Miss Bhutan 2008 marked a significant milestone as Bhutan’s inaugural national pageant, introducing a refreshing and inspiring platform for the nation’s citizens. This pioneering event attracted a cadre of exceptionally talented women whose accomplishments resonated with thousands of women across the country, ushering in a new era in Bhutanese cultural and societal norms. Notably, Tsokye Tsomo Karchung emerged as the first-ever Miss Bhutan, attaining both the prestigious title and subsequent recognition as one of the country’s most accomplished women.
Shelkar Choden secured the position of 1st runner-up, while Tshering Pem claimed the distinction of 2nd runner-up, contributing to the pageant’s legacy of celebrating and promoting remarkable female achievements.
Contestants | Hometown | Title/Award | Placement |
Deki Choden Namgyel | Trashigang | ||
Jamyang Zangmo | Trashigang | ||
Karma Choki | Samdrup Jongkhar | ||
Karma Zam | Paro | Best Model | Top 10 |
Kezang Chhoden | Thimphu | ||
Kinga Om | Thimphu | ||
Kinga Wangmo | Paro | 4th Runner Up | Top 5 |
Neljor Wangmo | Lhuntse | ||
Ngawang Choden | Wangdue | Top 10 | |
Pema Yeshi | Bumthang | Top 10 | |
Nima Sangay | Thimphu | ||
Shelkar Choden | Trongsa | 1st Runner Up | Top 5 |
Tashi Pelden | Wangdue | 3rd Runner Up | Top 5 |
Tshering Pem | Trashigang | 2nd Runner Up | Top 5 |
Tshering Yangzom | Trashigang | Miss Beautiful | Top 10 |
Tshering Zangmo | Mongar | ||
Tsokye Tsomo Karchung | Thimphu | Winner Miss Photogenic Miss Talent | Top 5 |
Ugyen Dema | Thimphu | Top 10 | |
Wangchuk Dema | Samdrup Jongkhar | Miss Congeniality |