Set Wet crown sits on lad from Manipur

By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, Jan 31  : Amidst a crowd brimming with excitement, State lad Nikhil Okram was crowned as one of the three winners of the 14th Set Wet Mega Mister North East 2025 held at the ITA Cultural Complex, Machkhowa, Guwahati on January 30.
With no runners-up, Nawang Dondup from Arunachal Pradesh, Salkwachang Debbarma from Tripura and Nikhil Okram have been bestowed with equal privileges and responsibilities, solidifying their place as the region's most promising young talents.
Among the subtitle award winners, another young talent from the State, Vyas Heigrujam, bagged the Incredible India Mega Mister Tourism award while Nikhil was also the winner of "Illumis Best Physique".
Other subtitle award winners of the evening were: Set Wet Mister Trend Setter-Nawang Dondup and Hotel Daaysco Oley Allo Mister Congeniality- Pradhumna Chetri (Sikkim).
Nikhil Okram from Imphal is a student of Bachelor in Physical Education at Manipur University. His father works at Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) Manipur while his mother, Okram (O) Binatombi Devi, is an author.
The winners received a prize package worth over Rs 50,000, travel opportunities, brand engagements, professional representation by Mega Entertainment, and public relations support from Life’s Purple, the official PR Partner.
Supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, under the Incredible India banner, the event also celebrated the rich cultural legacy of North East India through the Hidden Paradises campaign. Contestants showcased the region’s vibrant landscapes and traditions, creating an unforgettable visual tapestry. The grand finale was also graced by Fran Zafra, Mister International 2024 from Spain, who commended the region’s talent and cultural heritage. The judging panel included renowned names such as hotelier Bobby Singh, cosmetologist Dr Reema Das Mallik, Mega Mister North East, Mister International India Adong Jamatia, Fashion & Lifestyle Promoter Monica Devi, Mega Mister North East and Mister International Lukanand Kshetrimayum. Sakshi Agarwal, Brand Manager, Set Wet, was also present on the occasion. Reflecting on the event, Abhijeet Singha, founder of Mega Entertainment and Somasree Bose Awasthi, Chief Marketing Officer, Marico Limited congratulated the winners.