The Kats Collection Top Model 2023 pageant was held on 7 October 2023 at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur, to a packed audience. The glittering event saw 20-year-old Moakhumla Ao crowned the winner, taking home a cash prize of Rs. 50,000, a gift hamper from Kats Cosmetics, and a one-year contract with Kats Collection. Werite Kreo was awarded Miss Congeniality.
The judges for the event were Visituonuo Rio (Brand Head), Opang Jamir (Creative Director), Kuvelu Tetseo, and Annalia Zhimomi. The blessings for the event were pronounced by Nini Sekhose, Chairman of Little Star Higher Secondary School and Pastor at GMC, Sovima.
Kenny Rio, the Brand Head, ensured that all the Top 5 Finalists would receive opportunities for upcoming shows, and the winner would enjoy exclusive surprise photoshoots in collaboration with multiple renowned brands. The event was skillfully hosted by Ruopfüzhano Whiso, Femina Miss Nagaland 2018, a fashion model, content creator, and influencer.
The evening also featured electrifying performances by music artists Thunglamo Ngullie, Kuputo Wotsa, Ale, and Brooke.