Baku:A total of 33 Malaysian creators have been nominated for TikTok's inaugural Southeast Asia Awards, set for 2026. These awards aim to honor creators whose content influences digital culture and inspires communities across the region.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the initiative, announced by TikTok's general manager of content operations for Southeast Asia, Angga Anugrah Putra, seeks to provide local talent with a platform to showcase their creativity and advance their digital careers. The awards are themed 'The Ones Who Spark It' and will include a local voting phase from October 12 to 26, allowing users across Southeast Asia to vote for their favorite creators.

The nominees are spread across 11 categories, including Creator of the Year, Rising Creator, Education, Sports, Food, Entertainment, Beauty and Fashion, Lifestyle, Popular Video, TikTok LIVE, and TikTok Shop Creator of the Year. The top-voted creator in each category will have the opportunity to represent Malaysia at the regional awards.