Alenpeter Yimchunger and Khiume Zaplu were crowned Mr and Miss Chümoukedima 2026 at a grand finale organised by Meraki Entertainment Nagaland on October 3.
Chümoukedima, October 6 (MExN): Alenpeter Yimchunger and Khiume Zaplu were crowned Mr and Miss Chümoukedima 2026 at a grand finale organised by Meraki Entertainment Nagaland on October 3.
The pageant, held at Zone Niathu by the Park, Chümoukedima brought together young men and women from across the region, celebrating confidence, personality, talent, fashion, culture and leadership.
In the Miss Chümoukedima category, Sarah Zhimomi was declared 1st Runner-Up, while Neivino Tsükru secured the 2nd Runner-Up position.
In the Mr Chümoukedima category, Toloto Zhimomi emerged as 1st Runner-Up, followed by Imnayanger Longkumer as 2nd Runner-Up.
The grand finale commenced with a welcome address by Thritong Sangtam, Chairman of Meraki Entertainment Nagaland.
The opening ceremony featured performances by The Chemist Band, The Maple Tree, Kohjung Sangtam, Lenen Jamir, Yung Willy, Imtijong Jamir and Samuel. The event was also graced by Annalia, Founder of Annalia Beauty, and TS Gill, a culture, fashion and lifestyle enthusiast.
Special subtitle awards were presented to Toloto Zhimomi and Moarenla Lkr (Best Smile), Menevinuo Medoze and Bangso Khemprai (Best Ethnic Wear), Imnayanger Longkumer (Mr Popularity), Alumla Sangtam (Miss Queen of Heart), Toloto Zhimomi and Neivino Tsükru (Best Ramp Walk), Tongpangkokba Jamir and Selila Sangtam (Multimedia), Dyreal Phongnong Phom and Geganli Rufina (People's Choice Award), and Marsosang Jamir and Alumla Sangtam (Best Reel Icon).
The contestants were professionally groomed and choreographed by Bikee Dutta, Mr Dimapur 2023.
The event was presented by Kinwan Tea in collaboration with IWSN Training Centre, with support from Zone Niathu by the Park as Venue and Hospitality Partner, Keystone Coaching Centre as Education Partner, Nagaland College Media as Student Media Partner, Lisu Care as Beauty and Wellness Partner, Braces and Implants Dental Clinic and Dimapur Dental Centre as Smile Partners, and Kimthaliu Panmei as sponsor of the Mr Popularity and Miss Queen of Heart subtitles. Other partners included EVRE and Spicy Corner as Event Partners, Kachen Makeover and Tsela Makeover as Official Makeup Artists, Bluetable Production as Official Production Partner, Lipila Sangtam Beauty and Nails as Silver Sponsor, The Phone Zone as Gift Hamper Sponsor, Ocean as Beverage Partner, EDA Press as Official Printing Partner, Fear Fit Fitness, Chümoukedima as Fitness Partner, and Swiss School of Beauty, Dimapur as Official Hairstylist. The Miss Chümoukedima title was sponsored by IWSN Training Centre, while the 1st Runner-Up title was sponsored by Dentique Chümoukedima. The crown, trophy and evening gown were sponsored by IWSN Training Centre, and the casual designer wear by V Movi Institute of Fashion Designing.
The evening was hosted by Ilo Zhimomi, Miss Chümoukedima 1st Runner-Up 2024, and Metila Sumi. The judging panel comprised Neiketuno Sachii, Miss Chümoukedima 2023; Dr Nungtilong Longkumer; Tiakumzuk, Director of Dreamz Unlimited; Esther T Ngullie, State General Secretary, Indian Chamber of Commerce for SC, ST and Women Entrepreneurship; Azungla Imsong, Managing Director, IWSN Training Centre; Lipila Sangtam, Founder, Lipila Naik Studio and Certified Makeup Artist; and Neitho Khamo, Co-Founder, 4Front Event Management and Chief Judge.
Winners and participants received special gift hampers sponsored by Anna Beauty Products and Lisu Care, along with a one-year free gym membership sponsored by Fear Fit Fitness, Chümoukedima.
The organisers said the pageant aimed not only to celebrate beauty and fashion but also to provide a platform for young people to showcase their confidence, creativity, talent, communication skills and individuality.
