With a six-decade-long famed legacy of transforming the lives of young, talented women and changing the landscape of glamour and the fashion industry of India, Femina Miss India 2024 co-powered by Tops & Rajnigandha Pearls, vows to continue its tradition of creating influential icons. The pageant is guided to extend whole-hearted support to the new generation of women who have the potential to lead change and represent our great nation on the global stage.

The pageant has served as a springboard for countless women, propelling them to national and international recognition. Many of them have become icons in the glamour and entertainment Industry. Femina Miss India has been an integral part of India’s social fabric, shaping the lives of exceptional women who have significantly contributed to society. In its 60th anniversary, the pageant is committed to upholding its legacy of empowering women and providing them with a platform to showcase their talent, intelligence, and beauty.

The pageant’s latest edition launched a nationwide hunt to find the best talents from all corners of the country through on-ground auditions. The extensive scouting drive and subsequent audition rounds culminated with the shortlisting of 30 state winners, who undergo rigorous training and grooming drills in the pageant boot camp facilitated by renowned Industry experts.

One of the key highlights of the pageant, The Awards Night event, was held on 11th October in Mumbai. This glamorous 60-year bash saw attendance from the fashion and entertainment industry elites and many of the former winners of Femina Miss India’s legacy.

The 30 state winners walked down the ramp showcasing the collections from ace designer Bhawna Rao adorning Narayan Jewels. The collection, “Disco Rendezvous,” celebrated 60 years of Femina Miss India, inspired by each decade. It fuses the love for music and dances with feathers, fringes, and iconic colours from every era, blending them into one harmonious design. Renowned for crafting timeless jewellery that blends heritage with modernity. Narayan Jewellers’ stunning collection perfectly complements Bhavna Rao’s 60s-inspired couture, making the state winners feel elegant and beautiful. The fashion show was followed by captivating performances by Delraaz Bunshah, who entranced the audience with her mesmerising act, culminating in the sashing of all the Femina Miss India 2024 sub-contest winners amidst much fanfare. The show was anchored by the talented Sachin Kumbhar, who kept the audience engaged and entertained. The event was a great success and gathered appreciation from all quarters.

AWARD WINNERS

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The 30 state winners will further compete to win the title of Femina Miss India 2024 at the Grand Finale, which will be held on the 16th of October 2024 in Mumbai. The winner of Femina Miss India 2024, co-powered by Tops and Rajnigandha Pearls’ will represent India at the Miss World pageant. Winning the title of Femina Miss India not only brings fame but also the opportunity for the winner to live in the Maximum City – Mumbai – the entertainment and glamour capital of India.

Continuing the legacy that saw Five Miss Worlds who made us proud by marking their presence on the globe- Aishwarya Rai (1994), Diana Hayden (1997), Yukta Mookhey (1999), Priyanka Chopra (2000) and Manushi Chhillar (2017), the country awaits the crowning of the new title holder, who could take the legacy of our great nation forward.