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2026 Titleholders Share Struggles, Experiences and Future Plans at Lucknow Press Conference
Pooja Srivastava | Anytime News Network | Lucknow, August 10, 2026
Beyond the Crown
Following the successful conclusion of Saemm Renaissances NextGen Iconic Miss, Mister and Mrs India 2026, a press conference was held in Lucknow on Monday. Winners, runners-up and participants interacted with the media and shared their experiences, challenges, achievements and future plans.
The titleholders said their journey went beyond winning a crown. The competition helped them build confidence, strengthen their personalities and learn how to present their individual talents more effectively on a national platform.
Creating Opportunities for Young Talent
Saumya Sahu, organiser and founder of Saemm Renaissances, said the objective of NextGen Iconic India is not merely to award titles but to create a platform where talent, personality and potential can gain wider recognition.
She emphasised that young people possess enormous energy and fresh ideas, but require the right opportunities, guidance and encouragement to turn their aspirations into achievements.
Vanshika Crowned Miss India
Lucknow’s Vanshika won the NextGen Iconic Miss India 2026 title. Yashaswini from Haidergarh was named First Runner-Up, while Trisha from Odisha secured the Second Runner-Up position.
Devansh Wins Mister India
Devansh Tiwari of Mumbai emerged as the NextGen Iconic Mister India 2026 winner. Anivarya Jain from Bengaluru was the First Runner-Up, while Samar Nagar from Jaipur secured the Second Runner-Up title.
Iti Takes Mrs India Crown
Iti from Agra won the NextGen Iconic Mrs India 2026 title. Sarvjeet Kaur of Lucknow was named First Runner-Up and Deepa of Lucknow secured the Second Runner-Up position.
Jyoti Dhakre from Dehradun won the NextGen Iconic Mrs Elite India 2026 title.
Titles Bring New Responsibility
The winners described their titles as a new responsibility and pledged to contribute positively in their respective fields while encouraging emerging young talent to pursue their ambitions.
Next Shows Set for a New Direction
Show Director Ishita Rastogi played a key role in the successful event. Upcoming Renaissances shows will be led by Show Director Monika Bhadauria. SNA Luxury Makeovers by Nehal will support the forthcoming events as the makeup partner.
Organisers said the upcoming shows are being planned with an emphasis on greater scale, creativity and visual appeal.
