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The Star
4 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
New Paper
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Paper
A tale of two pageants: Samuel Seow on celebrating culture, confidence and second chances
Samuel Seow is no stranger to the spotlight - but these days, he prefers to shine it on others. The 52-year-old founder of Beam Artistes is the driving force behind two newly launched male pageants: Misters of Nusantara and Masters of the World. Though both events celebrate men, their goals are distinct: one seeks to unite a region, the other to honour the resilience of age. Debuting this year, Misters of Nusantara is a landmark competition bringing together contestants from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia - three countries that Mr Seow says "share a very close relationship, one that's both competitive and cooperative." "The Nusantara (the Malay Archipelago) includes not just these three, but also countries such as Thailand, Timor Leste and Brunei," he explained in an interview with The New Paper. "But we're starting with the first three countries, where there are a lot of similarities in culture, dance, dress and performance styles, and I want to find someone who can represent that shared identity," he added. Three national titleholders will be crowned - Mr Singapore, Mr Malaysia and Mr Indonesia - but the coveted overall title of Mr King of Nusantara will be decided by public online vote. The winner takes home a brand-new car. For Mr Seow, the pageant is about more than just competition. "There's a deep history in Nusantara. We're one of the oldest peoples in the world after the Africans - and I think people should know that. This is about educating others on our legacy," he said. Running separately from Misters of Nusantara is Masters of the World, an international pageant for mature men. It features two categories: Masters Prime (ages 36-49) and Masters Elite (ages 50 and up). "This has never been done before," Mr Seow stated. "We're often told we can't do things because of age - can't go to the gym, can't wear certain things, can't chase goals. I wanted to challenge that." He added: "The men we're looking for are people who have stories to tell and wisdom to share - not just six-packs." Contestants include CEOs, musicians, fathers, and even men who have overcome incarceration or difficult upbringings. "This year we have one contestant who has a stutter, and he has to work twice as hard to speak every day," Mr Seow said. "Life isn't a bed of roses. These are the stories people need to hear." Both pageants are part of Mr Seow's broader goal: to redefine masculinity and representation in Southeast Asia. "There's a lot of pressure on men to behave a certain way," he observed. "Do you open the door for a woman? Do you offer to pay for dinner? These are the kinds of questions that reflect how ideas of manhood are changing - and they're exactly the kinds of things we explore in our Q&A rounds." Despite setbacks - including issues with a partner in Indonesia who allegedly mishandled contestant fees - Mr Seow remains committed. "We had to rebuy air tickets for contestants ourselves. It was disappointing," he admitted. "But this will still be the biggest male pageant event in the region. And we're just getting started." As he puts it: "This is not about perfection. It's about growth, effort, and being the best version of yourself - no matter where you come from or how old you are."
Business Insider
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Citi Sticks to Their Buy Rating for Reliance Worldwide Corp. (RLLWF)
Citi analyst Samuel Seow maintained a Buy rating on Reliance Worldwide Corp. (RLLWF – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$5.25. The company's shares closed last Wednesday at $2.80. Confident Investing Starts Here: Seow covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Reliance Worldwide Corp., Brambles , and Aurizon Holdings. According to TipRanks, Seow has an average return of -1.6% and a 50.69% success rate on recommended stocks. Currently, the analyst consensus on Reliance Worldwide Corp. is a Strong Buy with an average price target of $3.27, implying a 16.79% upside from current levels. In a report released on May 13, Morgans also upgraded the stock to a Buy with a A$5.45 price target.
Business Insider
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Aurizon Holdings (QRNNF) Gets a Hold from Citi
Citi analyst Samuel Seow maintained a Hold rating on Aurizon Holdings (QRNNF – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$3.40. Protect Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. Seow covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Brambles , Reliance Worldwide Corp., and Aurizon Holdings. According to TipRanks, Seow has an average return of -2.3% and a 46.85% success rate on recommended stocks. In a report released today, Macquarie also maintained a Hold rating on the stock with a A$3.32 price target. QRNNF market cap is currently $3.53B and has a P/E ratio of 15.00.
Business Insider
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Reliance Worldwide Corp. (RLLWF) Gets a Buy from Citi
In a report released today, Samuel Seow from Citi maintained a Buy rating on Reliance Worldwide Corp. (RLLWF – Research Report), with a price target of A$5.25. The company's shares closed last Monday at $2.65. Protect Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. According to TipRanks, Seow is an analyst with an average return of -2.3% and a 46.85% success rate. Seow covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Brambles , Reliance Worldwide Corp., and Aurizon Holdings. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating for Reliance Worldwide Corp. with a $3.43 average price target, representing a 29.43% upside. In a report released yesterday, Goldman Sachs also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a A$5.20 price target. The company has a one-year high of $4.14 and a one-year low of $2.21. Currently, Reliance Worldwide Corp. has an average volume of 1,362.
