The Knights Award officially commenced its fifth season with the launch of The Knights Award Season 5 Press Conference, which brought together top organisations, industry leaders and prominent public figures.
Having celebrated more than 180 illustrious stories from diverse fields throughout its first four seasons, the international award recognition platform has grown into an elite platform where partnerships, global connections and meaningful opportunities continue to thrive.
The fifth season will culminate in the return of the Ennoblement Ceremony to one of Malaysia’s most iconic cultural venues — Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS at the PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC. Through the ceremony, The Knights Award will welcome international delegates and award recipients from around the world while presenting Malaysia’s excellence, capabilities and national identity to a global audience.
Members of the Council of Lords, strategic partners, representatives from supporting organisations, past award recipients, prominent public figures and members of the media were among those who graced the press conference. The distinguished gathering demonstrated the extensive international network and collaborative spirit upon which The Knights Award has been established.
The press conference also introduced several prominent recipients for Season 5, including Judika, internationally acclaimed Indonesian singer, actor, and television personality. Linda Chung, the renowned Hong Kong actress and singer; Firdhausi, the rising Malaysian singer and songwriter; David Chiang, the distinguished Hong Kong actor, director and producer; and Usha Seamkhum, the acclaimed Thai actress recognised internationally for her moving performance as Amah in the film “How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies”. More award recipients will be revealed during the Ennoblement Ceremony.
At the heart of The Knights Award is its Council of Lords, which includes Dr Zyro Wong, President of the Council; YBM Adjunct Prof. Dato’ Sri Raja Rezza Shah Tengku Sri Kelana D’Raja, Founder and Chairman of the Islamic Fashion Festival; Y.M. Tengku Dato’ Dr Hishammuddin Zaizi Bin Y.A.M. Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj, Director of iKhasas Group; Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ong Tee Keat, President of the Malaysia-China Silk Road Business Chamber; Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr Ghauth Jasmon, Founding President of Multimedia University; JJ Delgado, the leader behind the biggest international sales day in Amazon’s history; Puan Sri Datuk Dr Shariffa Sabrina, President of the Women’s Sport Fitness Foundation Malaysia; Dato’ Aaron Aziz, renowned international artiste and producer; Dato’ Sasikala Devi Subramaniam, Independent Non-Executive Director of Tune Talk Sdn Bhd and former Deputy Chief Police Officer of Selangor; Dr Kishva Ambigapathy, Chairman of the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub; Dato’ Haji Ismail Nordin, Chairman of Financial Consulting Cooperative Limited; Datuk Dr A.T. Kumararajah, Vice President of the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia; Esther Hor, Partner of Naqiz & Partners; Dato’ Jonathan Lim, Managing Director of Systech Berhad; Dr Jon Low, Founder of Smileway Dental Clinic; and Bon Zainal, Founder of the Malaysia Bumiputra Designer Association.
The winners of The Knights Award are celebrated at the Ennoblement Ceremony for their remarkable contributions to their industries, embodying excellence, innovation, and sustainability apart from receiving a series of branding strategies aimed at enhancing their exposure and connection. The mission of The Knights Award is to Establish: To establish an elite nexus of leaders that would strive for the success of the business community and the positive growth of the economy; Empower: To empower businesses and individuals alike with brand excellence and market leadership; Enable: To enable cross-border and cross-industry collaborations for maximum market exposure and joint success.
During the press conference, The Knights Award signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub, continuing their valued partnership for The Knights Award Season 5.
The Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub is an international platform connecting 56 Commonwealth countries and is dedicated to empowering young leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators through cross-border collaboration, knowledge exchange and impactful initiatives. Through this partnership, both parties will further advance youth innovation, international engagement, cross-border connectivity and global collaboration, while creating more opportunities for young people across the Commonwealth to grow and participate.
