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Model and television actress Samira Khan Mahi is set to represent Bangladesh at the 75th edition of the Miss Universe pageant after winning the Miss Universe Bangladesh 2026 crown.
Mahi was announced as the winner at a grand ceremony held at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka on Saturday evening (November 7).
Last year’s winner, Tanjia Zaman Mithila, crowned her at the event.
The organisers confirmed that Mahi will represent Bangladesh at the international competition, scheduled to take place in Puerto Rico from November 11. The grand finale of the 75th edition is scheduled for November 24.
Mahi became emotional after her name was announced as the winner.
Actress Toma Mirza was also present at the ceremony.
Expressing her excitement, Mahi said she was proud to have the opportunity to represent Bangladesh on an international platform for the first time.
She said she wanted to showcase the country’s culture and people to the world.
“My parents told me, ‘Go and conquer the world.’ I seek everyone’s prayers so that I can return after bringing glory to Bangladesh,” she said.
Mahi will follow in the footsteps of Tanjia Zaman Mithila, who represented Bangladesh at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in 2025.
Mithila made history by securing a place in the top 30 among contestants from 122 countries, marking Bangladesh’s first-ever placement in the competition.
Mahi’s participation has raised expectations among Bangladeshi fans as she prepares to take the country’s name to the global stage.