# Miss Universe India 2026 finalists unwind with Sufi Night in Indore 2026-08-09T14:05:48+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The 52 finalists of Miss Universe India 2026 gathered for a Sufi Night at Unwind Resort near Indore on August 8, part of a 10-day grooming programme. The musical evening, organised by Glamanand Group, let contestants unwind and bond in traditional Indo-Western outfits. The grand finale is scheduled for August 23 at Zee Studios, Jaipur, where reigning Miss Universe India Manika Vishwakarma will crown her successor. Contestants were selected from regional state pageants, NRI auditions, and wild cards, with 8,000-9,000 aspirants initially considered. They undergo training in communication, presentation, and dance, with rehearsals nearing 14-15 hours daily closer to the finale. The winner will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico in November 2026. ## Coverage - freepressjournal.in Tags: Indore, Jaipur, Miss Universe India, pageantry, Sufi Night, training Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/miss-universe-india-2026-finalists-unwind-with-sufi-night-in-indore/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/miss-universe-india-2026-finalists-unwind-with-sufi-night-in-indore/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.