Tomislava Dukić, Croatia’s representative at The Miss World Pageant 2025, has won hearts in India.
Originally from Tomislavgrad Bosnia and Herzegovina, Tomislava holds a degree in kinesiology and is currently studying in physiotherapy.
Lana Valentić and Antea Krnić were Croatia’s runners up.
Tomislava was crowned by Lucija Begić, her predecessor, who was a Top 40 quarter-finalist and the winner of the Sports´ Challenge in last year’s Miss World Festival.
At Miss World, she stood out not only for her beauty and intelligence, but also for her meaningful contributions to humanitarian causes.
Her Beauty with a Purpose project saw her spend a month volunteering in a Benin orphanage where she exclaimed,
“Children are our future and the most vulnerable members of society. Even a small act, a smile, a conversation, a helping hand can change someone’s world. That’s what inspired my volunteering.”
During the Dances of the World opening ceremony, Tomislava wore a traditional Lika Folk costume while performing her dance, proudly embracing her heritage.
In the Top Model competition, she wore a regal ensemble inspired by King Tomislav and designed by Marina Matić, which was a nod to Croatia’s royal past and national identity.
In her own words, she competes not only for a crown but for “every girl who believes that tradition and compassion are strengths.”
Although she didn’t wear the crown herself, Dukić celebrated winner Suchata Chuangsri from Thailand.
“I was proud to be part of a story where women are changing standards and bringing a fresh perspective to the world of beauty. Each of us carries our own story, but @suchaaata carries one that is especially powerful. Bravo, beautiful woman! In your crown, you carry all of us as an advocate for friendship and connection among young women around the world”
Tomislava Dukić reminds us all that Croatian pride knows no limits.
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