Updated on: 13 December, 2021 02:29 PM IST |Vijayalakshmi Narayanan
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The Miss Universe pageant declares its 2021 winner Harnaaz Sandhu
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Harnaaz Sandhu, model/ former actress has starred in Punjabi films like ‘Yaara Diyan Poo Baran’ and ‘Bai Ji Kuttange’.
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The 21-year old is pursuing her Masters in public administration.
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Sandhu was crowned 'Miss Universe 2021' as she beat Paraguay's Nadia Ferreira and South Africa's Lalela Mswane.
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She broke Lara Dutta's record 21 year old record and conquered the title of 'Miss Universe 2021'.