India's Kazia Liz Mezo and Pakistan's Misbah Arshad to compete at 75th Miss Universe

All eyes are on Miss Universe 2026, with contestants from both India and Pakistan set to take part. Kazia Liz Mezo will represent India and Misbah Arshad Pakistan, giving fans an India-versus-Pakistan contest on the Miss Universe stage.

Mezo, India's representative, has left for Puerto Rico to take part in the 75th Miss Universe pageant. Some photographs of her were shared on the official Instagram account of Miss Universe India. They show her at the airport in a sari, holding the Indian tricolour, with pride at representing the country plain on her face.

The account also posted a caption with the photographs. It reads: "A queen carries not just a crown, but the dreams and hopes of a nation." The caption goes on to say that Miss Universe India 2026 Kazia Liz Mezo, adorned in tradition and wearing her crown with pride, has set out for Puerto Rico to represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant. According to the caption, she is ready to shine on the world stage with charm, determination and the spirit of a billion dreams.

The photographs are going viral on social media, and fans are showering her with good wishes. People are expressing hope that India will win the Miss Universe crown this year.

Mezo won the Miss Universe India 2026 title. She spent her childhood in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. She is now ready to represent India at the international level, and all eyes are on her performance. Pakistan's Misbah Arshad is also taking part, which has heightened the interest among fans in both countries.