SHILLONG : Fourteen finalists will compete for the coveted Miss Shillong Supermodel 2026 title as the Fashion Society Shillong prepares to host the 43rd edition of the annual beauty pageant on November 21 at the U Soso Tham Auditorium.

Announcing the event on Tuesday, Fashion Society Shillong chairman Aldous Mawlong said the organisation, established in 1983, was founded with the objective of promoting beauty and aesthetics in Shillong.

This year’s competition will feature three categories — Traditional Fusion, Wings of Fantasy and The Little Red Dress — through which the 14 contestants will showcase their creativity, style and stage presence.

The top three winners will receive cash prizes of Rs 1 lakh, Rs 75,000 and Rs 50,000 respectively, alongside six additional subtitle awards.

The event will also feature a musical programme, with Shillong’s Adorylene Sawaia set to entertain the audience, while the Kawei Ka Sur Ensemble will perform its popular medleys.

Adding to the evening’s fashion showcase, the Fashion Department of William Carey University will present original and unique designs through a special Fashion Extravaganza.

The programme is scheduled to begin at 4 pm.

Donor cards for the event are available at Hotel Centrepoint, Shillong, and will also be available at the U Soso Tham Auditorium on the day of the programme.