11 Malaysian Creators To Vie For Regional TikTok Awards In Bali

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Eleven Malaysian creators, including Adam Shamil, Ikhmal Nour and Pudds, will represent the country at the inaugural TikTok Awards Southeast Asia in Bali, Indonesia, on Nov 27.

TikTok, in a statement today, said that more than 5.3 million votes were cast during the nationwide public voting period from October 12 to 26 to select Malaysia’s representatives.

Adam Shamil (@iamadamshamil) will contend for Creator of the Year, while Ikhmal Nour (@ikhmaln0ur) and Pudds (@deadpudds) will compete in the TikTok LIVE Creator of the Year and Lifestyle Creator of the Year categories, respectively.

“I’m truly honoured to represent Malaysia on this regional stage. This recognition means a lot, not just to me, but also to the team and community who have been part of this journey.

“As a creator and business owner, I’ve seen how content can go beyond sharing stories and become a way to connect with people, grow a business and create opportunities for others. Coming from Borneo, I’m proud to bring our stories and creativity to a wider regional audience,” Adam said in the statement.

Malaysia’s other representatives are @nabilnazrol (Rising Creator of the Year), @sir_asai (Education Creator of the Year), @amaranas_ (Sports Creator of the Year), @chesayang_kitchen (Food Creator of the Year) and @leonsmeonss (Entertainment Creator of the Year).

Also selected were @gigicheoh (Beauty & Fashion Creator of the Year), @moseswck (Popular Video of the Year) and @sallywhoo (TikTok Shop Creator of the Year).

TikTok Southeast Asia general manager of content operations Angga Anugrah Putra said the awards would bring together creators from six countries, giving them a wider audience and more opportunities to build their businesses.

“Congratulations to all 11 local creators on being voted as Malaysia's Country Representatives. As 'The Ones Who Spark It', the chosen creators reflect the authentic pulse of our local communities, turning creative passions into tangible economic growth and positive social impact,” said Angga.

Content Forum chief executive officer Mediha Mahmood, who attended the local red-carpet gala celebration, said responsibly produced digital content could help improve livelihoods and inspire young creators and entrepreneurs.

“Digital content, when created responsibly and intentionally, holds immense potential to drive social progress, uplift livelihoods, and catalyse economic growth. We are proud to see such exceptional Malaysian talent celebrated on the regional stage,” she said.

TikTok said the regional finalists would be assessed by a panel that includes representatives from the ASEAN Secretariat, WPP and TikTok, with the winners to be announced at the finale on Nov 27 in Bali.

-- BERNAMA