Kerala’s Liz Mejo Vows to Bring Home India’s 4th Miss Universe Crown
Kaziah Liz Mejo, crowned Miss Universe India 2026, opens up on her journey and her mission to bring India’s fourth Miss Universe title home.
Kaziah Liz Mejo has become the face of India’s beauty pageant hopes this year. The law student, model, and classical dancer from Kerala was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 on August 24, beating out 52 other contestants in one of the most closely fought editions of the competition in recent memory.
Now, as she prepares to represent the country on the global stage, Liz Mejo has spoken candidly about her journey, her gratitude, and her determination to bring the Miss Universe crown back to India for the fourth time.
Liz Mejo on Chasing the Miss Universe Title
Speaking after her win, Liz Mejo expressed heartfelt thanks to everyone who backed her along the way. “I am deeply grateful to India, to Kerala, to my organisation, my supporters, and my trainers. This title is very close to my heart,” she said. “We are fully prepared to bring the fourth Miss Universe crown back to India. I am excited all over again — this moment matters not just for me and for Kerala, but for the whole country.”
Her words reflect the weight many in the pageant community are placing on this year’s contest. India last won the Miss Universe title decades ago, and each new representative carries the hope of ending that long wait.
Meeting Kerala’s Chief Minister
Liz Mejo also spoke about a recent meeting with the Chief Minister of Kerala, recalling an earlier encounter that had stayed with her. “I met him a few months ago, when I had won the Miss Universe Kerala title and was heading to represent the state at Miss Universe India, hoping to bring the first crown home,” she said. “Even then, he supported me a great deal and placed a lot of trust in me. He wished me well.”
The Chief Minister’s continued encouragement, she said, has stayed with her as motivation through the competition.
A Three-Year Journey to the Crown
Asked about her path to the Miss Universe India title, Liz Mejo described it as the culmination of years of preparation. “It has been an incredible journey. I have been preparing for this for the last three years. The Miss Universe title was always what I wanted,” she said. “I now stand here as the first Malayali woman to win this title. I have the opportunity to represent not just Kerala, but 1.4 billion people — a large part of the world. I promise once again that the Miss Universe crown will be ours.”
Her framing of the win as both a personal and national milestone has resonated widely, particularly in Kerala, where pageant fans are celebrating the state’s first-ever Miss Universe India winner.
Who Is Kaziah Liz Mejo?
Here’s a closer look at the woman now carrying India’s hopes into the global pageant:
She was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 on August 24, 2026.
The competition saw 53 contestants compete, with the top five finalists being Vaishnavi, Tejaswini Srivastava, Liz Mejo, Anushree Satawalekar, and Anubha Vashisht.
Liz Mejo is a law student, professional model, and trained classical dancer.
Earlier in 2026, she won the Miss Universe Kerala title, becoming the youngest woman from the state to do so.
In 2025, she was first runner-up at Miss Teen International.
What Happens Next?
With the national title secured, Liz Mejo now moves into the preparation phase for the international Miss Universe pageant, where she will compete against representatives from dozens of countries. Her team and supporters in Kerala are expected to rally behind her training and public appearances in the coming months as she works toward the global stage.
Conclusion
Kaziah Liz Mejo’s win as Miss Universe India 2026 marks a historic first for Kerala and adds fresh momentum to India’s long-standing pursuit of a fourth Miss Universe crown. Backed by strong public support, a mentor in the state’s Chief Minister, and years of personal preparation, Liz Mejo now carries the hopes of both her home state and the country into the international competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who won Miss Universe India 2026?
Ans. Kaziah Liz Mejo, a law student and classical dancer from Kerala, was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 on August 24.
Q2. Is this Kerala’s first Miss Universe India win?
Ans. Yes, Liz Mejo is the first Malayali woman to win the Miss Universe India title.
Q3. What did Liz Mejo say about winning the crown for India?
Ans. She said she and her team are fully prepared to bring Miss Universe’s fourth crown back to India.
Q4. What other titles has Liz Mejo won?
Ans. She previously won Miss Universe Kerala 2026 and was first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025.
Q5. Who were the other top finalists at Miss Universe India 2026?
Ans. The top five included Vaishnavi, Tejaswini Srivastava, Liz Mejo, Anushree Satawalekar, and Anubha Vashisht.
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