It has been incredible so far: Samantha Poole on Miss World pageant in Hyderabad

ANI May 15, 2025 222 views

Miss World New Zealand 2025 Samantha Poole is loving her time in India, calling it an incredible experience. She founded Anni Bloom, a charity helping people overcome adversity through confidence-building. Contestants visited historic sites like the Thousand Pillar Temple and Warangal Fort. The pageant, running until May 31, brings together over 100 countries in Hyderabad.

"It has been incredible so far...we help them bloom through their adversities" – Samantha Poole
Hyderabad, May 14: Miss World New Zealand 2025 Samantha Poole, who is representing her country at the 72nd Miss World pageant, shared her experience of visiting India.

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Samantha Poole praises India’s cultural richness

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Highlights her charity Anni Bloom supporting people with disabilities

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Miss World contestants explore UNESCO sites in Telangana

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Pageant fosters global unity with 100+ countries participating

"It has been incredible so far, and it has been just a week here in India, and we have visited many places...I started a foundation, a charity, called Anni Bloom, and it's about blooming through your adversity. So, we work with lots of organisations and people who are struggling with disabilities and challenges in their life and we help them bloom through their adversities, helping them build confidence, spreading kindness and creating those safe spaces for them to bloom...," she told ANI.

"It's been so good so far. I mean, it's over a 100 different countries coming together (at the 72nd Miss World Pageant.)," she added.

Meanwhile, contestants of the 72nd Miss World Festival visited the Thousand Pillar Temple in Hanamakonda, Telangana.A team of Miss World 2025 Contestants explored the historic Thousand Pillar Temple. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu and Surya. Thousand Pillar Temple, along with Warangal Fort and Kakatiya Kala Thoranam are added to the tentative list of World Heritage sites recognised by UNESCO.

Clad in beautiful saris, the stunning contestants posed for the camera.

On May 14, the group split for heritage tours, with Group 1 visiting Warangal Fort, the 1000 Pillar Temple, and Bhadrakali Temple, while Group 2 exploring the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple, complete with a traditional Perini dance performance.

Earlier, as part of the Miss World 2025 event being hosted in Hyderabad, 109 contestants representing countries from across the globe visited the iconic Charminar in Hyderabad.

On Monday, the contestants of the 72nd Miss World Festival from the Asian and Oceanic regions, marked Buddha Purnima with a cultural and spiritual visit to Buddhavanam, a renowned Buddhist heritage site at Nagarjunasagar in Telangana's Nalgonda district.

The heritage tour, a significant part of the festival's itinerary, aims to highlight Telangana's rich history and diverse cultural heritage to offer the contestants the region's profound spiritual and historical legacy.

The day's itinerary included a brief stopover at a guest house near Chintapalli, followed by a picturesque photo session at Vijay Vihar, set against the serene backdrop of the Nagarjunasagar reservoir.

The event, which began on May 10 is set to conclude on May 31.

Reader Comments

Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments about the Miss World pageant in Hyderabad:
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Priya K.
So proud to see Hyderabad hosting Miss World! The contestants visiting our heritage sites is the best cultural diplomacy. The pictures at Thousand Pillar Temple are stunning - our architecture speaks volumes about India's glorious past. 🇮🇳
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Arjun S.
While the event is glamorous, I hope the organizers also highlight India's current social issues through such platforms. Miss NZ's charity work is commendable - we need more focus on disability inclusion in our country too.
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Sunita R.
The contestants in saris at our temples - what a beautiful sight! 😍 This is how we should showcase India to the world - through our rich culture and traditions. Telangana tourism is getting such wonderful exposure!
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Rahul M.
The Buddha Purnima visit was a thoughtful inclusion. India's Buddhist heritage is often overlooked internationally. Hope the contestants take back stories of India's spiritual diversity beyond just Bollywood and Taj Mahal.
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Neha T.
While I appreciate the event, I wish local artisans got more visibility. Maybe next time they can include handloom demonstrations or meet weavers? Our crafts deserve global attention too!
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Vikram P.
Hyderabad is the perfect host city - great infrastructure, rich history, and amazing food! Hope the contestants tried our biryani and Irani chai. These cultural exchanges make India shine on global stage ✨

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