mola
Beyond her modeling career, Mola holds a degree in Business Management and Administration from Universidad Iberoamericana and works as a dedicated educator teaching Literature and Social Studies in English. She is the founder and president of Voices of Tomorrow, an initiative focused on expanding English education access for children in vulnerable communities. Additionally, she has served as a media correspondent for Univision New York, highlighting community stories and cultural topics. ‘Bigg Boss Kannada 13’ Premiere Date: When and Where To Watch Kichcha Sudeep’s Reality Show.
India's Journey at the 73rd Miss World Pageant
India was represented at the international event by Nikita Porwal, an actor and theatre artist from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, who advanced to the top 40 finalists. Porwal showcased traditional Indian culture during the competition with a Dances of the World presentation paying tribute to Goddess Meenakshi, alongside high-profile fashion appearances that drew widespread acclaim during the weeks of preliminary challenges and cultural showcases.
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