Noor Xarmina

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Noor Xarmina
Born
Noor Xarmina

1995 (age 29–30)
Islamabad, Pakistan
EducationImperial College London
Alma materLondon Business School
Occupations
  • Model
  • Actress
  • Consultant
Beauty pageant titleholder
Title
  • Miss Universe Pakistan 2024
Years active2023 - present
Major
competitions

Noor Xarmina (born 1995) is a Pakistani actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2024.[1][2] She represented Pakistan at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant and was a top 10 finalist.[3][4][2]

Early life and education

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Noor Xarmina was born in Islamabad, Pakistan.[2] Due to her parents' diplomatic careers, she spent her formative years growing up in nine different countries across four continents, including the United States, South Africa, Romania, the UAE, Singapore, Canada, the UK, Portugal, and Pakistan.[2]

She pursued higher education in London, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biological Sciences from Imperial College London and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Management from London Business School.[2]

Career

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Finance and consulting

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Before transitioning to the entertainment industry, Xarmina had a successful career in finance.[2] She worked as a strategy consultant for KPMG in the UAE and as a visiting consultant for Salesforce.[2] She then moved into venture capital, holding positions as an investment analyst and associate for several London-based firms, including Nauta Capital, Frog Capital, Downing Ventures, and Foresight Group.[2] She also served as a member of the Board of Directors for Rated People for a year.[2]

Acting and modeling

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At the age of 28, Xarmina left her venture capital job to attend drama school in London to pursue her long-held ambition of becoming an actress.[2][5] After completing her studies, she moved back to Pakistan in November 2023 to model and act full-time, working with various leading brands in Karachi and Lahore.[2]

Pageantry

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In July 2024, Xarmina was crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2024, triumphing over 21 other candidates in a competition held in the Maldives by the Dubai-based Yugen Group.[6][4][2] She represented Pakistan at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico in November 2024, where she placed as one of the top 10 finalists.[7][2] Her participation has been described as a groundbreaking moment for the country, aimed at challenging stereotypes and presenting a modern image of Pakistani women globally.[2]

Miss Universe

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Miss Universe Pakistan 2024

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Main article: Miss Universe Pakistan

Xarmina was crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2024, triumphing over 21 other candidates in a competition held in the Maldives by the Dubai-based Yugen Group.[4][8]

Miss Universe 2024

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Main article: Miss Universe 2024

She represented Pakistan at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico in November 2024, where she placed as one of the top 10 finalists.[9]

Advocacy and platform

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Xarmina is a passionate advocate for social issues, with her primary platforms focusing on women's safety and climate action in Pakistan.[10][4][2] She views her international platform as a way to enhance Pakistan's global representation and inspire strong female leadership within her home country.[4][2]

Growing up globally, she embraces her diverse cultural background while remaining connected to her Pakistani roots and traditional family values.[4][2] She has been praised for presenting the modern Pakistani woman on an international stage.[4][2]

References

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  1. ^ "Actor Noor Xarmina crowned 'Miss Universe Pakistan 2024'". Arab News. July 21, 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r "Carrying The Crown | Noor Xarmina On Her Miss Universe Experience, Breaking Beauty Standards And Embracing Her Identity". H! Pakistan Magazine. February 12, 2025.
  3. ^ "The faces of Miss Universe Pakistan: Erica Robin and Noor Xarmina". Geo News. July 29, 2024.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g "Who Is Miss Universe Pakistan Noor Xarmina? 5 Facts You Need To Know". Harper's Bazaar Arabia. November 12, 2024.
  5. ^ "Actress Noor Xarmina Crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2024". Pro Pakistan. July 23, 2024.
  6. ^ "Noor Xarmina to represent Pakistan at Miss Universe 2024". The Express Tribune. July 22, 2024.
  7. ^ "What you need to know about actor Noor Xarmina who was named Miss Universe Pakistan 2024". Khaleej Times. July 23, 2024.
  8. ^ "Noor Xarmina crowned Miss Universe Pakistan 2024". Daily National Courier. July 22, 2024.
  9. ^ "Who is Pakistan's contestant for Miss Universe 2024 Noor Zarmina?". Aaj TV News. November 17, 2024.
  10. ^ "From women's safety to climate change, Miss Universe Pakistan aims to inspire change at home". Arab News PK. July 29, 2024.