Top 10 Miss Universe 2025 Favorites: From Turks and Caicos, Mexico and Venezuela These Contestants Are Taking Over Bangkok

The Miss Universe 2025 competition has officially gone global, and the spotlight is blazing hottest on ten contestants who have captured the world's attention from Latin America, Europe, Asia and the U.S.

With coronation night set for November 21 at Impact Arena, international pageant analysts, betting boards, and social-media trends are already naming their frontrunners. These women aren't just beautiful, they're bilingual, outspoken, and driving conversations that go far beyond fashion and sashes.

1.Bereniece Dickenson (Turks & Caicos Islands)

Bereniece Dickenson, the current Miss Universe Turks & Caicos Islands 2025, will represent the territory at the 74th Miss Universe competition this November in Thailand. Originally from Salt Cay and only 22 years old, she has already distinguished herself through her studies in Architecture and Building Technologies and her fluency in four languages: English, Spanish, French, and Tagalog. Her platform focuses on the Butterfly Effect Project, an initiative centered on youth empowerment, mentorship, and community development. Dickenson's presence in the pageant world marks a renewed era for Turks & Caicos, combining elegance, purpose, and a socially driven vision.

2.Inna Moll (Chile)

Digital superstar Inna Moll, from Viña del Mar, is redefining pageantry with authenticity. The influencer-turned-model, known for her mental-health advocacy and sustainable-fashion projects, commands more than a million followers. Her natural charisma and bilingual confidence have made her a fan favorite and the top-ranked Latina heading into the Bangkok finals.

3.Mahyla Roth (Costa Rica)

Afro-Costa Rican beauty Mahyla Roth, from Limón, is a breakout icon for diversity in Central America. A model and wellness advocate, she radiates warmth and emotional intelligence. Her commanding stage presence and proud representation of her Caribbean heritage have pushed her into nearly every Top-5 forecast worldwide.

4.Stephany Abasali (Venezuela)

Representing the world's most successful pageant nation, Stephany Abasali brings polished perfection to Bangkok. A model and TV host, she combines discipline with empathy, and her eloquent answers make her Venezuela's strongest delegate in years. Analysts say she's "the one to beat" if performance and interview scores align.

5.Lee Suyeon (South Korea)

Lee Suyeon was crowned Miss Universe Korea 2025 on September 25, 2025, and will represent South Korea at the 74th Miss Universe competition in Thailand. Professionally, she is a model, actress, and instructor.

6. Nadia Mejía (Ecuador)

Daughter of pop icon Gerardo Mejía (Rico Suave) and former model Kathy Eicher, Nadia Mejía blends Hollywood experience with Ecuadorian warmth. A model and body-positivity activist, she's admired for her candor about eating-disorder recovery. Her cross-cultural appeal and confidence make her a major threat for the crown.

7. Veena Pravenar (Thailand)

Born in Chiang Mai on April 16, 1996, to Indian parents, Veena later became a naturalised Thai citizen. She is a graduate in Russian Studies from Thammasat University. Her pageant journey began in 2018 when she was placed as second runner-up. Veena came even closer in 2020 as first runner-up to Amanda Obdam, and again in 2023, taking the second runner-up spot.

8. Fátima Bosch (Mexico)

Fashion designer Fátima Bosch, from Tabasco, turned a Bangkok controversy into a global moment of empowerment. Her calm response to Thai director Nawat Itsaragrisil's public questioning won her admiration worldwide. Educated in Milan and Vermont, Bosch combines elegance and strength, making her the "comeback favorite" of 2025.

9. Jaime Vanderberg (Canada)

Jaime Vanderberg is easily one of the most likable contestants this year and my personal favorite. She's received tons of love online for her bravery and her charity work, and honestly, it's well deserved. She even climbed Mexico's highest peak to raise money for women's shelters in both Canada and Mexico. People don't just admire her, they're genuinely moved by her!

10. Vanessa Pulgarín (Colombia)

Medellín's Vanessa Pulgarín is no stranger to the spotlight. A former Miss International delegate, she fuses elegance with emotional depth. Her advocacy for mental-health awareness resonates globally, and her polished interviews have landed her on nearly every international "Best Spoken" list.