In the early hours of July 7th, Harashta Haifa Zahra from Indonesia was crowned Miss Supranational 2024, triumphing over 67 other contestants. The grand finale took place in Nowy Sącz, Poland, with contestants from 68 countries. Zahra was crowned the winner, while Jenna Dykstra from the USA and Justýna Zedníková from the Czech Republic secured the first and second runner-up positions. Unfortunately, Vietnam’s Lydie Vu did not make it to the top 25.
Harashta Haifa Zahra, a 20-year-old student of Environmental Engineering at the Bandung Institute of Technology, impressed judges with her sweet, fresh beauty and eloquent communication skills. Standing at 1.7 meters tall with measurements of 85-65-90 cm, Zahra captivated both the judges and the audience, marking the first time an Indonesian representative has won the Miss Supranational title.
Special awards were given to contestants from South Africa, Curacao, Slovakia, and Myanmar for Contestants’ Choice, Supra Chat, Supra Model, and Supra Influence, respectively. These winners, along with other contestants from various countries, made it to the top 24, with Brazil securing the final spot due to a tie in scores.
The top 25 contestants moved on to the swimsuit competition, where they showcased their fit physiques in two-piece bikinis with long flowing fabric. Standout performances came from Curacao, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Thailand, and Mexico. Following the swimsuit segment, Denmark was announced as the Fan Favorite and secured the first spot in the top 12. The remaining top 12 contestants included representatives from the USA, India, Finland, Thailand, Brazil, Curacao, the Czech Republic, Puerto Rico, Indonesia, the Philippines, and South Africa.
The top 12 contestants further impressed in a quick-response Q&A session and the evening gown segment, presenting themselves elegantly in finely crafted dresses. The top 5 finalists were announced: representatives from the USA, Brazil, Indonesia, the Czech Republic, and Curacao. These finalists faced one last challenge – an interview segment where they shared personal stories inspired by their childhood photos.
As a judge, Miss Supranational 2022’s second runner-up, Nguyen Huynh Kim Duyen, emphasized that the judges were looking for more than just physical beauty. They sought a confident individual who could positively influence their community. Kim Duyen, donning a stunning gold gown, contributed to a memorable and rigorous judging process, ensuring the Miss Supranational 2024 title was awarded to a deserving contestant who embodies beauty, intelligence, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
