Karan Johar, a distinguished Indian filmmaker, has assumed the role of host for the 71st Miss World, marking a significant return of the event to the country after a 28-year hiatus. The series of events commenced on February 18 in New Delhi and will culminate in the grand finale on March 9 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai at 7.30 pm (IST).
The announcement of Karan Johar as the host was made through Miss World‘s official Instagram profile, emphasizing his accolades in the film industry, including two National Film Awards and the prestigious Padma Shri conferred by the Government of India. The eagerly anticipated event will be livestreamed on SonyLiv, featuring the representation of Miss India World 2022, Sini Shetty, on the global stage.
This return of the Miss World Festival to India holds special significance, given the nation’s illustrious history of Miss World winners, such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, and Manushi Chhillar. India’s global impact extends beyond beauty, as the Miss World pageant, established in 1951, promotes a progressive ethos centered on empowering women through philanthropy and community service.
