Introduction
Miss International 2025, the 63rd edition of the prestigious beauty pageant, took place on 27 November 2025 at the iconic Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. With 80 contestants from around the world, this year’s event stood out for its diversity, elegance, and strong advocacy for cultural understanding and global harmony. The pageant was broadcast live on YouTube, connecting millions of viewers worldwide to one of the most anticipated international beauty events of the year.
At the end of a dazzling night filled with tradition, glamour, and heartfelt stories, Catalina Duque of Colombia was crowned Miss International 2025, becoming the fourth woman from her country to win this esteemed title. She was crowned by her predecessor, Huỳnh Thị Thanh Thủy of Vietnam, adding another proud moment to Colombia’s rich pageant history.
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A Prestigious Stage in Tokyo
On 24 March 2025, the Miss International Organization officially announced Tokyo as the host city for the 2025 pageant. The event was once again held at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium’s Second Stadium, the same venue used for Miss International 2023. Known for its modern architectural beauty and well-equipped stage facilities, the venue perfectly matched the pageant’s global reputation.
Tokyo, with its blend of traditional Japanese culture and futuristic city life, offered contestants a meaningful experience filled with cultural tours, charity events, sponsor visits, rehearsals, and international friendship-building activities. Contestants praised the hospitality of Japan and the elegance of the pageant’s organization.
Hosts Who Brought Charm and Energy
The show was presented by a trio of well-known personalities:
- Andrea Rubio – Venezuelan model and Miss International 2023
- Tomomi Okada – Miss International Japan 2019
- Maxwell Powers – American voice actor known for his charismatic hosting style
Together, they brought warmth, energy, and smooth transitions throughout the long and exciting event.
Debuts, Returns, and Withdrawals
Miss International 2025 also made history with several new and returning countries joining the stage.
Debuting countries:
- Montenegro
- Réunion
- Turks and Caicos Islands
Returning countries:
A remarkable group of nations returned after several years, including:
- Angola
- Cook Islands
- Denmark
- Greece
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Malta (last competed in 2003)
- Mauritius
- Namibia
- Norway
- Pakistan
- Russia
- Tanzania (last competed in 2011)
- Tunisia
- Turkey (last competed in 2015)
- United States Virgin Islands (last competed in 2012)
- Zimbabwe
Their comeback made the competition even more dynamic and culturally enriching.
Withdrawals:
Several countries withdrew from the pageant, including:
Bulgaria, Cape Verde, Ireland, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Luxembourg, Moldova, Panama, Sierra Leone, and South Sudan.
Tunisia and Kyrgyzstan, in particular, faced several replacements before finally withdrawing certain candidates.
End of Journey for Some Delegates
A few contestants had to withdraw during the competition. For example:
- Miss Kyrgyzstan Suzanna Umetova was replaced by Ayana Rasul, who also ended up withdrawing.
- Lara Doval of Germany also withdrew for undisclosed reasons.
Such changes, although unfortunate, are not uncommon in international pageants.
The Competition Night of Miss International 2025: A Blend of Grace, Poise, and Purpose
Miss International is more than a beauty competition; it focuses heavily on peace, cultural exchange, goodwill, and women’s empowerment. Contestants participated in the swimsuit competition, evening gown segment, national costume showcase, and the final speech round that is central to Miss International’s mission.
Final Results:
The Top 5 were:
- Winner – Colombia: Catalina Duque
- 1st Runner-Up – Zimbabwe: Yollanda Chimbarami
- 2nd Runner-Up – Bolivia: Paola Guzmán
- 3rd Runner-Up – Indonesia: Melliza Xaviera Yulian
- 4th Runner-Up – Philippines: Myrna Esguerra
Each contestant delivered strong performances, but Catalina Duque’s final speech, confidence, and charm resonated the most with the judges.
Top 10 Finalists of Miss International 2025
- Canada – Rachel Murgel
- Dominican Republic – Anita Maspons
- Myanmar – Nan Inzali (Voted into Top 10 by viewers)
- Nicaragua – Verónica Iglesias
- Sri Lanka – Sheneli Romaya
Their elegance and advocacy made this group one of the strongest Top 10 lineups in recent years.
