SINGAPORE - If you're an aspiring model or fan of the reality television series, America's Next Top Model (ANTM), now's your chance to be in it.
Already produced locally in Asian countries such as China, Vietnam and the Philippines, the show's Pan-Asian edition will be filmed right here in Singapore.
The casting call has been given in the search for the freshest face in the region.
While the US version - now in its 18th season - is hosted by its creator Tyra Banks, the Asian version of the show will be hosted by well-known model and host, Nadya Hutagalung.
The show gives women from different backgrounds the chance to live their dreams and vie for a chance to be a professional model signed to a renowned agency.
"To be a top model takes determination, hard work and focus. There is also a great need to be a consummate professional", said Hutagalung.
"There are so many beautiful girls in Asia aspiring to walk the catwalks of Milan and Paris. This show intends to find them, mentor and coach them to help fast track their rise to international success."
Asia's Next Top Model is expected to be broadcast from late 2012.
About 40 girls from around the region will be shortlisted to compete. Final auditions will be held in May.
Besides discovering fresh new Asian modelling talent, the show will also be a platform to recognise the array of Asian talents in the fashion, beauty and creative industries.
Over the 13 episodes, audience will be exposed to Asian ingenuity at its best and discover the high calibre of work and innate passion that builds and sustains the industry.
The show will be shot mostly in Singapore, and just like the US format, it will feature at least one other fashion capital.
To be eligible, applicants must be of Asian descent and aged between 18 and 27 years old.
They must also be currently residing in Asia, or have a permanent address in any of the Asian countries, and speak and understand English.
Interested applicants may do so online (www.AsiasNextTopModel.tv) or by mail. The closing date is May 7, 6pm (Singapore time).
The winner will walk away with a contract with a major modelling agency and a cover shoot and fashion photo spread in a top fashion magazine.
The judging panel and brand partners will be announced within the next few weeks.
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