Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu pays tribute to Sushmita Sen and Lara Dutta during her ramp walk image credit: Google

She wore a black gown featuring pictures of the winning moments of Miss Universe crown holders from India image credit: Google

She took to social media to express her gratitude for representing her country

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She expressed her admiration for the two women who have made India proud

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Sushmita Sen was crowned Miss Universe in 1994

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Lara Dutta was crowned Miss Universe in 2000

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Harnaaz is the third Miss Universe from India

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She thanked the team who made her dream gown come true

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She shared a heartfelt note on social media

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She said that it was her purest honor and gratitude to represent her country at Miss Universe image credit: Google