Another key moment of the press conference was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between The Knights Award and Regal Global, officially appointing Regal Global as the Official Residence Partner. Regal Global is a Malaysia-based property investment and hospitality solutions company whose comprehensive services include property sales and leasing, rental and hospitality management, relocation assistance, international school recommendations and consultation for the Malaysia My Second Home programme. Under the partnership, Regal Global will provide support for the accommodation and hospitality needs of The Knights Award’s distinguished international delegates and guests.
The Knights Award also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Webxite, officially recognising it as the Official IT Solutions Partner. The Webxite offers website design and development, social media marketing, search engine optimisation and customised digital system solutions. Its partnership with The Knights Award will support the enhancement of the platform’s digital infrastructure, online presence and technological capabilities as its international reach continues to grow.
At the Ennoblement Ceremony, recipients of The Knights Award are recognised for their exceptional contributions to their industries and communities and for exemplifying excellence, innovation, leadership and sustainability. Beyond receiving the award, recipients gain access to strategic branding initiatives developed to increase their visibility, strengthen their credibility and connect them with valuable international networks and opportunities.
The mission of The Knights Award is to establish an elite nexus of leaders who strive for the success of the business community and the positive growth of the economy; to empower businesses and individuals through brand excellence and market leadership; and to enable cross-border and cross-industry collaborations that generate greater market exposure and shared success.
Dr Zyro Wong, President of The Knights Award, said: "This year marks an exciting milestone as The Knights Award Season 5 continues its partnership with the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub, which connects young leaders and stakeholders across the 56 member nations of the Commonwealth. This collaboration strengthens our mission to position Malaysia as a global hub for entrepreneurship, culture and sustainable growth while creating meaningful opportunities for cross-border partnerships.”
The Knights Award Season 5 Ennoblement Ceremony will take place in October 2026 at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC. The presence of distinguished Malaysian and international business leaders, celebrities, key opinion leaders, innovators and other influential stakeholders will further elevate the standard and international reach of the award.
The event featured special congratulatory video messages from internationally renowned personalities. Judika and Usha Seamkhum extended their congratulations to Dr Zyro Wong and the entire organising team on the successful launch of The Knights Award Season 5. Linda Chung and Zhang Jizhong shared her heartfelt excitement and gratitude upon being honoured as a Season 5 recipient. Firdhaus, the renowned Malaysian singer-songwriter and David Chiang, the distinguished Hong Kong actor, director and producer, also expressed his appreciation to The Knights Award and confirmed his attendance at the Ennoblement Ceremony in October 2026.
Congratulatory messages were also received from previous recipients of The Knights Award, including Malaysian renowned singer Jaclyn Victor and Vic Teo. Their ongoing support reflects the lasting legacy of The Knights Award and its commitment to nurturing meaningful relationships with its recipients beyond the ceremony itself. Every season continues the achievements of the one before it, strengthening an international community connected through excellence, leadership and positive impact.
Through the press conference, the organisers shared details about the Season 5 award categories, assessment criteria, selection procedures and nomination process. Guests and members of the media were also given the opportunity to communicate with the organising committee, ask questions and contribute valuable feedback regarding the award and its upcoming programmes.
The Knights Award will welcome its Season 5 partners and supporters: in partnership with the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub; Official Venue Partners, Takun Retreat Club and Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, KLCC; Official Media Partners, Astro and the New Media Center of Hainan Broadcasting Station; Branding Partner, JUSS; Official Automotive Partner, Millennium Autobeyond; Technology Partner, WKV Holdings; Official Event Decorator Partner, Party.Eventilicious; Supporting Organisations, Branding Association Malaysia and the Malaysia-China Silk Road Business Chamber; Legal Advisor, Naqiz & Partners; Official PR Partner, Influasia; Official IT Solutions Partner, TheWebxite; Official Hydration Partner, NP ASIA and Official Residence Partner, Regal Global.
Nominations for The Knights Award Season 5 are now officially open. Submit your nomination at www.theknightsaward.com
