Rohit Khandelwal Mister World 2016

Rohit Khandelwal becomes first Indian to be crowned Mr World!

The 26-year-old model-actor beat contestants from 46 nations to win the title at the world finale of the Mr World pageant held at the Southport Theatre & Convention Centre in Southport, UK.

He also competed for various sub-titles at the pageant, including Mr. World Multimedia Award, Mr. World Talent, Mobstar People’s Choice Awards and Mr. World Sports Event, winning Mr. World Mutimedia Award.

“I still can’t believe that I have won the Mr World title. Being the first Indian ever to win this title internationally makes me immensely proud and ecstatic. It’s a dream come true and am very thankful to the Miss India Organization for giving me this opportunity and guiding me throughout my exciting journey. My family, friends and my fans have been a constant support for me and this wouldn’t have been possible without the support of my well-wishers,” he said in a statement.

Mr World 2014 Nicklas Pedersen passed on the title to the new winner.

Fernando Alvarez, 21, from Puerto Rico and Aldo Esparza Ramirez, 26, from Mexico were the first and second runner respectively. The event was hosted by Filipino Superstar and Miss World 2013 Megan Young alongside professional singer and former Mr England Jordan Williams and Frankie Cena of Canada.