The "Jury Session" of Miss Cosmo 2024 took place in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing nearly 60 contestants from various countries and territories as they flaunted their beauty and elegance in stunning evening gowns and swimwear. The night was hosted by Miss International 2016 Kylie Verzosa and MC Duc Bao.

Before the show, there was some disappointment as two contestants - Miss U.S. Virgin Islands, London Tucker, and Miss Colombia, María Alejandra Salazar - announced their withdrawal due to personal and health reasons, respectively. Both had been considered strong contenders.
Miss Cosmo United States Virgin Islands and Colombia withdrew from the competition.

The night opened with the contestants proudly announcing their home countries while wearing dazzling evening gowns. Standout performances came from representatives of Peru, the Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and the United States, who maintained their strong presence in the competition.
The contestants appeared beautiful and proudly shouted the names of their homelands.
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Thailand's representative, Karnruethai Tassabut, wore an intricately embellished gown. She is 29 years old this year and one of the oldest contestants in the competition.

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Contestant Samantha Elliott from the United States impressed with her towering height of 1.82m. She chose a form-fitting orange gown that highlighted her elegant and alluring beauty. Currently, Samantha works for a Big 4 accounting firm and also serves as a forensic accountant for the FBI.
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Miss Philippines, Ahtisa Manalo, appeared radiant on stage with the support of the audience. Earlier, she had suffered a sprained ankle and had to use a wheelchair during rehearsals.
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Miss Dominican Republic, Heather Nuñez, stood out in a meticulously embellished design with a bold cut-out at the waist.
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Britthany Marroquín from Honduras appeared in a blue dress inspired by the competition's logo. Prior to Miss Cosmo, Britthany participated in Miss Grand International 2023 and made it into the top 20 finalists.
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Miss Armenia, Lilia Gzraryan, showcased her alluring beauty during the evening gown competition. She wore an elegant updo, paired with bold accessories that added a unique touch to her look.
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Miss Indonesia stood out in a high-slit evening gown. At 21 years old, she is currently a student of Applied Design at the Bali Design and Business Institute in Denpasar.

While the night dazzled with beauty and grace, it also had its share of tense moments. Miss Ukraine, Anastasiia Panova, caused a stir when she unexpectedly fell midway through her walk on stage. However, she quickly regained her composure and completed her performance gracefully. This wasn’t her first stage mishap - she had previously collided with a prop during the National Costume round in Ninh Binh.

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Miss Cosmo Ukraine - Anastasiia Panova.
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Miss El Salvador, Sofia Cordova, also had a near fall as she stepped onto the stage but managed to avoid a full collapse.

Representing the host country, Bui Xuan Hanh was one of the last contestants to appear. She confidently shouted "Vietnam" as she graced the stage in a sparkling silver gown with a sheer cape designed by Do Long. The dress, named "Glow of Purity," accentuated her stunning physique.

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Bui Xuan Hanh in a design named "Glow of Purity."

After the evening gown segment, the organizers unveiled the official crown for Miss Cosmo 2024, called the "Impactful Crown." Created by Vietnamese designer Tran Chi Nguyen, the crown features over 122 carats of white diamonds and is platinum-coated. The tiaras for the runners-up are also platinum-coated and adorned with sapphires, weighing a total of 81 carats.

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The crowns of the Miss Cosmo 2024 winner and runners-up.

The evening concluded with a sizzling swimsuit round featuring all 56 contestants. In their bold, two-piece swimsuits, the contestants showcased their toned physiques while confidently strutting down the runway enhanced by dynamic 3D stage effects.

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Among the standouts was Miss New Zealand, Franki Russell, a 29-year-old actress, who captivated the audience with her tall, graceful frame. 
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Miss Australia Lydia Caisley impressed with her fiery catwalk
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Miss Philippines Ahtisa Manalo energized the stage with her lively performance. 
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Miss Peru Romina Lozano was praised for her balanced physique and strong stage presence.

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Miss Indonesia, Ketut Permata Juliastrid, tripped over her train during the swimsuit segment but quickly regained her rhythm.
Photos: Miss Cosmo 2024 organizing board

While most contestants displayed strong performances, a few struggled with the long trains on their gowns, which caused some to stumble, affecting their overall presentation. 

Appearing towards the end, Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 Bui Xuan Hanh garnered attention with her sleek hair and bold two-piece swimsuit. Her energetic catwalk and bright smile lit up the stage as she flawlessly handled the long train of her ensemble.

Minh Khoi