Renton, WA (The Hollywood Times) 09-27-2026
Femina USA Washington 2026 brought together women from diverse backgrounds, along with community leaders, fashion enthusiasts, creatives, families and supporters, for an inspiring celebration of womanhood, sisterhood, culture, confidence and dreams.
More than a traditional pageant, the event offered a meaningful platform for women to celebrate their individuality, share their stories and recognize the journeys that have shaped them. From the excitement of the runway and the elegance of the evening to the personal stories and aspirations of the women taking part, the celebration reflected a central belief: every woman has a unique voice, and every voice deserves an opportunity to be heard.
Guided by its signature message, “Together We Grow, Together We Shine,” Femina USA Washington seeks to create an environment where women can connect with one another, build confidence, celebrate their accomplishments and encourage each other to pursue their dreams. The platform places an emphasis not only on beauty and presentation, but also on confidence, character, individuality, cultural pride and personal growth. Participants are encouraged to embrace their identities, recognize their strengths and use their experiences to inspire others.
At the heart of the initiative is its founder, Priyanka Chopra, founder of Femina USA Washington and the creative force behind designer label Priyanka Signature Couture. Through Femina USA, Chopra envisions a community in which women can come together not as competitors alone, but as a supportive network of women who celebrate one another’s achievements and create opportunities for continued growth. Her vision extends beyond the stage. It is centered on building relationships, encouraging women to step outside their comfort zones and creating an environment in which confidence can develop through shared experiences, mentorship, creativity and community.
For Chopra, Femina represents a journey that recognizes the many dimensions of a woman’s life and identity.
“Femina is a beautiful journey of womanhood, sisterhood, strength and dreams,” said Chopra. “Every woman has a story, and every story deserves to be heard and celebrated.”
That philosophy was reflected throughout the 2026 celebration, as women of different ages and backgrounds came together under one platform. The event highlighted the idea that success can take many forms from pursuing professional ambitions and creative passions to building families, serving communities, embracing cultural heritage and simply finding the confidence to step forward and be seen.
Celebrating the Queens
The evening celebrated titleholders across the Teen, Miss, Mrs
and Royal categories.
*Teen Femina USA 2026*
Teen Femina USA Universe — Chloe Hootman;
Teen Femina USA World — D’Annalyn Washington; Teen Femina USA Earth — Aahana Jindal; Teen Femina North America — Daisy Dior;
Femina Supermodel — Mahika Tandon.
*Miss: Femina USA 2026*
Femina USA Miss Universe — Natasha Rockstar; Femina
Femina USA Miss World — Malvina Dunai; Femina
Femina USA Miss Earth — Shivani Donthi;
Femina USA Miss Grand — Shreeya Sharma; Femina Femina USA Brand Ambassador — Divya Chandra;
Femina USA Miss Global — Tarang Bhargava.
*Mrs Femina USA 2026*
MRS Femina USA Universe
—Trishali Ranjan
MRS Femina USA World
—Juliette Njoku
MRS Femina USA Earth/ Fitness Queen
—Gemini Jain
MRS Femina 1stRuUniverse
—Ash Koppal
MRS Femina 1st Ru World —Priya Jain
MRS Femina USA Grand
—Sumitha Bora
MRS Femina USA Global
—Tejaswini Savekar
Femina USA NorthAmerica Universe — Nitisha Annadate.
*Royal Femina USA 2026*
Royal Femina USA Universe
—Anitha Gopal
Royal Femina USA World / Beauty with purpose
—Deepti Munjal
MRS Femina USA Global
—Celeste Schleiffers
Royal Femina USA Grand
—Asha Aggarwal
Royal Femina USA Earth/Creative Excellence
—Vidhi Anand
Femina USA Best Smile
—Sagarika Mohanty
Each crown represented more than beauty. The titles celebrated confidence, individuality, courage, purpose and the unique journey behind every woman who stepped onto the Femina stage.
The celebration was honored by the presence of distinguished civic and community leaders, including Lynne Robinson, former Mayor and longtime Councilmember of the City of Bellevue; Julie Hsieh, Mercer Island City Councilmember; Preeti Shridhar, Commissioner for the City of Woodinville and former Deputy Director of the Seattle Mayor’s Office of Economic Development; Prasad Anguluri, Bothell City Councilmember; and Ekta Saini, philanthropist, industry leader and supporter of the Indian Community & Cultural Center.Prasad Anguluri, BothellCityCouncilmember. Their presence reflected Femina USA’s broader commitment to community, leadership, representation and cultural connection.
Beyond the crowns and runway, Femina USA Washington unfolded as a vibrant cultural evening filled with music, dance, fashion shows , cultural performances, delicious food and an enthusiastic audience. The atmosphere was electric. From powerful contestant stories and colorful national costumes to elegant evening gowns, Q&A rounds and energetic performances, the vibe was contagious and magnificent. Every element of the evening celebrated diversity while bringing communities together under one roof. Chopra also credited her core Femina team — Ruchi Agarwal, Sanketha M, Peony Patnaik, Autumn S and Rani Krishna, Tanvi Bansal , George Varghese for helping transform the vision into reality.
As Femina USA Washington looks toward the future, its mission remains clear: to create a platform where women are seen, heard and celebrated for their stories, achievements, cultures and dreams.
Because at Femina USA, a crown is only the beginning.
Together We Grow, Together We Shine.
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