The coveted Miss Universe title finally came home – after 21 years – as Chandigarh-born Harnaaz Sandhu was declared the winner of the 70th edition of the pageant on Sunday night in Eliat, Israel.
Actor Lara Dutta won the title most recently in 2000.
In second place is Miss Paraguay Nadia Ferreira, followed by Miss South Africa Lalela Mswane.
The model, the model’s Instagram profile reads “Shine like the universe is yours”, having previously won the title of ‘Miss Universe Diva 2021’, paving the way for the Miss Universe pageant 2021.
Harnaaz, who started modeling at a young age, gradually entered beauty contests and won the first contest – Miss Chandigarh 2017.
According to her Miss Universe delegate biography, Harnaaz, a Punjabi, was inspired by her mother, who “breaks through generations of patriarchy to become a successful gynecologist and leader.” family”.
Harnaaz Sandhu is very close to his family (Harnaaz Sandhu / Instagram Stories)
“Also motivated to support other women, Harnaaz grew up with her mother who worked in health camps to address women’s health and menstrual hygiene. Deeply aware of the privilege her mother’s struggles bestowed on her, Harnaaz is today a strong advocate for women’s empowerment, especially their constitutional rights to women. their education, profession and freedom of choice,” the biography reads.
Harnaaz, being an actor in his profession, was inspired by actors and Miss World 2000 Priyanka Chopra and her work.
Former Miss Universe Lara Dutta also congratulated her on her victory.
Congratulations @ HarnaazSandhu03 !!!! Welcome to the club!!! We waited 21 long years for this!!! You make us so proud!!! Billions of dreams come true!!! @MissDivaOrg @Miss Universe
– Lara Dutta Bhupathi (@LaraDutta) December 13, 2021
“In his spare time, Harnaaz enjoys the company of friends, enjoys yoga, dancing, cooking, horseback riding and playing chess. She is a water baby and never misses a chance to jump in the pool to rejuvenate herself. She believes in the saying – “Great things happen to those who keep believing, trying, learning, and being grateful”, read her delegate bio.
Do you know these interesting things about Harnaaz?
* She can “imitate almost anyone, including animals”
* She is a “wardrobe singer”
* Favorite “write couplets in my mother tongue Punjabi”
Ahead of the finale, the actress and model wrote how she “was a winner” as she shared a video showing her praying at Amritsar’s Golden Temple.
“Faith is invisible. It feels. That’s the feeling I have in my heart today. I have faith in God, my family, and the blessings you all have given me. I have enjoyed my journey and as we near the end of this beauty pageant I want to relive the memories with my family, Punjab. I want you all to know that I am grateful to all of you and all the experiences I have had during these 1.5 months. I was a winner. I have all of you. See you at the finale of Miss Universe 2021! ” she writes.
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