And the opportunity finally came after some time, am so stoked to be able to blog for Man Hunt Singapore as I haven't attended a full male pageant before, and moreover - to pen down my thoughts about it.

Last Saturday I was tied up with hosting in the morning but fortunately the main event started after I reached the venue.

The press conference was in late April, which I didn't attend but of cos through the ERM queens on Facebook I got to catch a glimpse of the contestants this year. And I happen to know 1 of them who belonged to the same networking organization.

As usual, a mandatory photo wall shot - thank you to Alex of Selfiprint for this amazing shot!!!


The Pre-Judging was held at the Pool Side of  One Farrer Hotel & Spa, one of my favourite hotel for events & spa retreat, I missed their aromatic spa massage!

Then, the contestants made their way out in their Flesh Imp shirts, which looked super pleasing on each and everyone of them! I liked the variety of colours, this is definitely a go to place to buy shirts for your boyfriends' ladies!

Some photographs taken.






The contestants went to change and came out in their Waveline Trunks for the Pre-Judging! They had to each introduce themselves then pick a ball from the box to get a question from the panel of judges which had renowned celebrities/industry experts such as Samuel Seow, Daniel Boey, Julian Hee, Vincent from Vintage Studio, Dr David from Dr D Aesthetic, Melvin and Angela from ERM Marketing!

I was listening actively to the Q&A hence, some photographs aren't as high res as the ones taken on my DSLR :)

Since it's my first time meeting the contestants, those of you who are new to Man Hunt can also get to know the contestants at the very same time! If you like him/his answer - do click on the hyperlink on their names to vote for them via Global Tickets! As the winner with the most votes will be crowned as Mr. Internet Popularity.

Will share their Q&A however it is based on memory, hence there'll be some missing bits here and there.. or nothing for some. I'll try my best! PS: Feel free to reach out to me if you want me to include the missing parts.

And let's start with the Junior category....

I am in this competition because I want to build up on my self-confidence, I know that many of them here have lots of confidence, whereas for me I want to step out of my comfort zone and achieve success through this competition. 

The beginning whereby I met all of the contestants. As I got to meet the different contestants from different walks of life who had very different phases of life as compared to what I have.

I feel that everyone has something to say. Even if you're the most gorgeous/handsome person, people have something to say.. Due to jealousy and all. Just be positive, be yourself and do your best. Believe in yourself in whatever you do.  

I look up to the Ms Singapore girls because they dare to go up on stage, just like us in nothing but our trunks.. when people put up images and make awful comments.. I think beauty is very subjective and we should be confident instead.

Social Media - they have to portray their best image because they crave for acceptance... 

Being alongside these guys, there are some of us who go through lots of emotions, so we encourage each other and get to know about each other.. I even know one of them who wants to feast on Nasi Lemak burger later! And I hope that we can be as good as we can be!

The recent Ms Singapore Beauty Pageant is one thing I talked to my colleague today. All 29 of us today we are proud to be here; to make a statement to everyone. No matter our looks, physique, height or weight, we are always able to participate in something that we want. We can aspire to achieve what we want and we should dare to do it, we only live once! If we allow others to pull us down then why do we live? If we do not achieve what we want..

For me, if I can.. I will pick everyone! Because to me it is subjective.. I would rather say everyone. Everyone is a champion, everyone is a winner. Winning is not everything.. it is about the process, the people we meet and the good memories forged. That is what matters to me the most.

Desmond is 23 years old this year and he is a fitness trainer.

I believe in many perks of being a male in Singapore.. I believe that even if I become a woman, I will just accept it. I will learn to be a good woman.. I will not be a bad one. All this comes down to my background and education, what I did when I am younger.. So I do not want to mix with bad company.. not very ideal. Everyone has their own flaws but we just have to take time to discover our strengths. I get to see my confidence rising up and with the help of my buddies here it is a very good journey. 

I don't feel that way. I think from a neutral perspective, everyone has their own dreams; people from overseas who want to seek for jobs. To do what they want. It is a challenge for everyone for how we want to fight for our dreams. If you don't win, then you have to keep it up. 

I see someone with commitment, willing to work hard for his dreams.

Being yourself.. because people nowadays on social media and everything around - we just want to be something/someone whom we are not. I feel that we should stick to being who we really are!

I was bullied a lot to a point where I do others' homework just to be accepted in their social circles and have friends. So that was the only way since I was ugly and fat. I see kids now less motivated, lose motivation in many stuffs they do. They can find that courage and determination in their heart to pursue what they want, what they are passionate about and go for it. For me, I manage to found alternative sources of income just to support myself in university and achieve what I have today.. hence I hope to motivate them as well!

The customers and the way I see how everything works as a family business. I hope to be able to do the same like what my dad did to make the business even better.

My eyes, because everyone says that it is too small, especially my teacher in secondary school day, she will exclaim that I am sleeping... so ya. 

If only people spread more love and happiness to the world.. It will be much more better.

I suppose it's for seniors only.. If I were to name the top 3, I will pick myself because I want to win. Syafiq and Glen.

I want to thank my mum, she gave birth to me and took care of me. Thank her for all the hard work. Then my girlfriend, because she has spent time to work out with me.

When I go home, I will think back of the journey which I had, regardless of the outcome - not all 29 of us will be a winner. All of us have our memories and lessons that we learned. Man Hunt has been an amazing journey it has prepared us for every aspect what it means to be a man of the modern society. From the way we speak, how we groom ourselves and present ourselves to people confidently. Such that when we look at others in the eye, we can be confident.. 

I applaud my wife for supporting me in my needs and wants, throughout this competition. Values wise, I think they are living life to the fullest and fulfil the responsibilities as a husband, son and a father in the future.

I will tell her the pros and cons of having pre-marital sex and I think it's good to have protection. I don't have a difficult time because I had my sisters to ask me to buy tampons, hence I think buying such sexual related items it will be ok.

But are these people caring because it has become a drama, popular topic on Social Media or is it because they are truly concerned that the country's image will be tarnished because of these girls?