NEW DELHI: Miss India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma may not have clinched the Miss Universe 2025 crown, but she has certainly won hearts with her elegant and graceful appearances. Known for her versatile style, Manika’s beauty in Indian sarees has garnered significant admiration from fans and fashion enthusiasts alike.
One look that stood out recently featured her in a transformative teal saree, the Colour of the Year 2026, which instantly stole the spotlight.
The saree, designed by Jigar Mali, was adorned with antique gold dori and intricate handwork. The blouse was expertly tailored, featuring matching embroidery that complemented the saree beautifully.
Jewellery and Makeup Highlights
Manika completed her traditional look with delicate jewellery including a necklace, earrings, maang tikka, and bangles, perfectly complementing her attire for a day of interviews.
Her makeup was flawlessly executed with a dewy, airbrushed base, soft contouring, and pink-gold highlights. Eye makeup included eyeliner, kajal, mascara, and faux lashes, paired with a glossy nude-brown lipstick.
A long, thick braid tied with a paranda added a classic Indian touch, making her overall look both traditional and glamorous.
Beauty with Brains
Hailing from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, Manika is more than just a pageant queen. She is a political science student and an award-winning artist. Through her initiative Neuronova, she advocates for neurodiversity, raising awareness about conditions like ADHD.
At the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, Manika made it to the top 30 contestants, narrowly missing out on bringing India its fourth Miss Universe crown. Previous winners include Sushmita Sen, Lara Dutta, and Harnaaz Sandhu.
