The modeling competition named as ACE OF MODELS – the thunder, organized by Capture and presented by Cloud Education and Visa Services, concluded as a remarkable celebration of fashion, discipline, and emerging talent.
The grand finale, held at German Homes, Gatthaghar, was an evening of elegance and electrifying performances, where finalists showcased their transformation before an esteemed panel of judges and distinguished guests.
Kusum Sapkota was crowned Female Winner and awarded a cash prize of NPR 1,00,000, while Sushant Shrestha claimed the Male Winner title, receiving NPR 1,00,000 along with a direct entry to Mister Nepal. The First Runner-Up titles were secured by Samrachana Thapa Magar in the female category and Nirbikalpa Shrestha in the male category.
Designed as an intensive 35 days professional modeling training program, the platform provided comprehensive industry exposure to its 19 contestants. Under the choreography of Rohan Shrestha and the creative direction of Pabindra Shrestha, participants were refined into confident, stage-ready models prepared to meet professional standards.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Shailaja Adhikary, Managing Director of IEC Group, and judged by prominent personalities including fashion designer Jwala Raj Pokhrel, Face of Nepal 2023 winner Kashish Limbu, Princess Malla, Himanchal Raj KC (Mister Nepal 2025), Anish Gautam (CEO of Cloud Education and Visa Services), Sonam Subba Limbu, and Birat Giri (CEO of Babal Wears).
ACE OF MODELS – THE THUNDER successfully established itself as a dynamic platform that not only recognizes beauty and talent but also cultivates professionalism, confidence, and future industry leaders.
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