Mr. Nepal 2025 Grand Finale took place in all its grandeur on 20th September 2025 at The Soaltee, Kathmandu. After an intense series of rounds, the coveted Mr. Nepal World 2025 title went to Himanchal Raj KC. Girish Ratna Shakya won the title of Mister Global Nepal 2025, while Prakash Chauhan was crowned Man of the World Nepal 2025. Adding to the celebration, Nischal Manandhar was declared First Runner-Up, while Darpan Singh Giri achieved the position of Second Runner-Up.
The event, organized by Next Models Nepal and initiated by Expose Nepal Dot Com, stood as one of the year’s most anticipated pageants celebrating confidence, personality, and charisma. The show was choreographed and mentored by veteran fashion figure Prashant Tamrakar and was hosted with grace and charm by Malvika Subba.
After weeks of preparation and multiple grooming sessions, the contestants showcased their journey on stage through a series of competitive rounds. The introduction segment featured striking exclusive leather wear by Rhino Leathers, followed by the second round presented in elegant men’s wear by KASA.
The competition further intensified with the Top 12 question and answer round, which tested intellect, communication, and presence of mind. From there, the top 7 finalists advanced to the final Q&A session, before stepping out in the final round adorned in men’s wear designed by fashion designer Manish Rai, making the evening both stylish and memorable.
A host of subtitle awards were also announced, highlighting the diverse talents and qualities of the contestants. Prakash Chauhan stood out further by winning both Mr. Multimedia and Most Active. Nischal Manandhar earned Mr. Style Icon, while Himanchal Raj KC bagged Best Personality. The energetic Darpan Singh Giri took home Best Sportsmanship, and Girish Ratna Shakya was honored as Gentleman with Purpose. Other winners included Bijay Suangtan (Most Talented), Laxman Chand Thakuri (Best Physique), Austin Sherchan (Most Popular), Sakriya Ghising Tamang (Most Intellectual), Sabal Katuwal (Most Creative), and Aashish Giri (Mr. Commercial).
The distinguished panel of judges featured notable personalities from diverse industries: Mister Nepal 2023 Samarpan Jung Karki, Actress Priyanka Karki, Shailaja Adhikary (MD of IEC Group Nepal), commercial photographer Raj Bhai Suwal, and respected professional Sareeta Shri Gyawali.
The evening not only celebrated winners but also showcased the growth, confidence, and cultural pride of young Nepali men, solidifying Mr. Nepal 2025 as a platform of opportunity and recognition on both national and international stages.
