# 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 Miss Nepal- The Hidden Treasure. The contest was conducted by The Hidden Treasure Miss Nepal and crowned Manita Devkota in 2018 and Pradeepta Adhikari in 2019. Miss Vibhaa by Umanga Creation became the official franchisee for Miss Universe on 11 June 2020 with Uddhab Adhikari, owner of Umanga Creations as the Managing Director of the pageant. During a digital press conference on 11 June 2020, it was announced that Miss Vibhaa was an all digital competition starting right from the registration; participants will be able to register themselves through the Miss Vibhaa app. Title holders under Miss Vibhaa are Anshika Sharma, Sujita Basnet, Sophiya Bhujel and Jane Dipika Garett for years 2020 to 2023 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 Ventures debuted to organize the next editions of Miss Universe Nepal.

## Pageant Format
### 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. The pageant format can be modified by the organizer as per the time limit or needs of international pageant.

## 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

| Editions | Miss Universe Nepal | Runners up | Runners up | Runners up | Runners up | Entrants | Venue | Host city | Organizer |
| Editions | Miss Universe Nepal | First | Second | Third | Fourth | Entrants | Venue | Host city | Organizer |
| 2024 | Sampada Ghimire Bhaktapur | Smriti Singh Lalitpur | Akshita Chhetri Kathmandu / United Arab Emirates | Karren Eva Murray Lalitpur | Sujal Bam Doti | 60 | Godavari Sunrise Convention Center | Lalitpur | Global Glamour Venture |
| 2023 | Jane Dipika Garrett Kathmandu | Garima Ghimire Biratnagar | Buddhisara Sunar Adelaide, Australia / Tanahun | Shitashma Pokharel Lalitpur | Abhilasha Lamsal Lalitpur | 37 | Godavari Sunrise Convention Center | Lalitpur | Miss Vibhaa |
| 2022 | Sophiya Bhujel Kathmandu | Bipana Adhikari (Resigned) Sydney, Australia / Dhading Ashma KC (Successor) Adelaide, Australia / Kathmandu | Sefina Joshi Kathmandu | Monalisha Parajuli Udayapur | Jasmine Khadka Kathmandu | 61 | Hotel Yak & Yeti | Kathmandu | Miss Vibhaa |
| 2021 | Sujita Basnet Maryland, USA / Kathmandu | Nina Kant Mandal Moscow, Russia / Saptari | Rakchya Upreti Kathmandu | Pratikshya Mahara Chhetri Rolpa | Keshu Khadka Lalitpur | 50 | Hotel Yak & Yeti | Kathmandu | Miss Vibhaa |
| 2020 | Anshika Sharma Sydney, Australia / Jhapa | Sujita Basnet Maryland, USA / Kathmandu | Nina Kant Mandal Moscow, Russia / Saptari | Dikta Thapa Chandragiri | Nancy Khadka Biratnagar / California, USA | 18 | Kathmandu Marriott Hotel | Kathmandu | Miss Vibhaa |
| 2019 | Pradeepta Adhikari Kathmandu | Anushka Shrestha Kathmandu | Riya Basnet Kathmandu | Meera Kakshapati Bhaktapur | Rose Lama Jorpati | 26 | Laboratory HS School | Kathmandu | The Hidden Treasure |
| 2018 | Manita Devkota Gorkha | Shrinkhala Khatiwada Hetauda | Priya Sigdel Kathmandu | Ronali Amatya Kathmandu | Mahima Singh Kathmandu | 25 | Hotel Annapurna | Kathmandu | The Hidden Treasure |
| 2017 | Nagma Shrestha Kathmandu | Nikita Chandak Morang | Rojina Shrestha Kathmandu | Niti Shah Ghorahi | Sahara Basnet Lalitpur | 20 | Hotel Annapurna | Kathmandu | The Hidden Treasure |

### Winners by district / country

| Districts / Countries | Titles | Winning years |
| Kathmandu | 5 | 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Bhaktapur | 1 | 2024 |
| Sydney, Australia | 1 | 2020 |
| Jhapa | 1 | 2020 |
| Maryland | 1 | 2021 |
| Gorkha | 1 | 2018 |

## Nepal at Miss Universe

| Year | Representative's Name | District | Title | Placement | Special Awards |
| 2024 | Sampada Ghimire | Bhaktapur | Miss Universe Nepal 2024 | Unplaced | |
| 2023 | Jane Dipika Garrett | Kathmandu | Miss Universe Nepal 2023 | Top 20 | |
| 2022 | Sophiya Bhujel | Kathmandu | Miss Universe Nepal 2022 | Unplaced | |
| 2021 | Sujita Basnet | Kathmandu | Miss Universe Nepal 2021 | Unplaced | |
| 2020 | Anshika Sharma | Jhapa | Miss Universe Nepal 2020 | Unplaced | |
| 2019 | Pradeepta Adhikari | Kathmandu | Miss Nepal Universe 2019 | Unplaced | |
| 2018 | Manita Devkota | Gorkha | Miss Nepal Universe 2018 | Top 10 | 1 Special Awards National Gift Auction First Prize |
| 2017 | Nagma Shrestha | Kathmandu | Miss Nepal Universe 2017 | Unplaced | |