Harnaaz Sandhu Trips During Her Final Walk At Miss Universe 2022 Stage, Holds Back Her Tears [Video]

Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu made every Indian proud after bringing the Miss Universe 2021 title home after 21 years. The beauty queen, Harnaaz Sandhu had a momentous win at the beauty pageant in December 2021 as she became the winner of the 70th edition of the pageant in Eliat, Israel. For the unversed, it was Sushmita Sen, who had brought the coveted title of Miss Universe home in 1994 and had become the first Indian to win the competition. Later, in 2000, Lara Dutta was crowned as Miss Universe after six years. 

Harnaaz Sandhu's final walk as Miss Universe

On January 15, 2023, the world witnessed the Miss Universe 2022 coronation ceremony, which was held in New Orleans, USA. This time, USA’s candidate, R'Bonney Gabriel won the Miss Universe 2022 title, while Venezuela’s Amanda Dudamel was the first runner-up. Chandigarh-based, Harnaaz Sandhu graced the event and went on to crown her successor at the grand event. However, Harnaaz got extremely emotional at the moment, and she was teary-eyed as she walked the stage one last time as the reigning Miss Universe at the event.

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Harnaaz Sandhu almost tripped on the stage as she took her final walk as Miss Universe

A video of Harnaaz's final walk was shared on the official Twitter handle of the Miss Universe organisation. In the video, Harnaaz Sandhu held back her tears and greeted the audience with a namaste gesture. However, as she proceeded to walk the stage, she almost got tripped. However, the beauty with brains recovered like a queen and continued her walk with elegance and confidence. During the emotional moment, we could hear her voiceover playing in the background as Harnaaz said:

"I was 17 years old when I first took the stage and since then becoming Miss Universe has been my goal. I've been given the megaphone on a worldwide stage to present the topic of menstrual equity before world leaders asking them to keep this conversation ongoing."

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Harnaaz Sandhu pays tribute to Sushmita Sen and Lara Dutta at Miss Universe 2022

However, the highlight of the Miss Universe 2022 event was Harnaaz Sandhu's dazzling black gown for the ceremony. Harnaaz paid a beautiful tribute to her predecessors, Sushmita Sen and Lara Dutta with her outfit. Miss Universe 2021, Harnaaz looked gorgeous in a low-cut embellished gown, which featured pictures of Sushmita Sen and Lara Dutta from their winning moment at the pageant. Ace designer, Saisha Shinde, who designed this beautiful masterpiece, shared photos and videos of the gown and revealed how the gown brought our trio of pride, Sushmita, Lara and Harnaaz together.

When Harnaaz Sandhu talked about suffering from celiac disease

Once in an interview with People magazine, Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu revealed that she has been facing a lot of trolling and body-shaming for her weight gain. Sharing that she was bullied for her weight gain, Harnaaz stated that it was uncomfortable for her. She also stated that she is learning to embrace her flaws and accept her body as it is. Harnaaz also talked about breaking down in the most unexpected moments due to the insensitive comments. The model-turned-actress revealed that she is suffering from celiac disease, due to which she is allergic to many food items. Talking about the same, Harnaaz stated that she has a gluten allergy, soy allergy and coconut allergy. 

On the work front, Harnaaz Sandhu has worked in a few Punjabi films, including Yaara Diyan Poo Baran and Bai Ji Kuttange.

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