Miss World 2025: Ishan Khattar gives a ravishing performance on KPop song
The 72nd Miss World pageant unfolded with grandeur at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, India, on May 31, 2025. This emergence has marked the third occasion India has hosted the prestigious event, which follows previous editions in 1996 and 2023. The month-long festivities showcase not only global beauty and talent but also India’s rich cultural heritage and hospitality. Emerging victorious among 108 contestants from around the globe, Thailand’s OPal Suchata Chuangsri wa scrwoned Miss World 2025.
Emerging victorious among 108 contestants from around the globe, Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri was crowned Miss World 2025. She received the crown from the outgoing titleholder, Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic. Ethiopia’s Hasset Dereje Admassu was named the first runner-up
Representing India, Nandani Gupta from Rajasthan delivered a commendable performance, she secured a spot in the Top 20. She gained recognition by winning the Top Model Challenge in the Asia-Oceania region. Though she did not advance to the final eight, her journey resonated with many, symbolizing determination and grace.
Hosting the Miss World pageant for the second consecutive year, Hyderabad transformed into a hub of cultural exchange. The Telangana government organized heritage walks and tours for the contestants, highlighting the state’s historical landmarks and traditions. The event not only promoted tourism but also showcased India’s commitment to global camaraderie. Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad was more than a beauty pageant, it was a celebration of global unity, cultural pride, and individual aspirations. While Thailand celebrated its first Miss World title, India’s role as a gracious host and Nandini Gupta’s inspiring journey left an indelible mark on the event’s legacy.
At the Miss World 2025 grand finale held at Hyderabad’s HITEX Exhibition Centre on May 31, Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter delivered a high-energy dance performance to BTS’s hit track “Mic Drop.”
His attempt to blend Bollywood flair with K-pop swagger sparked a storm of reactions online, particularly from BTS fans—famously known as ARMY. Many criticized his choreography and execution, arguing that it lacked the precision and impact of the original performance by BTS. Despite the criticism, some appreciated Ishaan’s energy and boldness in attempting such a performance on a global platform, viewing it as a cultural bridge between Bollywood and K-pop.
This isn’t the first time Ishaan Khatter has drawn attention for his dance performances. His earlier routine to Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” also sparked mixed reactions online. Nonetheless, Ishaan’s appearance at Miss World 2025 has once again shown that when Bollywood meets K-pop, strong reactions are inevitable, especially in a country like India, where K-pop has a massive fan following.
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