One of the most coveted pageants in the world of beauty – Miss World has returned to India after a halt of 28 years. In a stiff competition between dazzling global beauties, Axelle René emerged as the Top Model amongst 117 contestants at the Miss World Festival. The event was held at Hotel Aurika, Mumbai.

René is representing Martinique from the Americas and the Caribbean category, while Sini Shetty is the fresh face to walk the ramp for India. With this victory, René has secured a fast-track entry into the Top 40 who will compete for the prestigious Miss World accolade, being held at the Jio Convention Centre on March 9.