Hyderabad: It wasn’t just glamour on display at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium today. Dozens of Miss World contestants from across the globe took the court in a rare sports event that blended grace with grit smashing stereotypes and shuttlecocks in equal measure.
Hosted under the “Beauty with a Purpose” programme by the Miss World Foundation, the event spotlighted fitness, sportsmanship and cross-cultural bonding. Participants threw themselves into friendly matches of badminton, table tennis, volleyball and even group yoga drawing cheers from a spirited crowd.
The stadium buzzed with colour and camaraderie as beauty queens in sports gear battled it out in teams, showing off discipline, agility and team spirit. Telangana government officials rolled out a warm welcome, while local sports figures and Miss World representatives joined in to applaud the effort.
One standout moment: a synchronised yoga session that drew focus to mental calm and physical well-being. Spectators were visibly impressed, with several praising the fusion of beauty, athleticism and purpose.
Organisers said the event aimed to leave a message for youth that real beauty lies in discipline, fitness and character. For Telangana, the showcase doubled as a soft power move, putting its hospitality, cultural identity and growing sports infrastructure in the international spotlight.
Locals hope the event inspires Hyderabad’s youth to lean into a healthier lifestyle and pushes the city closer to becoming a global hub for sport and culture.