Political science student from Thailand becomes Miss World 2025

Thailand’s Suchata Opal Chuangsri has claimed the prestigious Miss World 2025 title at the 72nd edition of the global pageant, held in India, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel on Sunday.

The 22-year-old political science student and women’s health advocate stood out among 108 contestants from across the globe. 

Opal is also the founder of the “Opal for Her” initiative, which provides support for women battling breast cancer.

“Opal has shown us that she is more than a winner — she is a woman of purpose, with a voice the world is ready to hear,” said Julia Morley, Chairwoman of the Miss World Organisation and head of the jury panel.

The first runner-up was Ethiopia’s Hasset Dereje, followed by Maja Klajda of Poland and Aurélie Joachim of Martinique.