The Grand Finale of Miss Cosmo Ho Chi Minh City 2026, held on 19 June at Van Phuc City, officially concluded an impressive journey in search of the city’s next beauty representative. The prestigious The New Iconic Crown was awarded to Nguyen Thi Le Nam. The event marked an important milestone in identifying outstanding candidates who will go on to compete at the national-level Miss Cosmo Vietnam pageant.
An explosive stage with accomplished beauty queens and artists
The competition night on 19 June opened spectacularly with the performance of Into The Cosmo, composed by Mew Amazing, featuring a special appearance by Miss Cosmo 2024, Ketut Permata Juliastrid Sari. The presence of the international titleholder alongside the Top 30 contestants from the very beginning created an energetic and vibrant atmosphere. Following the opening remarks from the organizing committee, singer Duong Hoang Yen further energized the audience with her performance of Huong Sac Viet, providing the musical backdrop for the contestants’ presentation in the Cultural Brocade Costume segment, which celebrated distinctive cultural identities.
The excitement of the Grand Finale continued to build as Miss Cosmo Ho Chi Minh City Vice President and singer Huynh Tien took the stage with a mashup of Nang Tien and Water, accompanied by a dance troupe. This dynamic performance paved the way for the contestants’ confident bikini presentation. The appearance of Miss Bui Xuan Hanh, 1st Runner-up Do Cam Ly, and 2nd Runner-up Hoang Nhung in Victoria’s Secret-inspired designs by designer Thuong Gia Ky further elevated the fashion element of the evening.
The latter part of the competition featured singer Cao Thai Son performing Tat Ca Hoac Ban Sac Rieng, while the boy group AEONUS entertained the audience with Mien La Loi. These artistic performances were thoughtfully woven into the program, helping to ease the tension surrounding the announcement of the results while providing spectators at Van Phuc City with a memorable and well-rounded musical experience.
Reputable jury panel to leverage the contest’s caliber
The quality and fairness of Miss Cosmo Ho Chi Minh City 2026 were ensured by a distinguished judging panel comprising experienced professionals from various fields. The panel included Contest President Nguyen Thanh Phuong Dai, Vice President Huynh Tien, Miss Le Au Ngan Anh, Miss Kieu Vu, and entrepreneurs Nguyen Le Lam Ngan and Luna Truong. Their combined expertise and collaborative evaluation process played a crucial role in identifying the most deserving contestants throughout each stage of the competition.
A particularly noteworthy presence on the judging panel was reigning Miss Cosmo Vietnam, Nguyen Hoang Phuong Linh. As the holder of the national title, her professional insights and firsthand experience provided valuable guidance and inspiration for the contestants. Her assessments helped the young women gain a clearer understanding of the qualities and standards expected of a modern beauty icon.
The international dimension of this year’s competition was further strengthened by the participation of Miss Cosmo 2025, Yolina Lindquist. As an international judge, she brought a broader global perspective to the evaluation process, assessing contestants according to rigorous international standards while helping ensure that the eventual winner possesses the qualities and capabilities necessary to compete successfully on major beauty pageant stages.
Nerve-racking contest through elimination rounds and interviewing competitions
Following the opening rounds of competition, the judging panel selected the Top 15 contestants to advance to the swimsuit presentation segment. The Top 10+1 was then determined based on a combination of anthropometric scores and overall performance throughout the competition. Contestant Nguyen Thuy Vi secured the final spot in this group after winning the Most Popular Contestant award through public voting.
During the evening gown competition, contestants were given the opportunity to showcase their elegance, poise, and stage presence. Each candidate was allotted 60 seconds to deliver a speech in Vietnamese or 90 seconds for a bilingual presentation, allowing them to convey their personal message and aspirations. Following this segment, the official Top 5 finalists were announced: Nguyen Thi Le Nam Em, Le Hoang Mai Anh, Nguyen Thi Hong, Huynh Ngoc Minh Phuc, and Nguyen Thi Le Nam.
The final Q&A round placed the Top 5 under significant pressure, with contestants who had not yet answered required to wear noise-cancelling headphones to ensure fairness and impartiality. The questions posed by the judging panel challenged the finalists to demonstrate composure, quick thinking, and confidence while embodying the qualities of an independent and empowered woman in line with the competition’s theme, The New Iconic.
Excellent representative to continue the journey at Miss Cosmo Vietnam
The most anticipated moment of the Grand Finale arrived when the organizing committee announced the highest honor of the competition. Nguyen Thi Le Nam was officially crowned Miss Cosmo Ho Chi Minh City 2026. The title of 1st Runner-up was awarded to Nguyen Thi Le Nam Em, while Huynh Ngoc Minh Phuc claimed the position of 2nd Runner-up. Nguyen Thi Hong and Le Hoang Mai Anh were named 3rd Runner-up and 4th Runner-up, respectively.
The prestigious crown, The New Iconic Crown, was personally presented to the new titleholder by Contest President Nguyen Thanh Phuong Dai, marking a significant milestone in the young beauty queen’s journey. Shortly afterward, Nguyen Thi Le Nam took her first walk as the newly crowned Miss Cosmo Ho Chi Minh City 2026, ready to embark on a new chapter dedicated to promoting meaningful values and representing the city at Miss Cosmo Vietnam.
The event also recognized contestants who delivered outstanding performances throughout the competition through a series of special awards. Nguyen Thi Le Nam Em achieved a remarkable triple victory, winning Best Profile Picture, Miss Talent, and Miss Social Media. Newly crowned Miss Nguyen Thi Le Nam added Best Iconic Face and Best in Evening Gown to her achievements. Other notable awards included Miss Fashion, presented to Huynh Ngoc Minh Phuc, and Best Swimsuit, awarded to Nguyen Thi Hong, bringing a highly successful and memorable season to a close.
