Malaysia wins Best National Costume at Miss Universe 2019 (Updated)


Shweta Sekhon dons the national costume designed by couturier Carven Ong.

UPDATE: The organisers of Miss Universe 2019 have clarified that Miss Philippines, and not Miss Malaysia, is the rightful winner of the Best National Costume award.

Read more here: Miss Universe organisers: Philippines, not Malaysia, won Best National Costume



Miss Universe Malaysia, Shweta Sekhon, has won the hearts of pageant fans with her national costume. The 22-year-old was awarded Best National Costume at the 2019 Miss Universe pageant in Atlanta, via online voting.

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