The Miss Malaysia Kebaya (MMK) Grand Final 2025, held in conjunction with National Kebaya Day, Karnival Kebaya Malaysia 3.0, and the MFMPA 5.0 Industry Awards, celebrated Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage, fashion excellence, and women empowerment at the prestigious DBKL Auditorium, Kuala Lumpur.
The event gathered distinguished guests, esteemed judges, media partners, and cultural icons in an evening filled with glamour, tradition, and celebration of Malaysia’s fashion identity.
Guest of Honour & Dignitaries
The evening was graced by:
Representing the Director General of Tourism Malaysia, En. Kamal Ais, Deputy Director of Tourism Malaysia Wilayah Tengah.
Puan Hidayatul ‘Ein binti Mohamad Azmi, Director of the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) WPKL.
Datuk Rashidi Hasbullah, Former Secretary-General of the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia.
Their presence underscored the cultural significance of the kebaya as a national heritage icon.
Founder’s Special Quote
Dr. Jason Hee, President and Founder of Miss Malaysia Kebaya and the Malaysia Fashion, Modelling and Pageant Association (MFMPA), shared:
“Miss Malaysia Kebaya is not just a beauty pageant – it is a cultural movement. Through this platform, we preserve the elegance of the kebaya, empower women to shine with confidence, and showcase Malaysia’s identity to the world. The kebaya is a symbol of unity, heritage, and pride – and our mission is to ensure it continues to inspire generations to come.”
Judges Panel
The grand finale featured a distinguished panel of judges, including Bon Zainal, Carol Lee, Eleen Yong, Asyraf Dasley, Datuk Rashidi Hasbullah, Dato’ Kamil Othman, Datin Winnie Loo, and Winnie K, among other esteemed figures from the fashion, arts, and cultural industries. Their expertise brought credibility, diversity, and prestige to the judging process.
Winners & Highlights
The event crowned four main titleholders alongside subsidiary award winners in categories including Kids, Teen, Miss, and Kebaya Queen. The winners will serve as cultural ambassadors, representing Malaysia in future international showcases, tourism diplomacy, and fashion collaborations.
MFMPA 5.0 Industry Awards – Honouring 35 Leaders
A highlight of the evening was the Malaysia Fashion, Modelling and Pageant Association (MFMPA) 5.0 Industry Awards, where 35 awardees were honoured for their outstanding contributions across fashion, modelling, pageantry, entrepreneurship, arts, and community leadership.
This recognition reinforced MFMPA’s role as a platform that uplifts excellence, innovation, and leadership in Malaysia’s creative and cultural industries.
About Miss Malaysia Kebaya (MMK)
Founded in 2010, Miss Malaysia Kebaya is a pioneering cultural beauty pageant that has grown into a platform celebrating Malaysian identity, fashion, and female empowerment. Together with the Malaysia Fashion, Modelling and Pageant Association (MFMPA), it continues to create opportunities for women, while promoting Malaysia’s unique cultural heritage to the world.
