Karthikeya B from Telangana has been selected as one of the national finalists for the 2026 Mr. India Universe competition. The national finale of the competition is scheduled to take place later this year. At the culmination of the event, the new Mr. India Universe winner will be chosen.
Karthikeya B is a model, content creator, fitness enthusiast, entrepreneur and athlete from Warangal, Telangana and is currently based in Hyderabad. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Computer Applications from the Indian Institute of Management and Commerce, Hyderabad. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, he has developed a diverse range of skills in calisthenics, cricket, badminton, martial arts, chess, content creation, rap, and singing. Passionate about fitness, fashion, grooming, lifestyle, travel, entrepreneurship and continuous self-development, he combines athletic discipline with creativity and a strong commitment to personal growth. His achievements include representing his district in cricket during his school years and earning a place as a Mr. India 2026 Finalist. Through years of dedication, he has successfully transformed not only his physical fitness but also his overall personality and confidence, making self-improvement the cornerstone of his journey.
Growing up in a humble family, Karthikeya faced an emotionally challenging childhood marked by low self-confidence and constant criticism for being extremely underweight, weighing just 42 kilograms. Rather than allowing those experiences to define him, he channelled them into motivation, embracing fitness as a way of rebuilding himself both mentally and physically. Through unwavering discipline, he gradually transformed his physique, communication skills, confidence, and mindset while balancing his education and personal responsibilities. Along the way, he developed a deep appreciation for fashion, grooming, entrepreneurship, and digital content creation, believing that true personality is shaped not only by appearance but also by discipline, kindness, resilience, and the ability to positively influence others. Becoming a Mr. India 2026 Finalist represents the culmination of years of perseverance, sacrifice, and self-belief. Looking ahead, Karthikeya aspires to build a successful career across modelling, fashion, fitness, entrepreneurship, and content creation while inspiring people to transform their health, confidence, and lifestyles through the lessons he has learned from his own journey. Through his platform, he hopes to encourage young people to embrace self-improvement, pursue their ambitions fearlessly, and realise that lasting success is built through consistency, resilience, and an unwavering belief in oneself.
Mr. India Universe is a national competition for men in India. It is organised by Glamanand Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., the Indian franchise holder of the globally renowned Miss Universe competition. The event is spearheaded by its founder and chairman, Nikhil Anand, and serves as a platform for aspiring male models and personalities from across the country. Following a nationwide audition process, some of India's most talented and promising contestants have been selected to compete in this year's national finale. Before the grand finale, the finalists will undergo an intensive series of grooming and training sessions designed to enhance their confidence, communication skills, personality and stage presence. The contestants will arrive at the finale venue, where they will participate in a schedule of official photoshoots, pre-finale activities, rehearsals and a range of preliminary events leading up to the grand finale. At the culmination of the competition, the reigning Mr. India Universe, Bishan Madappa from Karnataka, will ceremonially relinquish his title and award his successor.
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