The Dominican Republic’s Joheirry Mola has been crowned Miss World 2026 at the grand finale in Nha Trang, Vietnam. Reigning Miss World Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand crowned Mola as her successor. Spain’s Elisabeth Reynes was named first runner-up, while Malaysia’s Taanusiya Chetty finished as the second runner-up.
During the final round, when asked, “Which Beauty with a Purpose have you supported in your country, and how would you improve it if you were crowned Miss World?”, Mola spoke about her initiative to take English programmes to children in vulnerable communities.
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“My Beauty with a Purpose is to take English programmes to children in vulnerable communities because I believe that knowing this language can open huge doors of opportunity for them. I was talking to the girls and telling them that, thanks to this tool, we are here today. It gives us the ability to express our feelings and communicate our purpose. For me, it is something I will always carry in my heart, knowing that I can give these children something so important. It is a tool that will stay with them and benefit them for the rest of their lives,” she responded.
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Miss World 2026 Top 6
The final six contestants included Eritrea’s Snit Habteab, Spain’s Elisabeth Reynes, Malaysia’s Taanusiya Chetty, Vietnam’s Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, Dominican Republic’s Joheirry Mola and South Africa’s Romanda Hombir. The contestants represented different regional groups and fast-track achievements, including People’s Choice and Beauty With a Purpose.
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India’s Nikita Porwal Finishes In Top 40
India’s Nikita Porwal made it to the Top 40 at Miss World 2026 but could not advance to the Top 20. Her finish continued India’s streak of placing in the Top 40 at five consecutive Miss World editions.
Porwal represented India after winning Femina Miss India World 2024. During the competition, she showcased Indian culture through the Dances of the World segment with a look inspired by Goddess Meenakshi. She also attracted attention for her fashion choices during the pageant.
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The Miss India Organisation praised Porwal for representing the country with “grace, conviction and heart” and said India was proud of her performance on the international stage.
111 Contestants Competed For The Crown
A total of 111 contestants participated in this year’s competition. Through preliminary challenges and fast-track events, the field was reduced to the Top 40, Top 20, Top 12, and finally the Top 6 before Mola was crowned the winner.
The 2026 edition also saw contestants from French Guiana, Eritrea, Mozambique, Pakistan and the Maldives make their debut. The next Miss World edition will be held in Tanzania, East Africa.