Miss World 2025: Jacqueline Fernandez Gears Up for Show-Stopping Act At Grand Finale in Hyderabad

May 31, 2025: Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez is all set to dazzle the stage tonight at the grand finale of the 72nd Miss World pageant, taking place at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad. The glamorous event, which marks India’s third time hosting the international beauty competition, will see participation from 108 contestants representing countries across the globe.

The finale is expected to be a glittering evening filled with culture, fashion, and the spirit of “Beauty With A Purpose.” Over the last month, the contestants have immersed themselves in Indian culture and participated in charitable initiatives around Telangana. Jacqueline’s performance, one of the most anticipated acts of the evening, will add a dash of Bollywood sparkle to the international celebration.

The event will be co-hosted by Miss World 2016 Stephanie Del Valle and Indian television presenter Sachiin Kumbhar. Several global icons and celebrities are expected to be in attendance, making this one of the most high-profile entertainment nights of the year.

Cannes Glory for Jacqueline

Just days before her Miss World appearance, Jacqueline turned heads at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, where she was one of seven honourees at the Women in Cinema gala hosted by the Red Sea Film Foundation. Dressed in a striking red ensemble, the actress shared her excitement on Instagram, especially about meeting Hollywood icons Jessica Alba and Juliette Binoche.

“This was a dream,” she captioned her photos with Alba and other honourees. “Meeting all my idols and being part of such a meaningful event… all thanks to @redseafilm this was possible for me!”

In a heartfelt follow-up post, she added: “As an honouree, I had the opportunity to meet the most fantastic women in cinema… I left feeling inspired and wanting to grow more, explore more.”

Passion for Female-Driven Stories

Fernandez, known for her advocacy of women’s empowerment in cinema, has consistently voiced her support for stories driven by and about women. “Women supporting women and empowering each other in our film industry is what I truly believe in,” she previously posted.

On the Work Front

Jacqueline was last seen in the action thriller Hai Junoon alongside Neil Nitin Mukesh. She is currently filming Housefull 5, the latest installment in the hit comedy franchise.

As Jacqueline steps onto the Miss World stage tonight, fans eagerly await a performance that will blend Bollywood glamour with global celebration — a fitting moment for an actress who is truly having her international moment.