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Actress Sushmita Sen Image Credit: IANS

Former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen has confirmed that she is on the judging panel of 65th edition of the pageant, which is being held in the Philippines.

The 41-year-old model-turned-actress was crowned Miss Universe in Manila in 1994 and she said she is excited to return to the pageant 23 years later.

“Getting ready with a dancing heart! I am so excited, emotional and looking forward to returning home to the #Philippines after #23years. It’s where it all began #manila1994 #missuniverse1994,” Sen said.

“Life comes a full circle, from winning Miss Universe, to having owned its Indian Franchise to now returning back to #Manila this time as a judge at the 65th Miss Universe pageant!! To all my #filipino friends who have been graciously asking. I can now confirm. Yes! I am coming! Mahal Kita Philippines see you sooooooon.”

Roshmitha Harimurthy will represent India at the Miss Universe pageant this year to be held on January 30.