- Source: Miss Universe Nepal 2024
Miss Universe Nepal 2024 (MUN 2024) was the 8th edition of the Miss Universe Nepal pageant and the first edition under Global Glamour Venture organization. National Director Sangita Puri crowned Sampada Ghimire of Bhaktapur at the end of the event who will represent Nepal at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico. The Miss Nepal crown was revealed by Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Universe 2023 of Nicaragua.
The event was nationally live streamed by AP1 HD on television and internationally via Miss Universe Youtube Channel.
Background
= Global Glamour Venture
=On 11 January 2024, Global Glamour Venture organized a press conference announcing the change of organizers of Miss Universe Nepal. Acknowledging the contributions of previous organizers, a new set of team was announced. Sangita Puri was introduced as the new National Director, Sabi Puri as the CEO and president of MUN and Alok Chhetri as the managing director of the organization. Pageant consultant Alexander Gonzalez was announced as the part of Miss Universe Nepal. The event was broadcast via Kasthamandap Gold Television. Popular pageant analyst and Mister Supranational Canada 2023, Luis Portelles hosted the shows of MUN 2024. On 7-June-2024, a promotional video was released starring Miss Vibhaa 2022 Sophiya Bhujel for spreading the message of MUN's motto, "As Perfect As You Are". On July-10-2024, MUN made official announcement of Top 60 Candidates on their respective emails.
The Team of Global Glamour Venture for MUN 2024-
Sangita Puri, National Director
Alok Chhetri, Managing Director
Sabi Puri, CEO/President
Alexander Gonzalez, International Choreographer and Image Constant
Dikpal Karki, National Choreographer
Indira Joshi, renowned singer, Mentor
Ranjit Raj Acharya, Mentor
Luis Portelles, Pageant analyst, Content creator, Host at Preliminary and Final Show
Malvika Subba, Miss World Nepal 2002, Host at Final Show
Sugarika KC, Miss World Nepal 2005, Host at Press Conferences and Sash Ceremony
The Star of The Universe Crown
On August 31, 2024 at the preliminary show, a new crown called the "Star of The Universe" was unveiled by Miss Universe 2023 Shyennis Palacios and Sangita Puri, ND of MUN Org. The crown was crafted by Ashmi Jewellers Global.
The crown features a star that signifies eternity and the 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..
Pageant Format
Registration Phase (Online)
On 11 May 2024 a second press conference was made to announce the opening of registration for the selection of 8th Miss Universe Nepal. The announcement was made in the presence of Miss Universe Nepal 2021- Sujita Basnet. Several media houses covered the event in a huge scale.
The registrations initially opened from 15 May 2024 to June 15, 2024, via Khalti app and Miss Universe Nepal website. Further developments regarding competition format, announcement of contestants, contest events and grand finale date was revealed by the face-book page of Nepal Tourism Board, the Tourism Partner of Miss Universe Nepal. Later on, registration phase was extended till 30 June, 2024 for NRN candidates to prepare essential documents.
Eligibility Criteria
Any Nepali/Non-Resident-Nepali (NRN) who identifies as female aged 18 and above is allowed to participate. There is no criteria on body type and physical measurements. The competition is open to everyone irrespective of their marital status (unmarried/ married/ divorced). Even pregnant women can participate as per the guidelines of Miss Universe. Minimum academic requirement is 10+2/equivalent or above.
Competition Phase
Out of many online applications for the 8th Miss Universe Nepal, Top 60 applicants were shortlisted as Qualifiers and notified via emails. The Qualifiers are then, eligible to go on further screening process. The top 60 qualifiers also receive 2-days-training with International Choreographer Mr. Alexander Gonzalez. The screening takes the Top 32 contestants to next round. The top 32 contestants are subjected to orientation and then sash ceremonial introduction round. After that they undergo rigorous trainings regarding the walk, speech and advocacy. During the process Top 32 is reduced to Top 22 based on internal contests. Now the Top 22 are required to perform in Swimsuit Round, Interview round and Advocacy Presentation at the preliminary competition to advance to the grand final placements. At the finals, Top 22 is reduced to Top 15 based on preliminary competition. Later, the top 15 reduces to Top 10, based on swimsuit round and advocacy presentation scores. After that, Top 5 is announced based on all performances of preliminary and on-stage interview round, evening gown round. Based on the final Q/A and performance in the entire pageant , a contestant from Top 5 is crowned as winner.
