Miss World divas on Hyderabad heritage visit

UNDER the warm glow of the festive lights installed at the Charminar and its vicinity, the 109 contestants vying for the 72nd Miss World title found themselves transfixed by the sights, sounds and soul of old Hyderabad on a magical Tuesday.

- SHREYA VERONICA @Hyderabad

The historic Laad Bazaar was transformed into a glittering passageway—its entrance adorned with strands of famed Hyderabadi pearls, a red carpet unfurled beneath their feet. During the course of the evening, the contestants were ushered into heritage stores, some over a century old.

Among the standout moments was a stop at a bangle shop run by the second generation of a family known for its craftsmanship.

Specially handcrafted bangles—delicate, colourful, and meticulously made—were created for the occasion. Smiles lingered on faces as wrists adorned with these vibrant pieces were raised to phones for selfies and snapshots, the Laad Bazaar alive with laughter and movement.