Nawang Dondup, Nikhil Okram & Salkwachang Debbarma crowned 14th Set Wet Mega Mister North East
Shillong, Jan 31: Nawang Dondup from Arunachal Pradesh, Nikhil Okram from Manipur and Salkwachang Debbarma from Tripura were crowned winners of the 14th Set Wet Mega Mister North East 2025 amidst a crowd brimming with excitement at the ITA Cultural Complex, Machkhowa.
With no runners-up, all three winners have been given equal privileges and responsibilities, solidifying their place as the region’s most promising young talents.
Having celebrated 14 successful years, Mega Mister North East continues to serve as the region’s premier platform for discovering and empowering young men. Conceptualized by fashion entrepreneur Abhijeet Singha, the pageant is produced by Mega Entertainment and marketed by Mega Activation. This year’s edition witnessed an enthusiastic response during its eight-city audition tour, culminating with 54 finalists competing in a week-long grooming camp in Guwahati.
Reflecting on the event, Abhijeet Singha, Founder of Mega Entertainment, stated, “My heartiest congratulations to Nawang, Nikhil and Salkwachang for their daunting victory. This year’s winners exemplify the incredible talent and resilience of the youth from the Northeast. Over the past 14 years, we have nurtured countless young men who have gone on to achieve great heights. With one of our winners representing India at Mister International, we continue to showcase the remarkable potential of this region on a global stage.”
Nawang Dondup from Tawang has completed his Bachelor’s in Engineering and is pursuing an MBA from Assam Downtown University in Guwahati. His father, hailing from picturesque Zemithang, is a government employee in Arunachal Pradesh while his mother is a homemaker.
Nikhil Okram from Imphal is a student of Bachelor’s in Physical Education at Manipur University. His father works at Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) Manipur. His mother, Okram (O) Binatombi Devi, is an author.
Salkwachang Debbarma from Ambassa is preparing for civil services. His parents are working with the Education Department in Tripura. While his father is a school principal, his mother is a teacher in Dhalai district of Tripura.
As the Title Sponsor, Set Wet reaffirmed its commitment to inspiring individuality and confidence among the youth. Applauding the winners, Somasree Bose Awasthi, Chief Marketing Officer, Marico Limited, said, “I would like to extend my congratulations to the winners of the Set Wet Mega Mister North East 2025! Set Wet has consistently led the way in hairstyling trends, establishing itself as the ultimate style companion for the modern youth. Our partnership with Mega Entertainment showcased the transformative power of hairstyling in fostering self-expression and confidence —perfectly aligned with our #UpgradeYourHairGame philosophy. We look forward to seeing these winners set new benchmarks in style and grooming.”
