Fátima Bosch wins Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand amid major controversies; India’s Manika Vishwakarma finishes in Top 12. Photo: X.
Miss Universe 2025 Winner: Mexico’s Fátima Bosch has won the 74th Miss Universe title, securing the crown in a closely watched pageant held in Thailand. Thailand finished as the first runner-up, followed by Venezuela, the Philippines, and Côte d’Ivoire in the top placements.
India’s Manika Vishwakarma reached the Top 12, but was eliminated after the swimsuit round. She stood alongside over 100 contestants, using her platform to promote inclusive education, mental wellness, and artistic expression.
Winner: Mexico, Fátima Bosch
First Runner-Up, Thailand
Second Runner-Up, Venezuela
Third Runner-Up, Philippines
Fourth Runner-Up, Côte d’Ivoire
The pageant, hosted in Thailand, began at 8:00 am local time (6:30 am IST). This year’s edition was overshadowed by a series of controversies, from accusations of belittling a contestant’s intellect to walkouts and emotional breakdowns onstage.
The event was hosted by internationally acclaimed performer Steve Byrne, while Thai singer-songwriter Jeff Satur delivered performances during the opening and Top 5 segments.
Also Read: Miss Universe 2025: Manika Vishwakarma From India Gets Dropped Out Of Top 12
Born and raised in Mexico, Fátima Bosch has pursued modelling from a young age and is known for her commitment to social advocacy. In September 2025, she became the first woman from the Mexican state of Tabasco to win the Miss Universe Mexico title.
Bosch studied fashion design at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico and later attended the Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti in Milan, Italy, as well as the Lyndon Institute in Vermont. She has openly discussed battling dyslexia and Adult Hyperactivity Disorder, and has spoken about being bullied in school.
The 26-year-old became a symbol of self-respect and dignity following a public confrontation with Thai pageant director Nawat Itsaragrisil ahead of the Miss Universe competition in Bangkok.
According to reports, Itsaragrisil allegedly referred to Bosch as a “dumb head” and criticised her for not participating in promotional material for Thailand. The incident triggered walkouts by several models.
During the tense moment, Itsaragrisil reportedly said, “If anyone wants to continue the contest, sit down. If you step out, the rest Also Read: Miss Universe 2025 Winner: Mexico’s Fátima Bosch Crowned Champion as India’s Manika Vishwakarma Misses Top 12
Zubair Amin is a Senior Journalist at NewsX with over seven years of experience in reporting and editorial work. He has written for leading national and international publications, including Foreign Policy Magazine, Al Jazeera, The Economic Times, The Indian Express, The Wire, Article 14, Mongabay, News9, among others. His primary focus is on international affairs, with a strong interest in US politics and policy. He also writes on West Asia, Indian polity, and constitutional issues. Zubair tweets at zubaiyr.amin
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