"...and the first runner up is Ms Venezuala, Claudia Moreno and the Ms Universe title goes to Ms India, Lara Dutta..."

The prestigious moment in Lara's life, when she was declared the most beautiful woman in the Universe...

Lara Dutta in the final round of the Ms Universe pageant, in her shimmering red gown. This gown was designed by India's popular dress designer Hemant Trivedi.

(L to R)

First Runner Up, Ms Venezuela, Claudia Moreno;
Ms Universe, Ms India, Lara Dutta;
Second Runner Up, Ms Spain, Helen Lindes.