Nagma Shrestha facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nagma Shrestha
|
|
|---|---|
| Born | 10 November 1991 |
| Nationality | Nepali |
| Occupation | Model Television Presenter Producer Beauty Pageant Titleholder |
| Known for | Miss Universe 2017 (entrant) Miss Earth 2012 (Top 8) VJ at Image TV UN representative at IAYSP. |
|
Notable work
|
Miss Universe Nepal (Director, 2020-2023) |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
| Title | Major Titles: Miss Universe Nepal 2017 Miss Nepal Earth 2012 |
Nagma Shrestha (Nepali: नग्मा श्रेष्ठ) was born on November 10, 1991. She is a well-known Nepali model, TV presenter, and producer. She became famous after winning the title of Miss Earth Nepal 2012. Later, she gained even more attention when she was crowned the first Miss Universe Nepal in 2017.
Contents
Nagma's Early Life and Career
Nagma Shrestha finished her high school education at United Academy Nepal. She then earned a degree in Business Administration from Times Business School in Nepal in 2014. She also studied leadership at Cornell University.
Her Journey in Beauty Pageants
Nagma started her journey in beauty pageants by joining Miss Nepal 2012. There, she won the title of Miss Earth Nepal 2012. In 2017, the Miss Nepal Organization chose her as Miss Universe Nepal 2017. This was a big moment for her and for Nepal.
From 2020 to 2023, Nagma worked as the National Director for the Miss Universe Nepal organization. In this role, she helped guide and prepare other young women for the competition.
Nagma in Media and Global Work
Nagma is a very important person in Nepal's media world. She has hosted popular TV shows like Image Mega Model 2015 and Music of Your Choice (MOYC) on Image Channel. She even appeared in the opening video for Image Channel in 2013.
As of 2024, Nagma works with the International Association of Youth and Students for Peace (IAYSP). She represents IAYSP at the United Nations. This means she helps share the voices of young people and students on a global stage.
Nagma's Pageant Achievements
Nagma Shrestha has taken part in several international beauty pageants. Here are some of her notable achievements:
| Year | National Title | International Pageant | Achievements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Miss Earth Nepal | Miss Earth 2012 | Reached the Top 8 finalists |
| 2016 | World Miss University Nepal | World Miss University 2016 | Finished as 3rd Runner-Up Also won Miss Fitness and became a Peace Corps Member |
| 2016 | Miss Eco Nepal | Miss Eco International 2016 | Won the award for Best Tourism Video |
| 2017 | Miss Universe Nepal | Miss Universe 2017 | Was the first person from Nepal to compete at Miss Universe |
Nagma's TV Appearances
Nagma Shrestha has been a part of many television shows, either as a host or a guest.
| Show | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Music of Your Choice | Host | Image Channel |
| Image Mega Model | Host | Image Channel |
| SMS and More | Video Jockey (VJ) | Image Channel |
| Chiya Guff | Guest | Prime Times HD |
| Ramailo with Utsav Season 2 | Guest | Ramailo Chha TV |
| Samsung Besties | Guest | Samaya TV |
| The Evening Show at SIX | Guest | Himalaya TV |
| Rainbow Talk | Guest | Prime Times HD |
| Millennials of Nepal | Guest | Generations of Nepal |
