In what is being considered as a major boost for the entertainment industry, the Miss World Organisation has officially appointed EndemolShine India as the producers of the 71st Miss World Festival, scheduled to take place between February 18 and March 9, 2024 in Delhi and Mumbai. The event will be held across several venues that include the Bharat Mandapam in Delhi and the Jio Convention Centre in Mumbai. Interestingly, Miss World event returns to India after 28 years and is showcasing a grand celebration of female achievement and women's empowerment.
Rishi Negi, group COO, Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India said, "Getting the production mandate for Miss World 2024 is a testament to our leadership and excellence in large-scale event production. This opportunity allows us to bring our expertise in large-scale event production. It also allows us to celebrate one of the most celebrated global events in India."
The Miss World show, which began in 1951, has gone beyond conventional beauty shows, and encourages empowering women through humanitarian service. This Miss World festival this year will feature various competitions and charitable initiatives, thereby focusing on qualities that make women ambassadors of change.
Julia Evelyn Morley, CEO, Miss World Organisation said, "Returning to India, a country that I adore, and inviting 120 national winners to experience the beauty of this nation is a tremendous honour. We will be bringing the world to India and showcasing India to the world."
Some of the key competitions during the festival include:
*Miss World Sport Challenge, Delhi
*Miss World Talent Final, Mumbai
*Multi media challenge, Mumbai
*Continental Beauty with a Purpose Challenge, Delhi
*Miss World Red Carpet Special Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
*71st Miss World Final Global Telecast: 7:30pm to 10pm, March 9, Mumbai.
Branding, sponsorship, and media management for the festival will be done by Adsplash Media Pvt Limited. "It is an honour to be associated with one of the most prestigious global events," said Karan Sethi, founder and director of Adsplash Media.