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CNA
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Actor Tyler Ten will treat himself to Shin Ramyun instant noodles after winning big at Star Awards 2025
If there's any indication that Tyler Ten is set to become one of Mediacorp's brightest stars, this Star Awards just proved it. The 29-year-old was named Best Rising Star and was also one of the three Most Popular Rising Stars, along with fellow young guns Zhang Zetong and Ayden Sng. It would be the last time the trio are eligible for the award, as it's only open to stars with five or fewer years of experience, and they will battle for the Top 10 Most Popular Artiste awards next year. It's about time Ten had his moment of glory. A finalist at Star Search 2019, he was a face to watch from the get-go. There was hardly anyone taller, fitter, or more heartthrob-by than him in the competition. You can still say the same about him and his competition now. He just took longer to get here than, say, Star Search 2019 champ Zhang Zetong, who was last year's big winner. But its Ten's time now. And you get the impression he knows it. When we ask why he looked so nervous – like a kid awaiting his PSLE results – before presenter Huang Biren announced his name, Ten said: 'My heart was pounding… A lot of people have been giving me support and they believe that I would get this award. I felt stressed that I wouldn't be able to go on the stage to thank them.' He didn't want to be disappointed again after going home empty-handed the last few Star Awards. 'The past few years I tried to manifest and believe I would win but it turned out to be a big disappointment. So this year I tried to do something different. I just didn't think about it. I believe that when the time comes, it will come.' He's had a great year, of course. His role as a psycho killer in Best Drama, Unforgivable, showed he's not just a pretty face, but one with acting chops. And of course, there's his star-making turned as lovable gangster Bai Ah Li in Emerald Hill, which in no doubt, has skyrocketed his popularity. When Ten went on stage, dressed in a chest-baring suit, host Guo Liang said he looked so anxious, his pecs were tensed up. 'I'll take that as a compliment,' laughed Ten. We asked how many push-ups he did before getting dressed. He said: 'I didn't. All I did was go on a fast two nights ago until noon today. I believe in fasting and it helps regenerate your cells. It's good for your health. I do it about once a week.' He must be starving now. Surely, he must be hankering for a big meal after the awards. 'I don't think I can tonight because everywhere is closed by now,' he said. 'So tomorrow I'll order a huge Nutella cake and finish it all by myself. I have been dieting and cutting out sugar. I love chocolate. I love Nutella. Hopefully it will satisfy all my cravings," he added, laughing. Tomorrow seems too far away a celebration for something he has been anticipating for so long, we tell him. 'Okay I think I will eat instant noodles when I get home, Shin Ramyun. I love it, I haven't had it in months."
Observer
21-03-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Shooting Stars crowned champions in women's basketball tourney
Muscat: Shooting Stars clinched the title of the fourth Women's Ramadan Basketball Tournament after an exciting final match, narrowly defeating OQ8 39–37. The final was held at the secondary hall of the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher, under the auspices of Her Highness Sayyida Afra bint Talal bin Tariq al Said. The event was attended by Khawla al Rawahiya, Director of the Women's Sports Department at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, Heba al Naabiya, Head of the Women's Basketball Committee, along with a number of parents and basketball enthusiasts. The final was filled with suspense and closely matched performances. OQ8 started strong, dominating the first and second quarters thanks to a well-balanced offensive and defensive strategy. However, Shooting Star made a powerful comeback in the second half, managing to tie the score at 37–37 before sealing the victory in the final moments with a two-point lead—thanks to a heroic team performance. The top three winners pose with the chief guest and officials. After the match, the event patron honoured the winning teams and outstanding players in a celebratory closing ceremony. In the individual awards category, Omani Shams al Duha al Khanjari from Shooting Stars was recognised as the top-scorer of the match, while Persa from OQ8 earned the overall top-scorer award. Ghadeer al Ismaili from the Al Amerat team was named Best Player among Omanis, and Aya Mendoza from Betal was awarded Best Player among the professional players. The Best Rising Star award went to promising young Omani player Sarah al Said from Shooting Stars. In the team awards, Shooting Stars received gold medals and the championship trophy, OQ8 claimed silver medals and the second-place trophy, while Betal secured bronze medals and the third-place trophy. Players fight for the ball during a match. Khawla al Rawahiya expressed her delight at the remarkable success of this fourth edition of the tournament, which was organised in collaboration between the Women's Sports Department and the Women's Committee of the OBA. She noted the noticeable improvement in the technical level of the participating teams. She affirmed that the final match was full of excitement and competitiveness, reflecting the close levels between the two teams. She also highlighted the emergence of several promising Omani talents during the tournament who demonstrated outstanding performances, indicating a bright future for the national team. Al Rawahiya also praised the support provided by Pocari Sweat, which contributed to the event's success. Shooting Stars celebrate with the trophy. She added that this edition stood out with the significant participation of resident professional players in Oman, which enhanced the competitive spirit of the tournament and provided valuable exposure for national team players. Heba al Naabiya also praised the high level of the final match, pointing out that the tournament achieved its goals of supporting and developing women's basketball. She emphasised the emergence of Omani players who at times outperformed their professional counterparts. She confirmed that the success of this edition will motivate the Women's Committee to expand its tournament agenda in 2025 in preparation for upcoming events, including the Arab Youth Championship in Dhofar Governorate and the Al Mouj Tournament.
