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The Star
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
MR NUSANTARA showpiece bows in - a one of a kind male beauty pageant that features the best from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia
The inaugural edition of MR NUSANTARA, a one-of-a-kind male pageant that brings together the best of Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia in a dazzling celebration of heritage, style, and talent. In future years, other nations from the Nusantara region are expected to also be included. This was announced at the delegates' sashing ceremony and press conference which was held at the Centrestage in Sungei Wang Plaza this evening. For the first time, 36 contestants from the three neighboring nations in the Malay Archipelago will compete on the same stage, vying for both national and regional glory – Malaysia and Singapore will be represented by 15 contestants each, while Indonesia will see the participation of six delegates. Due to unfortunate circumstances, a fewer than the initial number of delegates will be representing Indonesia. In mid-March 2025, Beam Artistes announced the candidates representing Malaysia and Singapore through their official social media platform, Instagram - @ & @ ; while the candidates representing Indonesia were announced via @ Just prior to arrival, some of the delegates from Indonesia were dealt with an unfortunate blow by a certain Indonesian agency, causing their dreams to be sacrificed. This unfortunate incident has resulted in a major drop in the number of participants from Indonesia. The organisers of MR NUSANTARA feels blessed that a small number of delegates still managed to make it here, to proudly represent their beloved country Indonesia despite facing external interference. In his welcome address Samuel Seow, CEO of Beam Artistes & founder of MR NUSANTARA shared: 'MR NUSANTARA is more than just a competition – it is a celebration of shared heritage and unity across the region. "We are thrilled to bring together these three nations in a single spectacular event, showcasing the pride, talent, and spirit of the Malay Archipelago'. 'Just as the region has faced significant challenges in the past, the first MR NUSANTARA has also faced and braved its challenges,' he added spiritedly. 'The format of the competition had to be changed too but like they say, 'The show must go on.',' Seow concluded. The competition's pageant week begins today with the arrival of all delegates in Kuala Lumpur and will conclude with the grand finals on 29th May 2025. It will be effectively run based on international pageant criteria. From the 36 candidates, a delegate from each country will win the title as MR SINGAPORE NUSANTARA 2025, MR INDONESIA NUSANTARA 2025 & MR MALAYSIA NUSANTARA 2025. These three titleholders will then battle it out through a thrilling twist in the competition, whereby the coveted title of MR NUSANTARA CHAMPION will be decided purely by online voting, making this the first pageant of its kind to fully empower fans in shaping the final outcome. The stakes are also presentable for the competitiors, as the winner of MR NUSANTARA will walk away with a prize package worth US$80,000 in cash and prizes, and which also includes a brand-new car. The grand finals of MR NUSANTARA 2025 will be held at the classy Galaxy Banquet Hall @ HGH Convention Centre in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur. The organisers are also announced that top alaysian girl group Dolla will be gracing and performing during the grand finals. Ticketing and voting details for the grand finals can be found at: The main sponsors for the event A.M Aesthetics and supported by Alluora skincare. For the record, Beam Artistes is a leading talent management and events company, dedicated to promoting cultural diversity and celebrating talent across South-East Asia and beyond. Through innovative and inclusive events, Beam Artistes aim to create opportunities for emerging stars. The Competitors - MR NUSANTARA 2025 MALAYSIA: Thamil Chelvan, 29, Entrepreneur - Kulim, Kedah Pietaloma, 26, Trade Settlement Officer - Batu Caves, Selangor Amin Eghtedari, 38, Freelance Electrical Engineer - (Iran) Kuala Lumpur Richard Wong Chun Kiat, 28, Lawyer - Klang, Selangor Pourya Shapourzadeh, 29, Fashion Model - (Iran) Kuala Lumpur Azwan Ismail, 47, Entrepreneur - Alor Setar, Kedah Tan Jun Jie, 25, Interior Designer - Penang Mohd Faizal Ahmad, 37, Aesthetician - Tangkak, Johor Mohamad Faiz Miswan, 43, Cargo Sales Officer - Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Leon, 43, Jeweller - Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Lee Chee Kiong (Lee CK) , 55, Invention Teacher - Tawau, Sabah Caden Chew, 39, Finance Consultant - Klang, Selangor Noramzar Abdul Ghani, 38, Fitness Trainer - Kedah Mohamad Amir Afandi Mazzlan, 26, Perfume Stylist - Kedah Aysraaf Rafi, 26, Membership Consultant/Sales Assistance - Dengkil, Selangor SINGAPORE: Mhar Jayson Cortez, 30, Principal Engineer Willy Lim, 33, Entrepreneur & Fitness Trainer Yoganathan Pitchay, 35, Cabin Crew William Warumpal Archery, 28, Corporate Risk Management Consultant Nicholas Erekose Sim, 48, Co-Founder & Group CEO, Fiduciary Group Raees Mhmd, 27, Cafe Owner Keith Lam Mun Thian, 36, X Cabin Crew (Kuching) Raja Sekaran (Josandran), 29, Front Desk Personnel Jon Phua Yong Chuan, 36, Communications Strategist Leong Pak Kuan (George), 55, Fitness Coach Alfie Tjen, 34, Marketing Manager at Accor Ibis Singapore Ahmad Ashrafiqri Kahar Muzakar, 24, Ground Response Officer Thineswaran Maniraja, 24, Bank Officer Amyn Othman. 33, Senior Visual Merchandiser Danial Hadi, 25, Attractions Operator at Universal Studios Singapore INDONESIA: Abdul Rozak (Zakky), 27, Make-Up Artist - Indonesia Reza Aulia Waskito, 32, Corporate Employee Candra Hakiki, 31, Model Aswandi Rosyid, 26, Model Rahmat Wahyu Aji Saputra (Gio), 25, Model Marco Hartanto (Marco Marcus), 35, Singer Songwriter
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Kilmarnock Fair Festival set to return to Howard Park in June
Around £60k in UK Government funding will be used to hold the event. Kilmarnock Fair Festival will return to Howard Park this June, thanks to a £60,000 investment secured through the UK Government's Plan for Neighbourhoods fund. East Ayrshire Council is expected to agree to enter a negotiated contract with Centrestage to deliver the event on Saturday, June 28. The festival, which aims to strengthen community ties and support regeneration, is being organised on behalf of the Kilmarnock Neighbourhood Board—also known as We Make Kilmarnock. The decision on the contract will be considered at a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, with the council using powers to directly negotiate the contract due to time constraints caused by changes in government funding criteria earlier this year. Last year's inaugural event drew large crowds with a family-friendly daytime programme in the park and an evening celebration in the town centre, featuring talent showcases and headline music acts. This year's festival is expected to follow a similar format, with local entertainment, food stalls, live music, and a funfair running from 1pm to 9pm. The funding forms part of the second tranche of 'capacity' support from the Plan for Neighbourhoods programme, which replaced the former Long-Term Plan for Towns initiative following the change in UK Government. Kilmarnock is one of seven Scottish towns selected to receive a £20 million, ten-year endowment to support community-led regeneration. Officials say the festival is not only a community celebration, but also a vital tool for gathering local views to shape future regeneration plans. Police Scotland and other local partners are also engaged in planning to ensure the event is safe and welcoming for all attendees. While the contract with Centrestage is specific to this year's event, future editions of the Fair Festival may also be supported through the Plan for Neighbourhoods, subject to the Neighbourhood Board's recommendations and council agreement. The cabinet will consider the proposal on Wednesday, May 7.
