Contestants of Mrs Nepal Australia 2025
The stage is set for Mrs Nepal Australia 2025, where 14 inspiring contestants are ready to showcase their talent, confidence, and cultural pride. From healthcare professionals and community leaders to creative artists, these finalists represent the beauty, strength, and spirit of Nepali women living in Australia. Let’s meet the contestants making headlines this year.
Contestant No. 1, Lila Tiwari Paudel
From Butwal, Nepal, is currently residing in Mickleham, Melbourne, Victoria. She is pursuing her career as a Registered Nurse and is passionate about her profession. Beyond her work, she enjoys traveling and exploring new places, along with a strong interest in makeup and fashion, which reflect her creative and adventurous personality.
Contestant No. 2, Aakriti Sapkota Shrestha
From Kathmandu, Nepal, is currently residing in Donnybrook, Melbourne. She is professionally engaged as a Registered Nurse, dedicating herself to her career in healthcare. In her personal life, she enjoys exploring new places, shopping, and cooking, which highlight her adventurous, stylish, and creative personality.
Contestant No. 3, Arati Singh
From Kathmandu, Nepal, is currently residing in Hobart, Tasmania. She is professionally engaged as a Health Care Worker, dedicating herself to serving others. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys hiking, walking, knitting, and crochet, activities that reflect both her love for nature and her creative side.
Contestant No. 4, Ashma (Ash) Chalise
From Kathmandu, Nepal, is currently based in Melbourne, Australia. She is professionally engaged as the State Manager at Eve Zone, where she leads operations and client engagement across medical, hospitality, and cleaning supplies. Beyond her professional role, Ashma is a strong advocate for emotional healing. She finds joy in writing, traveling, and exploring nature, using her passions to inspire others to embrace self-worth and resilience.
Contestant No. 5, Jamuna Adhikari Rijal
From Syangja, Nepal, is currently residing in Thomastown, Melbourne. She is professionally engaged as a dedicated driving instructor, where she helps learners build confidence and independence on the road. In her personal life, Jamuna enjoys playing sports, spending time in nature, and participating in community activities. She finds true happiness in serving and supporting others and values creating positive connections that bring people together.
Contestant No. 6, Niva Prajapati Sahukhal
From Bhaktapur, Nepal, is currently residing in Wollert, Melbourne. She is a Registered Nurse with double bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry and Nursing and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Health Administration. Beyond her professional pursuits, Niva enjoys gardening, listening to music and podcasts, and dancing, reflecting her vibrant and balanced lifestyle.
Contestant No. 7, Sandhya Bhattarai
From Pokhara, Nepal, is currently residing at 206/106 Richmond. She is professionally engaged in social work at a hospital and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Journalism from Nepal. With 10 years of experience in the same field, Sandhya has worked in print media, radio news reading, and talk show programs, providing accurate information and support to communities and victims. She is passionate about continuing to use her experience to serve and uplift her community.
Contestant No. 8, Jasmin Chaulagain Dhakal
From Kalanki, Kathmandu, Nepal, and currently resides in Melbourne, Australia. A person with a kind and loving heart, Jasmin is passionate about pursuing a career as an Australian nurse, dedicating her skills and compassion to serving others and contributing to the wellbeing of society. She enjoys going to the gym and exercising, believing in the importance of nurturing both physical and mental wellbeing.
Contestant No. 9, Anuja Malla Dhakal
From the stunning valley of Surkhet, the gateway to the remote and enchanting Karnali Province. Now residing in Broadmeadows, Victoria, Anuja dedicates her career to serving the community as a passionate community service worker. Beyond her professional life, she cherishes every moment with her daughter and family, and finds joy in expressing her creativity through drawing and the art of dance.
Contestant No. 10, Saraswati Shrestha
From Kathmandu, Nepal, and currently resides in Craigieburn, Melbourne, Victoria. She works as a Disability Support Worker and Assistant in Nursing, dedicating her career to helping others. In her free time, Saraswati enjoys spending quality moments with her children, exploring new places, shopping, and expressing her creativity through makeup and self-care.
Contestant No. 11, Bidhya Paneru Paudel
From Jhapa, Nepal, and currently resides in Glenroy, Melbourne, Victoria. She is engaged in teaching and has a passion for inspiring others through her work. In her free time, Bidhya enjoys dancing, modelling, and exploring opportunities as a social influencer, as well as participating in advertising and field projects.
Contestant No.12, Rashmi Adhikari
From Biratnagar, Nepal, and currently resides in Epping, Melbourne. A dedicated healthcare worker and talented hairdresser, Rashmi blends her care for others with her creative flair. Beyond her professional life, she loves exploring new places, travelling, dancing, and expressing her artistic side through drawing. She also enjoys shopping, knitting, playing board games, and cooking.
Contestant No. 13 Dipa Khanal
From Rupandehi, Nepal, now resides in Craigieburn, Victoria. She works as an Allied Health Assistant and support person, where she is dedicated to caring for and supporting others in their health and wellbeing. Outside of her profession, Dipa has a creative and adventurous side—she loves dancing, travelling, and gardening, passions that bring her joy, balance, and a sense of connection to both people and nature.
Contestant nNo. 14 Siwani Kattel
From Jhapa, Nepal, is currently based in Australia. She is pursuing her passion in Biomedicine with a vision to make a meaningful impact in healthcare and within her community. Alongside her academic and professional journey, Siwani values creativity, culture, and personal growth. She takes pride in carrying her Nepali heritage wherever she goes, while also embracing the opportunities and diversity that Australia offers.
all images courtesy: Pradeep Raj Onta
