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Singapore's Nicholas Sim is crowned the first-ever Mr Nusantara, an inspiring winner at the age of 48 who overcame many adversities
KUALA LUMPUR: The highly anticipated MR NUSANTARA pageant 2025 reached a spectacular conclusion on 29th May 2025 at the prestigious Galaxy Banquet Hall @ HGH Convention Centre, while celebrating the rich cultural heritage and modern elegance of the Nusantara region.
The coveted title of MR NUSANTARA 2025 was awarded to Mr Singapore Nusantara 2025 winner Nicholas Erekose Sim who impressed the judges with his charisma, confidence, and dedication to promoting cultural unity and social impact.
At 48, Sim was also one of the oldest winner seen in a full pledged male pageant show.
On top of that, he was indeed an inspiring winner. The Singaporean for many years since his primary school day had actually battled speech difficulties and stuttering issues before overcoming it in his early twenties and going on to become a well-known male pageant winner in his country.
"This is indeed a fantastic day for me. I like to thank all my family members and friends who have supported me throughout the many difficult years that I had when I was growing up. For me, believing in myself and knowing that I can overcome all difficulties is the reason I'm here today with this title," said Sim in his winning speech at the ceremony.
On top of that, Sim has also proven top be very successful in his professional life. At the age of 48, Sim is the also the co-founder and group CEO of the Fiduciary Group.
He has 20 years of experience in investment banking, private banking, and investment management. A notable fact is Sim was previously the reigning Mr Singapore International for more than 10 years.
For his efforts in being crowned Mr Nusantara he walked home with a prize package in total of US$80,000 (RM340,000) in cash and prizes which included a brand-new car.
Completing the winner's court were Jervie Lo @ Leon, a 43 year old jeweller from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, who was sashed as Mr Malaysia Nusantara 2025 and Candra Hakiki, a 31-year-old model from from Jakarta, Indonesia who was adjudged as Mr Indonesia Nusantara 2025.
Both national winners demonstrated remarkable poise and passion throughout the competition.
On the very same stage, Mr Malaysia Nusantara 2025, Jervie Lo, was also sashed as Mister Supranational Malaysia 2025. He will be representing Malaysia at the ninth edition of Mister Supranational which will be held on 28th June, 2025, in Poland.
The grand finale of the much heralded pageant, marked by dazzling performances, fierce competition, and inspiring showcases of talent, intellect, and tradition, drew a full house of distinguished guests, media, and enthusiastic supporters.
Making the night even more glamorous with their attendance were Miss Supranational Malaysia 2025 Eshwin Kaur and Miss Malaysia 2025 (Miss Emerald) Jessrina Kaur.
One of the highlights of the evening was a show-stopping live performance by Malaysia's top girl group, DOLLA, who brought their signature energy and glamour to the stage with three of their major hits. Their electrifying dance-oriented set elevated the atmosphere, earning roaring applause from the crowd and making the event an unforgettable spectacle.
This year's pageant brought together a group of exceptional finalists from across the archipelago, each embodying the values of leadership, cultural pride, and contemporary masculinity. The evening saw the contestants compete in various rounds including resort wear, formal wear, talent showcase and lastly the Q&A segment.
The national winners where selected by a panel of esteemed judges from the entertainment, fashion, business and cultural sectors. Among them were Mister World Singapore 2024 & founder of A.M. Aesthetics - Dr Terence Tea, Miss International Singapore 2006 & founder of Alluoara - Genecia Luo, founder & CEO of Beast Cosmetics & ArtFigura - Jasrina Jasni, renowned fashion designer & president of MODA - Gillian Hung, Miss Supranational Malaysia 2018 Sanjna Suri, Filipino-Malaysian celebrity hairstylist Albert Nico and Singaporean comedian, actor and content creator Hirzi Zulkiflie.
The main MR NUSANTARA 2025 title winner was selected from the winners of the national titles via public voting. The final was hosted by Mr World Malaysia 2022, Joshua Benedict.
Samuel Seow, CEO of Beam Artistes said, 'MR NUSANTARA will continue to grow as a platform that celebrates identity, community engagement, and the dynamic spirit of Nusantara men.'
The 2025 edition solidified its reputation as one of the most meaningful and stylish pageants in the region and also as the biggest male pageant in Malaysia.
This event would not be possible without the pageant's main sponsors A.M Aesthetics and supported by Alluora skincare.
Main Winners:
MR NUSANTARA CHAMPION - Nicholas Erekose Sim (Singapore)
MR MALAYSIA NUSANTARA 2025 – Jervie lo @ Leon
MR SINGAPORE NUSANTARA 2025 – Nicholas Erekose Sim
MR INDONESIA NUSANTARA 2025 – Candra Hakiki
MISTER SUPRANATIONAL MALAYSIA 2025 - Jervie lo @ Leon
Subsidiary Title Winners:
MR A.M AESTHETICS NUSANTARA 2025 - Nicholas Erekose Sim (Singapore)
FACE OF ALLUORA MALAYSIA 2025 – Dr Mohd Faizal Ahmad, Thamil Chelvan, Jervie lo @ Leon
FACE OF ALLUORA SINGAPORE 2025 – Mhar Jayson Cortez, Alfie Tjen, Nicholas Erekose Sim
FACE OF ALLUORA INDONESIA 2025 – Aswandi Rosyid, Marco Marcus @ Marco Hartanto
MR POPULAR MALAYSIA 2025 - Amin Eghtedari
MR POPULAR SINGAPORE 2025 - Nicholas Erekose Sim
MR POPULAR INDONESIA 2025 - Abdul Rozak @ Zakky
MR POPULAR NUSANTARA 2025 – Nicholas Erekose Sim (Singapore)
MR TALENT NUSANTARA 2025 – Azwan Ismail (Malaysia)
MR PHOTOGENIC NUSANTARA 2025 – Mohamad Amir Afandi Mazzlan (Malaysia)
MR CONGENIALITY NUSANTARA 2025 – Amyn Othman. (Singapore)
MR BEST PHYSIQUE NUSANTARA 2025 – Noramzar Abdul Ghani (Malaysia)
MR CHARMING NUSANTARA 2025 – Dr Mohd Faizal Ahmad (Malaysia)
MR PERSONALITY NUSANTARA 2025 – Alfie Tjen (Singapore)
MR SOCIAL MEDIA NUSANTARA 2025 – Mohamad Faiz Miswan (Malaysia)
