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Most contestants opted for white, beige, or brown attire during the round. International beauty forums noted the interview's tense atmosphere. Contestants viewed this as a crucial opportunity to showcase themselves. |
On 15/11, Huong Giang participated in the interview round with the judges. She wore a fitted skirt and jacket, featuring a short train. She stated that her choice of modest attire for this important segment aimed to convey seriousness and a dignified presence.
Following the swimsuit competition, where she admitted feeling less confident, Huong Giang expressed greater ease during the interview. She answered questions in English, including a lighthearted query: "If you only had one US dollar, what would you do?". Her response was, "I would buy a cup of coffee because I need to be alert in that situation."
Huong Giang backstage.
Over the past 15 days, Huong Giang has garnered significant domestic and international media attention as the sole transgender contestant this season. On the morning of 16/11, Missosolog beauty experts ranked her 18th.
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Myat Yadanar Soe, the contestant from Myanmar, coordinated her outfit with earrings and a bracelet. |
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Miss Universe Thailand, Veena Praveenar Singh, participated in the round. She is a top Asian contender, highly rated by beauty experts across various forums. |
Contestants posing backstage.
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The contestant from Cuba paired her outfit with a branded bag. |
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The beauty from Equatorial Guinea stood out with her brown skin and short hair. |
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Miss Universe Colombia, Vanessa Pulgarin, is considered a strong contender this season, with many predicting her deep run in the competition. |
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A few contestants chose striking all-pink ensembles, standing out among the others.
The Miss Universe competition has reached its halfway mark, featuring numerous preliminary activities. Nearly 120 contestants will proceed to the national costume competition and semifinals, leading up to the final on the evening of 21/11.
The 74th edition of Miss Universe, themed "Beyond the Crown," commenced in early November. However, the competition has faced criticism from audiences regarding organizational issues and internal leadership conflicts within the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), leading to perceptions of unprofessionalism. Several contestants withdrew due to health concerns or personal reasons, leaving 120 participants to continue vying for the crown. Denmark's Victoria Kjaer Theilvig will crown her successor at the final on the evening of 21/11.
Established in 1952, Miss Universe remains one of the world's most-watched beauty pageants, with 165 countries and territories securing broadcast rights.
In recent years, the competition has evolved its rules to promote diversity, celebrating women's resilience and healthy lifestyles alongside physical beauty. Since 2023, the Miss Universe organization has permitted married women and mothers to participate.
Tan Cao
Photos, video: MU