Top 20 Semifinalists of Miss International 2025
The Top 20 included an impressive mix of continents and cultures:
- Angola – Lauriela Martins
- India – Roosh Sindhu
- Jamaica – Shanté Jarrett
- Japan – Ai Nozaki
- Mexico – Natalia Garibay
- Netherlands – Serena Darder
- Peru – Nathie Quijano
- South Africa – Sinamile Dlamini (Voter’s choice)
- Thailand – Jarupiya Boribalburibhand
- United States – Nicky Kandola (Voter’s choice)
Each contestant showcased excellence and embodied the Miss International values of beauty and goodwill.
Continental Queens 2025
Miss International also crowns Continental Queens, recognizing outstanding contestants from each region:
- Africa – Zimbabwe: Yollanda Chimbarami
- Americas – Turks and Caicos Islands: Farrah Grant
- Asia Pacific – Macau: Katrina Wan
- Europe – United Kingdom: Sophie Wallace
These winners celebrated cultural diversity and regional pride.
Special Awards That Shined the Spotlight
Miss International 2025 offered several special awards to recognize exceptional talent and advocacy:
- Best SDG Initiative – Kenya: Fridah Kariuki
- Miss Friendship – Japan: Ai Nozaki
- Miss Talent – Cook Islands: Zoe Hoff
- Miss Elegance – Czech Republic: Simona Procházková
- Miss Photogenic – Russia: Ekaterina Romanova
- Miss Fitness – Dominican Republic: Anita Maspons
- Best in Evening Gown – Bangladesh: Jessia Islam
- Miss Popularity – Myanmar: Nan Inzali
These awards highlighted different strengths, from personality and friendship to fitness, elegance, and cultural presentation.
Best National Costume
The National Costume segment is always a crowd favorite. In 2025:
- Winner – Ghana: Portia Akua Mensah
- 1st Runner-Up – Vietnam: Kiều Duy Nguyễn
- 2nd Runner-Up – Tanzania: Efrazia Makene
Portia’s victory for Ghana was one of the most celebrated wins of the night.
The Judges: Esteemed Leaders and Cultural Icons
The judging panel included experts from various fields such as fashion, culture, international diplomacy, and the arts. Some prominent names included:
- Akemi Shimomura – President, Miss International Organization
- Huỳnh Thị Thanh Thủy – Miss International 2024
- Junko Koshino – Renowned Japanese fashion designer
- Oğuzhan Ertuğrul – Ambassador of Turkey to Japan
- Teodolinda Rosa Rodrigues Coelho – Ambassador of Angola to Japan
Their combined expertise ensured fairness, cultural respect, and a deep appreciation of the contestants’ strengths.
Contestants from Around the World
With 80 delegates, Miss International 2025 brought together women from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and stories. Contestants represented countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Oceania.
From Gledia Preka of Albania to Yollanda Chimbarami of Zimbabwe, each delegate contributed to the spirit of international unity. They participated in cultural tours, charity events, sponsor activities, and rehearsals that showcased their commitment to Miss International’s mission of promoting peace and goodwill.
Contestants such as Roosh Sindhu from India, Nathie Quijano from Peru, Ai Nozaki from Japan, Serena Darder from Netherlands, Jessia Islam from Bangladesh, Ekaterina Romanova from Russia, and Manon Kbidi from Réunion were especially praised by fans for their charisma and dedication.
A Meaningful Win for Colombia
Catalina Duque’s win marked Colombia’s fourth Miss International title, making her country one of the strongest performers in the history of the pageant. Her journey, confidence, intelligence, and cultural pride touched both judges and viewers around the world.
She expressed her goals of using her platform to promote education, cultural understanding, and women’s leadership across Latin America and beyond.
The Legacy of Miss International 2025
Miss International has always been more than a beauty pageant—its core values revolve around cultural exchange, international cooperation, and goodwill. The 2025 edition stayed true to this spirit.
With diverse contestants, a glamorous stage, and inspiring stories, Miss International 2025 once again proved that beauty goes beyond appearance. It is about purpose, empathy, respect, and global connection.
Tokyo provided a stunning backdrop, and the event highlighted the strength of women who seek to create positive change in the world.
Also read about “Roosh Sindhu: India’s Hope for Miss International 2025 in Tokyo“.
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