Cover Story: 35 questions with top Malaysian model Nia Atasha feat. Dior
Featuring Dior’s Cruise 2025 collection, L’OFFICIEL gets up close and personal with top Malaysian model Nia Atasha with 35 intimate questions.
- First thing you thought about this morning?
“What should I have for breakfast?”
- What did you eat for breakfast?
“I usually end up skipping breakfast in the morning to get extra sleep. But when I do, I love my roti canai!”
- What is your occupation?
“I’m a model!”
- How long have you had that occupation?
“For about 10 years now. That’s a whole decade!”
- What do you like about it?
“Modelling lets me express different styles and emotions. I love the art of transforming myself into a character or a mood that brings a concept to life!”
- What do you not like about it?
“Modelling can have unpredictable hours and last-minute bookings, which makes it hard to plan personal time or keep a stable routine. Additionally, working in an industry that prioritises appearance exposes one to a great deal of scrutiny and judgement, which can sometimes negatively impact one’s self-esteem.”
- Craziest job experience?
“I had a shoot in Cambodia years ago, and we had to zipline to the shoot location. That was pretty crazy, but really fun.”
- Three words to describe where you live?
“Cosy little cave.”
- Favourite food?
“I can’t live without Asian cuisine. I need my rice.”
- Least favourite food?
“Western food.”
- Favourite drink?
“Teh o ais!”
- Favourite restaurant?
“My mom’s kitchen. She cooks the best food.”
- Favourite country to visit?
“Japan!”
- Diamonds or pearls?
“Why can’t I have both?”
- Kittens or puppies?
“Kittens!”
- Have any pets?
“I’ve got three cats!”
- What’s the cutest thing ever?
“My cats.”
- Favourite fashion trend?
“Loose, baggy pants. It’s the comfiest trend! [Laughs]”
- A movie that made you cry?
“Recently, the movie Wild Robot.”
- Movie that made you cry from laughter?
“Rewatched Hot Fuzz, I almost died from laughter.”
- Most desired quality in a friend?
“Trustworthiness. A trustworthy friend is someone you can count on, who will be honest and supportive, and who respects your boundaries. Having that level of trust means you can be yourself around them, share your thoughts without fear of judgment, and know they’ll be there when you need them. Other qualities that also matter include kindness, empathy and a good sense of humour — someone who can make you laugh and bring positivity into your life.”
- Favourite hobby?
“I like napping.”
- What do you do to decompress?
“Watch a sitcom or doom scroll on my phone.”
- Favourite colour?
“Light or baby blue!”
- Favourite book of all time?
“The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.”
- Favourite lunch place?
“I like eating at home.”
- Dream car?
“Currently, the Suzuki Jimny.”
- Favourite outdoor activity?
“Window shopping!”
- Favourite indoor activity?
“I like playing games on my Nintendo Switch.”
- Play an instrument?
“I play the ukulele.”
- What do you consider to be your greatest achievement?
“Honestly, being able to do this for as long as I’ve been doing it. It’s a real blessing.”
- What is your dream job?
“I’ve always wanted to be a children’s book illustrator.”
- What would you bring on a one-way trip to Mars?
“Pictures of my loved ones.”
- You’re stranded on a desert island; who would you want to be stranded with?
“Bear Grylls!”
- You’re having a party; who do you invite?
“Snoop Dogg. He seems like someone really fun to be around with.”
Our November 2024 "Avatar" issue featuring Nia Atasha will be available in selected major bookstores and newsstands in Malaysia and online on www.magzter.com.
Cover Credits:
Photography: Chee Wei
Creative Direction & Styling: Colin Sim
Words: John Ng
Makeup: Sharman Yee / Plika Makeup
Hair : Keith Ong
All clothing and accessories: Dior Cruise 2025 Collection
