Miss Universe 2023: India's Divita Rai competes for the crown

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The pageant will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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The winner will be crowned by Harnaaz Sandhu, the reigning Miss Universe.

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Divita Rai grew up in Mangaluru, Karnataka, and always dreamt of becoming Miss India.

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Yellow Star Yellow Star Divita Rai participated in Miss Diva 2021 competition and reached the top three spots but lost the crown to Harnaaz Sandhu. Yellow Instagram Yellow Heart Image source: indiatvnews.com

Divita Rai took part in the following year’s Miss Diva 2022 and won the crown.

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Yellow Star She wore a traditional "Sone Ki Chidiya" national costume for the event, which drew attention for its stunning design. Yellow Instagram Yellow Heart Image source: TV9BharatVarsh

Divita Rai stays active by indulging in her favorite sports — badminton and basketball.

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Divita Rai is fluent in multiple languages including English, Hindi, and Assamese.

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