SATV, Kathmandu, July 13: The finalists of Miss Nepal 2026 showcased exclusive couture gowns by renowned Vietnamese designer Nhà Mat (Huynh Bao Toam) during the Kajaria Top Model competition, one of the key preliminary rounds of the national beauty pageant, held on Saturday.

Organised by The Hidden Treasure, the event featured the finalists on the runway in gowns specially created by Nhà Mot, a designer internationally recognised for his work in beauty pageants. His collection brought an international fashion dimension to the competition, with designs highlighting elegance, craftsmanship and contemporary pageant style.

The Kajaria Top Model title is regarded as one of the most prestigious fast-track awards in the Miss Nepal competition.

The winner will earn direct entry into the top 12 of the Miss Nepal 2026 grand finale, providing a competitive advantage in the race for the national crown.

Miss Nepal 2026 will continue with a series of preliminary events before the grand finale, where the winners will be selected to represent Nepal at major international beauty pageants.

This year's Miss Nepal 2026 grand finale is scheduled to be held in Lalitpur on August 1.