Events
The following schedule of events was followed as per the details provided by Nepal Tourism Board on its Facebook page.
Registrations starts: May 15, 2024
Students Empowerment Session: June 10, 2024 at Namuna College of Fashion Technology
Registration ends: June 30, 2024
Top 60 Announcement: July 10, 2024
Top 60 Screening: July 29, 2024 at Hilton Hotel Kathmandu
Top 32 Announcement: August 6, 2024
Top 32 Orientation: August 10, 2024, at Hilton Hotel Kathmandu
Top 32 Sash Ceremony: August 11, 2024 at Hilton Hotel Kathmandu
Knowledge Series Event: August 12, 2024 at IMS College, Koteshwor
College Activation (Contestant-Public Interaction): August 11, 2024 at Divya College
Preliminary Trainings: August 11-18, 2024 at Rambagh Palace, Kathmandu
Official Trainings: August 18-30, 2024 at Indreni Suites Hotel, Kathmandu
Prelims /Crown Reveal Show: August 31, 2024
Advocacy Project Works/ Training: Sept 1-6, 2024
Closed Door Interviews: September 7, 2024
Start of Close Camp: September 7, 2024
Advocacy Presentation: September 8, 2024
The Grand Final: September 11, 2024
Final Results
Color keys
(§): The candidate won the Miss Popular Choice Award and got direct entry into Top 5.
(฿): The candidate won the Voice for Change Award and got direct entry into Top 10 Finalists.
Special Awards and Sub-Contests
= Special Awards
=Contestants
Top 22 Contestants
Following group of Top 22 contestants entered the Preliminary Competition and the Grand Finale.
Top 32 Contestants
Following group of contestants finished at Top 32 before the Preliminary Show.
Television Show
The television show of Miss Universe Nepal 2024 was announced by AP1 HD by releasing a promotional video with following dates and time (GMT +5:45)
Episode 1- Audition Round at Hilton Kathmandu, August 30, 2024, 8:30 PM
Episode 2- Sash Ceremony at Hilton Kathmandu, August 31, 2024, 8:30 PM
Episode 3- Preliminary/ Crown Reveal show at Hilton Kathmandu, September 9, 2024, 8:30 PM
Grand Finals: Live Red Carpet (4:30 pm) and Grand Coronation (5:30 pm) from Godavari Convention Center, 11 September 2024
Sponsors
The following brands/agencies were signed as the sponsors of Miss Universe Nepal 2024:
Tourism Partner: Nepal Tourism Board
Telecom Partner: Nepal Telecom
Media Network: Annapurna Media Network
TV Broadcaster: AP1 HDTV
Creative Production: Prisma Advertising
Skincare Partner: Miss Universe Skincare
Skin Clinic: D'Cosmo Nepal
Banking Partner: Global IME Bank
Makeup Partner: Makeup DURBAR
Hospitality Partner: Hilton Hotel Kathmandu
Fooding Partner: Lavie Garden Restaurant
Training Venue: Rambagh Mahal, Indreni Hotel
Celebration Partner: KFC
Magazine Partner: WOW Magazine
Registration and Voting Partner: KHALTI Events
Event Management Partner: Brandboy
Event Managed by: Brand 360 Nepal
Powered by: X-Age Nepal
Two Wheeler Partner: TVS NTORQ
Domestic Airline Partner: Yeti Airlines
Photography and Videography: Artseum Production
Medical Partner: Green City Hospital
Wellness Partner: Himalayan Healers of Nepal
Designer: Sonam Subba Limbu
Styling Partner: Marcos Blenden
Crown/Jewels Partner: Ashmi Jewellers Global
Presented by/Oraginzer: Global Glamour Ventutre
References
Kata Kunci Pencarian:
- Miss Universe 2024
- Miss International 2024
- Miss Grand International 2024
- Miss Cosmo 2024
- Miss Universe 2023
- Miss Supranational 2024
- Miss Universe 2017
- Miss Earth 2024
- Miss Universe 2022
- Miss World 2024
- Miss Universe Nepal 2024
- Miss Universe Nepal
- Miss Universe 2024
- Miss Nepal
- Miss Nepal 2024
- Sampada Ghimire
- Miss Universe 2023
- Miss Vibhaa
- Miss Vibhaa 2023
- Miss International 2024
