The search for first ever Manhunt Malaysia 2017 | A partnership by Beam Artistes and Universal Music Malaysia

BEAM Artistes, a premium artiste management company in Singapore, and Universal Music Malaysia, the local arm of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, have formed a first-of-its-kind partnership to bring about Manhunt Malaysia 2017 as part of BEAM’s focus to offer opportunities primarily in the entertainment and media industries for men. BEAM has made substantial investments in, and has developed a valuable identity for, the unique symbols and elements of Manhunt, that have achieved national and even regional acknowledgement and approval. These elements include but are not limited to recognizing and honouring the traits of honesty, good character, talent, fitness, sportsmanship, grooming, intellect, leadership and good judgement; and to serve as role models for other men with similar goals and personal characteristics. The competition is designed to combine a respect for traditional and historic foundations of the Program with recognition of prevailing modern tastes and values. Hence, to foster similar values and goals here in Malaysia, Universal Music Malaysia and BEAM are collaborating for the first time to organize Manhunt Malaysia 2017!

Ning Baizura and Samuel Seow during press conference

The winner of the Competition shall be entitled to that title until his successor is named, unless earlier terminated by BEAM, and will be representing Malaysia in Manhunt International 2017, which will take place in Thailand in November 2017.

The audition process took place on 26th August 2017, where a total of 18 outstanding candidates were shortlisted as finalists vying for the title. Those 18 men are now in the running to become Beam and Universal’s first ever Manhunt Malaysia 2017 champion, and will undergo a 9-week programme until the winner is crowned. The programme includes workshops that encapsulate – fitness (EMS workout session by Vision Boy/spinning class by Aloha Cycle Club/Cross fit training by District 13), vocal lessons by Bentley Music Academy, skincare grooming workshop by SRM Skincare and modeling, self-grooming and speech training by Jimmy Wong of Wong Creatives.

Manhunt Malaysia 2017 finalists

Manhunt Malaysia 2017 finalists with judges Ning Baizura and Samuel Seow

The pre-judging session will be on 06th October 2017 where there will be a fashion show featuring the finalists in sportswear and swimwear. The Top 10 finalists will also be selected during this process and will be revealed during the Grand Finale, which takes place on 18th October 2017 at the Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur.

At the Grand Finale, the finalists will be put through intense competitions in 4 main rounds – the casual wear round; the swimwear dance; the formal wear round; as well as the question and answer round.

Throughout the Competition, the esteemed panel of judges will include Universal Music Malaysia representatives, Beam management as well as the one and only Ning Baizura.

From L to R: Manhunt Singapore 2016, Samuel Seow, Ning Baizura and the Emcee

Me with the one and only diva, Ning Baizura

Join them as they officially present Manhunt Malaysia 2017 finalists at Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur on the 18th October 2017.

For more information on how you can support the finalists or how to get the tickets for the pre-judging event and Grand Finale, please check out Manhunt Malaysia's facebook page.

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A prepaid that rewards subscribers | An initiative by XOX Mobile and Universal Music Malaysia

Music is a universal language of a mankind. Without music life would be dull and spiritless. Hence this would definitely be a great news to all beloved music lovers and fans!

XOX Mobile has collaborated with Universal Music Malaysia for a first-of its-kind partnership to deliver innovative digital music contents as part of XOX Mobile's focus to reward its loyal subscribers with the introduction of the OneXOX Universal Music Starter Pack (or known as OneMusic Edition Starter Pack) together with OneXOX Friends MTV VJ, actress and singer Fazura, pop-rock group Bunkface and popular singing and acting duo ThomasJack which was held last Wednesday, 15th March 2017 at Sunway Pyramid.

XOX Mobile and Universal Music Malaysia Partnership Launch ceremony

OneXOX Universal Music Starter Pack is officially launched

The starter pack is loaded with music-related goodies that would pleased any music fans (including me). Among the benefits are unparalleled access to digital music and music showcases which includes special ticket offers, artists’ merchandise and exclusive meet-and-greet experience and up-close encounters with local and international artists within the Universal Music family. Hooray to this amazing opportunity! 

OneXOX Universal Music Starter Pack or known as OneMusic Edition Starter Pack

Price at RM10, the prepaid gives you 4G network speeds, in which you will get all the benefits mentioned including RM5 worth of airtime which can be used for voice calls, video calls, SMS and mobile data use. First time top up of the prepaid of RM30 gives you 3GB worth of data and a 28-month validity for the prepaid if the top up is made within 10 days from registration.

In addition, subscribers will also be able to gain exclusive access to showcases and receive special offers on concert and showcase tickets organized by Universal Music Malaysia, on top of 20% discount deals on their products at selected CD-Rama outlets as well as 10% discount deals at Lazada Malaysia. Meanwhile the discounts are currently limited for physical music purchases only, XOX Mobile and Universal Music Malaysia will launch an app that will allow users to download digital contents at a later date.

The benefits/privileges

One of the privileges is that you would stand a chance to be invited to artists' workshops and flyaways, along with first hand exclusivity on all their latest updates, upcoming concerts and pre-release purchases. These are definitely money-can’t-buy experiences that you can't get anywhere else. Other than that, subscribers will also get to enjoy exciting, a lifetime experience with Universal Music’s artists, much like when selected XOX Mobile subscribers were given the opportunity to play in a futsal tournament with the members of Bunkface, in conjunction with the band’s 10th anniversary concert last year. This was definitely a rare opportunity indeed. Such experience has given music lovers and fans a chance to connect directly with their favourite musicians.

During the launched of OneMusic Edition Starter Pack, there were exciting activities being held for the public. Free music, video streaming, mobile game and VR booth, photobooth and also Universal Music merchandises were up for grabbed with any purchase of albums available there. There were also live performances by Universal Music artists Sid Murshid and Nik Qistina prior to the launched. We were given the opportunity to take a photo with OneXOX Friends on stage as well.

Photo opportunity with OneXOX Friends Fazura, Bunkface and ThomasJack on stage

So if you're constantly on the digital world who loves music then it's about time you change to this. OneMusic Edition Starter Pack is available for purchase online which comes with free delivery nationwide. Or else you can get it via Universal Music Malaysia distribution channels. For more info or how to purchase, please visit www.xox.com.my.

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