Hyderabad, Aug. 25 -- The countdown to the 75th Miss Universe pageant has begun, with contestants from across the world preparing to represent their respective countries on the global stage. The prestigious pageant is scheduled to take place on November 24, 2026, in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

While India recently crowned 19-year-old Kaziah Liz Mejo from Kerala as its representative, Pakistan has also selected its queen for the international competition. 26-year-old psychology student Misbah Arshad has been crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2026 and will represent the country at Miss Universe later this year.

Misbah Arshad reacts to Kaziah Liz Mejo's win

Following Kaziah Liz Mejo's victory at the Miss Universe India 2026 grand finale in Jaipur...