03/10/2026
A new country. A new beginning. A new crown.
Polina Malyha, Miss California International 2026, shares her inspiring journey of resilience, ambition, and authenticity in an exclusive interview with New Times Magazine.
Her story is proof that true influence begins long before the stage lights and continues long after the crown is placed.
Read the exclusive interview with Polina:
https://newtimesmagazine.com/featured/polina-malyha-miss-ca-intl-exclusive/
12/10/2025
We love the atmosphere Grand Finale creates between our co-organizers and finalist contestants. It’s more than a pageant, it’s friendship, joy, and moments that stay with us long after the spotlight fades. Grateful for the energy, elegance, and pure happiness these young women bring to every event.
11/09/2025
🇺🇸 MISS CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL 2026 — GRAND FINALE 👑
On November 7, 2025, Sacramento witnessed an unforgettable evening — the Grand Finale of Miss California International 2026, organized by Council for Cross-Cultural Affairs, Inc. and produced by Sergey Ivannikov Productions.
It was a night filled with beauty, grace, and purpose — where every finalist shined with confidence, talent, and heart.
Hosted by RJ Slava Yavorskiy and Eunice Cintron, the stage came alive with dazzling performances by DJ Freesoul, Velvet Summer, Pavlo Baranskiy, Roman July, Andy Amyx & Georgia, Gennadiy Verbitskiy & Elani, and NCDC Contemporary Ballet 🎶
Our distinguished Jury Panel, led by Victor Migalchan, included some of California’s most respected leaders in business, arts, and public service:
* Fiona Ma, CPA - California State Treasurer
* Dr. Yan Kalika DMD, MS - Certified Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Specialist
* Alina Mukhopadhyay - CEO of MISI
* Paul Suchanek - GM Niello BMW | MINI
* Olivia Garcia - CEO RedLipstick Creative
* Fred Millar - Attorney At Law, Former Board Chair of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
* Aziza Ibragimkhodjaeva - Founder & CEO Caravan Uzbek Cuisine
* Dmytro Lavryniuk - Founder & CEO Ecom-Guide
* Porsche Middleton - City of Citrus Heights Councilmember
* Viacheslav Borshchev - K-1 Rules Kickboxing World Champion, UFC fighter, MMA Coach at Urijah Faber Ultimate Fitness Viacheslav Borshchev
🌹 Crowning Moments:
👑 Miss California International 2026 — Polina Malyha
🥇 1st Runner-up — Diana Tarasovets
🥈 2nd Runner-up — Rojahnae Miller
💖 Miss People’s Choice — Jolin Chu
🌸 Miss Congeniality — Anastasia Stoian
🤖 Miss Artificial Intelligence — Adaeze Ahaghotu-Radway
✨ Miss Dazzling Smile — Essence Winston
A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who made this celebration of culture, beauty, and inspiration possible. Together, we continue to empower women to shine — not only on stage, but in life.
🎬 Organized by:
Council for Cross Cultural Affairs, Inc.
Produced by Sergey Ivannikov Productions
📸 Special thanks to all our sponsors & partners for their incredible support.
More highlights coming soon!
11/09/2025
We were honored to have Viacheslav “Slava” Borshchev, K-1 Rules Kickboxing World Champion and UFC Fighter serve as one of our distinguished judges for the Miss California International 2026 Grand Finale 👊
Joining him as a VIP Guest was MMA Fighter Esmira Mammadova, whose presence brought even more star power, inspiration, and energy to an unforgettable evening celebrating beauty, strength, and ambition!
10/17/2025
Beauty Meets Excellence!
We’re proud to announce that Karine’s Beauty Clinic is a sponsoring partner of Miss California International 2025, gifting the winner an exclusive $850 Skin Rejuvenation Package 🌸
This luxurious experience includes personalized DMK enzyme therapy, advanced acne and pigmentation treatment, and rejuvenation with our signature “No-Needle Botox Effect.”
Because every queen deserves radiant, camera-ready skin 👑
💜 Karine’s Beauty Clinic
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