Winners of Mrs Nepal Australia 2025
The grand finale of Mrs. Nepal Australia 2025 concluded with elegance, grace, and cultural pride on 13th September 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. The coveted crown was claimed by Lila Tiwari Paudel, who impressed the judges and audience with her confidence, charm, and inspiring presence. Along with the crown, she also earned the “Elegant Walk” award, a cash prize of AUD 1,000, and a gift hamper worth NPR 50,000 from Let Me In Korean Hospital Nepal and various other gift hampers.
The title of first runner-up went to Siwani Kattel, who was honored with the “Confidence” award. She received AUD 600 and a gift hamper worth NPR 30,000 and various other gift hampers. The second runner-up title was claimed by Ashma (Ash) Chalise, who was recognized as the “Graceful Diva”. She was awarded AUD 400 along with a gift hamper worth NPR 20,000 and various other gift hampers.
The winner, Lila Tiwari Paudel, hails from Butwal, Nepal, and currently resides in Mickleham, Melbourne, Victoria. She is pursuing a fulfilling career as a registered nurse, a profession she is deeply passionate about. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys traveling and discovering new places.
The inaugural edition of the event featured fourteen inspiring married Nepali women living in Australia, each bringing unique qualities to the stage. More than just a beauty pageant, the event celebrated Nepali culture, heritage, and talent on an international platform. Contestants were recognized for their individuality and excellence through various sub-titles, such as Bold & Beauty awarded to Aakriti Sapkota, Intellectual to Arati Singh, Congeniality to Jamuna Adhikari Rijal, Social Impact and Elegant Personality to Niva Prajapati Sahukhal, Heart of Gold to Sandhya Bhattarai, Mrs. Poise to Jasmine Chaulagain Dhakal, Talent to Anuja Malla Dhakal, Discipline to Bidhya Paneru, Photogenic to Rashmi Adhikari, Best Attitude to Dipa Khanal, and Fashionista to Saraswati Shrestha.
The pageant was mentored, choreographed, and hosted by Rojin Shakya, a distinguished fashion choreographer and media professional from Nepal. Organized by the Himali Culture Group Melbourne in collaboration with Events Nepal Australia, the competition was presented by Miracle Migration and Education and powered by Grace International Education and Migration. Beyond glamour, the event was designed to empower married Nepali women by fostering leadership, communication, and personal growth, while also promoting Nepal’s rich heritage and tourism globally.
The program was successfully managed by Season Media, a trusted Nepali media organization with over sixteen years of proven expertise in large-scale event management. The panel of judges included respected personalities such as actor and model Prakriti Shrestha, Miss Nepal Earth 2011 Anupama Aura Gurung, Binod Kunwar, Managing Director of A3K Solution, Sagar Shahi, Director of Miracle Migration & Education, and Prakash Regmi, Director of Grace International Education & Migration.
The event was further dignified by the presence of Nirajan Gauli, the Honorary Consul of Nepal in Victoria, Australia, who graced the evening as the Chief Guest.
Mrs. Nepal Australia 2025 stood as a landmark celebration of empowerment, elegance, and cultural pride, showcasing the strength and brilliance of Nepali women thriving abroad while carrying their heritage with dignity and pride.
