Kathmandu – Binita Gurung, a deputy director at Nepal Rastra Bank, has won the title of Mrs Nepal World 2026 after competing against 21 other contestants at the grand finale held at Nepal Police Club in Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, on October 31.
Originally from Diktel, Khotang, Gurung is also an advocate. Along with the crown, she received a scooter and the Best Personality subtitle. She will now have the opportunity to represent Nepal at the international Mrs World competition in the United States.
The sixth edition of the pageant was organized by Ribbon Entertainment, with the aim of highlighting the talents, confidence, personalities and abilities of married women from different professional backgrounds.
Neha Gupta secured the first runner-up position and received the Management Choice award. Jyoti Lamichhane was named second runner-up, while Sagun Khanal finished as third runner-up and also received the Best Physique award.
Other major titles were awarded to Shilpa Neupane Maharjan, who was crowned Mrs Nepal International 2026, Christina Gyawali, who won Mrs Cosmo 2026, and Richa Sharma, who secured the MS International 2026 title.
Each of the three titleholders received Rs 50,000. According to Ribbon Entertainment Chief Executive Officer Nishukant Jha, the Mrs Nepal International and MS International winners will participate in international competitions in Singapore, while the Mrs Cosmo winner will represent Nepal in Myanmar.
Nepali actress Niruta Singh was also honoured with the Honorary Mrs Nepal World 2026 title in recognition of her contribution to the Nepali film industry over more than three decades.
The crowning ceremony was attended by Mrs World 2025 winner Chanita Sridaket Krethong, popularly known as Sammy, along with prominent personalities from Nepal’s entertainment industry.
The judging panel included actors Rajesh Hamal and Rekha Thapa, former Nepal Police Additional Inspector General Meera Chaudhary, NMB Bank Chief Executive Officer Govinda Ghimire and other professionals.
Organized under the leadership of Ribbon Entertainment, the event provided a platform for married women to demonstrate their talents, confidence and professional achievements.
For Gurung, the victory marks another achievement alongside her career in banking and law, while opening the opportunity to represent Nepal on an international stage.
