THT Miss Nepal
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THT Miss Nepal
The Hidden Treasure Miss Nepal 2026: Celebrating Legacy, Empowerment, and Global Recognition
The Hidden Treasure (THT) Miss Nepal pageant, which celebrated its 30th Anniversary in 2024, is considered the country's oldest, largest national, and most enduring beauty pageant, held annually in Kathmandu, Nepal. Since the start of this pageant in 1994, it has been a platform providing a source of empowerment and inspiration not only to women but for others as well.
The years 2019 and 2020 were historic moments for the Miss Nepal Pageant and The Hidden Treasure respectively as they celebrated their 25th Anniversary after overcoming many struggles, hardships, and obstacles as THT went about searching for the true meaning and purpose of beauty pageantry in the country. Today, over 700 participants have gone through the Miss Nepal journey and have made significant strides in their various fields.
Each of our winners has something unique to offer which can benefit society and the environment they are in. Contrary to popular belief, this pageant is not only about glamour, fame, dazzling dresses, and tiaras; but very much also about beauty with a purpose, tenacity of purpose, feminism, women empowerment, kindness, humility, and unity. THT is proud of all of our past winners and immensely happy to follow them as they pursue their ambitions. The winners of the event compete in Miss World, Miss International, and from 2025, Miss Cosmo pageants held across the globe. As the name of our company suggests—"The Hidden Treasure"—we try to find the suitable gem from our treasure trove, the ones who can represent our country as its brand ambassador internationally.
Over the years, Miss Nepal titleholders have elevated Nepal's presence on the international pageant stage through remarkable achievements and prestigious recognitions. Ishani Shrestha created history at Miss World 2013 by winning the esteemed Beauty with a Purpose award, becoming the first Nepali to receive this honor. Shrinkhala Khatiwada continued this legacy by securing the Beauty with a Purpose Award at Miss World 2018, while Anushka Shrestha further strengthened Nepal's reputation by winning both the Beauty with a Purpose and Multimedia Awards at Miss World 2019. Representing The Hidden Treasure Miss Nepal 2022, Priyanka Rani Joshi earned the Beauty with a Purpose Award – Asia & Oceania Region, and Dr. Sareesha Shrestha (Miss Nepal Earth 2022) received the Best Eco-Video Award for Asia & Oceania. At Miss Earth 2024, Sumana K.C. won a Silver Medal in the Upcycle Attire Competition. Sony Ghale won a gold medal in the talent round at Miss Earth 2025. Together, these accomplishments highlight the growing global impact of Miss Nepal delegates as advocates for social, environmental, and humanitarian causes.
The Hidden Treasure Miss Nepal 2026 title holders are:
The grand finale of Miss Nepal 2026 was elevated to an international spectacle with the presence of distinguished global personalities. Mr. Namhot, a renowned Pageant Designer from Vietnam, graced the Top Model event, bringing his world-class expertise and design excellence to the Nepali stage. Additionally, the grand finale witnessed the esteemed presence of Mr. Henry, CEO of Miss Cosmo Organisation, along with Ms. Yolina Lindquist, the reigning Miss Cosmo International winner 2026, and Ms. Chelsea Fernandez, the 1st Runners-up of Miss Cosmo 2026. Their visit underscored the growing international recognition of Miss Nepal and strengthened the bond between Nepal and the global pageant community.
History: Miss Nepal (Since 1994)
Kathmandu Jaycees, established in 1970, organized the first MISS NEPAL Beauty Pageant in 1994 on the special occasion of Kathmandu Jaycees Silver Jubilee. The hosting of the first ever pageant gave the organization much experience. The Pageant was successfully organized under the Chairmanship of past president of Kathmandu Jaycees Sen. Gopal Sundar Lal Kakshapati and Project Committee Chairman of the First Miss Nepal Organizing committee Jc. Rupesh Pradhan.
Earlier, Nepal remained unrepresented in the international beauty pageants. Today our young Nepali ladies are getting enough opportunities and the experience to represent Nepal abroad. Jaycees aim is to develop leadership qualities and provide a forum for individuals to discover their own hidden talent that come out with preservance and varied trainings.
Miss Nepal's Objective
Miss Nepal's objective rests on three pillars: personality and leadership development and women empowerment. The organizer's are basically in search of a personality that combines beauty, brain, confidence and a positive mind and one who will be able to re-present Nepal as its worthy ambassador to the outside world. A strong Miss Nepal must also possess interests in empowering women, engage in social service and in promoting issues related to women. In 1995, to give the Miss Nepal pageant a more professional approach, senior members of Kathmandu Jaycees who was involved in organizing first Miss Nepal Pageant established The Hidden Treasure (1995), which now annually organizes Miss Nepal Pageants. Some of the revenue generated from Miss Nepal Pageants is donated for the various community development projects of JCI Kathmandu-Nepal.
