The final round of the 11th Miss World. Folk Queen 2025 Beauty Contest for international students of Penza State University took place at Penza State University on Monday, November 24

Following the casting call on September 29, seven representatives from various countries were selected from among the many applicants. Active preparation for the final day and other mandatory stages of the competition, including the draw, the intellectual competition, and the photo shoot, lasted for two months.

The draw took place in the format of a musical quiz at the K.A. Savitsky Penza Regional Art Gallery, and the competition entries were distributed as follows:

No. 1 - Aneri Shah (India)
No. 2 - Nurayim Maksatova (Kyrgyzstan)
No. 3 - Linda Yahi (Algeria)
No. 4 - Nuska Arpbekova (Kyrgyzstan)
No. 5 - Amal Dakir (Morocco)
No. 6 - Larisa Saakova (Turkmenistan)
No. 7 - Hyalvi Puvar (India)

As part of the competition, the Penza Regional Library for Children and Young Adults hosted an intellectual round—an interactive and educational meeting between international students and schoolchildren from Penza and the Penza Region called "Friendship Lessons." Each participant presented their country, shared their traditions and customs with the students, and treated them to national cuisine.

The final and most exciting stage for all the girls was the final show, "Geometry of Sound"! On stage, each participant strived to highlight their national character and natural femininity. The distinguished jury members assessed not only their appearance but also their artistry, manners, public presence, and other creative talents. Undoubtedly, the highlight of the concert was the performances by the Institute of International Cooperation activists and invited guests, as well as the first-ever men's fashion show.

"Looking at this stage and feeling the audience's reaction, you're once again convinced of the truth of the immortal phrase. Indeed, there's no doubt that beauty will save the world," emphasized Gleb Sintsov, Vice-Rector for International Affairs at PSU.

Based on the results of the competition programme, the nominations were distributed as follows:

Miss smile - Shah Aneri, India
Miss Charm - Arpbekova Nuska, Kyrgyzstan
Miss Grace - Saakova Larisa, Turkmenistan
Miss Elegance - Yahi Linda, Algeria
Miss Artistry - Dakir Amal, Morocco
Miss Tenderness - Maksatova Nurayim, Kyrgyzstan
Miss Natural - Puvar Hyalvi, India
Miss Photo – Dakir Amal, Morocco
Miss Intelligence – Yahi Linda, Algeria
Miss People's Choice Award – Puvar Hyalvi, India
Miss Creativity – Saakova Larisa, Turkmenistan

The title of "Miss World. Folk Queen - 2025" was awarded to Linda Yahi (Algeria), 1st Vice-Miss World - Amal Dakir (Morocco), 2nd Vice-Miss World - Hyalvi Puwar (India).