Kathmandu – With the noble objective of showcasing Nepali child talent to the global stage and supporting their overall personality development, the 9th edition of Kiddy Face of the Year International 2025 concluded successfully amid a grand ceremony. Organized by Radiant Event Management Agency, this prestigious competition highlighted the unique talents of children while significantly boosting their confidence and leadership abilities.
The winners and runners-up in various categories captivated the judges and the audience alike with their magical performances. The enthusiasm and creativity of the young participants filled the venue with an atmosphere of energy and excitement.
This year’s major titles were awarded to:
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Junior Girls: Abhya Dhakal
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Senior Boys: Joseph Rai
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Senior Girls: Abanavi Karki
All three stood out with their exceptional performances and artistic skills, winning the hearts of everyone present.
Other Title Holders
First Runners-up:
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Junior Girls: Tashi Lamu Sherpa
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Senior Girls: Ayushi Kafle
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Senior Boys: Urgen Dorje Lama
Second Runners-up:
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Junior Girls: Ruharika Shrestha
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Senior Boys: Kiyan Jung Karki
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Senior Girls: Sipora Sunuwar
Third Runners-up:
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Junior Girls: Samriddhi Tamang
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Senior Boys: Ritej Tamang
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Senior Girls: Timila Shrestha
Fourth Runners-up:
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Junior Girls: Jayshree Poudel
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Senior Girls: Rubisha Thapa
The winners and runners-up were honored by distinguished personalities from various fields, which further boosted their confidence and motivation.
To ensure the credibility and fairness of the event, the judging panel comprised some of Nepal’s most respected figures, including Neelima Maskey Shrestha (Founder & Principal of Beautiful Minds Preschool), senior media professional Love Karki, successful entrepreneur Pabina Khadka, CG-Learning’s Head of Branding, Partnerships & Strategy Shirish Ratna Tuladhar, senior school coordinator of Kathmandu World School Pranab Joshi, school supervisor of Daffodil Public School Tarla Sherpa, and editor of News Dainik Kalpana Sharma. Their expertise and evaluation elevated the prestige of the competition.
Raj Phaiju, Managing Director of Radiant Event Management Agency, international model, and fashion coach, stated that the main purpose of the competition is to polish children’s talents and prepare them for a brighter future. “This competition plays an important role in enhancing confidence and developing leadership skills among children,” he remarked.
The event was choreographed by Raj Phaiju himself, while the stunning costume designs were created by Shrisha Baidar. Over the years, Kiddy Face of the Year International has become a creative, inspiring, and empowering platform for children. It continues to encourage young talents to showcase their abilities and prepare themselves for a promising tomorrow.
