Kathmandu: Binita Gurung, contestant number 16, has won the prestigious title of ‘Mrs. Nepal World 2026’ at the sixth edition of the beauty pageant organized by Ribbon Entertainment. The grand finale was held on Saturday, November 1 (Kartik 14), at Nepal Police Club in Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu.
The competition was organized with the objective of highlighting the talent, personality, confidence, leadership skills and creativity of married women, providing them with a platform to showcase their abilities and establish their identities at national and international levels.
Contestant number 11, Shilpa Neupane Maharjan, won the title of ‘Mrs. Nepal International’, while contestant number 20, Christina Gyawali, was crowned ‘Mrs. Nepal Cosmo’. Similarly, contestant number 4, Richa Sharma, secured the title of ‘Ms. Nepal International’.
In the runner-up categories, contestant number 8, Neha Gupta, was declared First Runner-up. Jyoti Lamichhane (contestant number 17) secured the Second Runner-up position, while Sagun Khanal (contestant number 2) was named Third Runner-up.
The sixth edition of the competition was organized under the chairmanship of Ribbon Entertainment Director Nishukant Jha, with international choreographer Ashwinikant Jha leading the event. Ribbon Entertainment has been organizing the pageant continuously for six years, offering married women opportunities to showcase their talents, build confidence and gain wider recognition.
The judging panel included veteran actor Rajesh Hamal, renowned actress Rekha Thapa and Dr. Delina Karki, the winner of the 2024 edition, along with other distinguished personalities. The contestants were evaluated on their talent, personality, confidence, presentation and overall performance.
Various titles and honors were presented to the winners and runners-up during the grand finale. The organizers believe that the competition will continue to encourage married women to pursue opportunities in social, cultural and professional fields while strengthening their confidence and public identity.
According to Nishukant Jha, the competition has been providing married women with an important platform to demonstrate their abilities, enhance their confidence and reach international stages. He added that Ribbon Entertainment remains committed to continuing such initiatives to promote women’s talent, leadership and empowerment.
