Ultimate Lifting Club (ULC) athlete and former Mr. Kathmandu champion James Magar is set to represent Nepal at Mr. Asia 2026, scheduled for September 22–28.
The international competition comes shortly after a successful Mr. Kathmandu 2026 campaign for ULC, where two of the club's athletes earned strong results in Men's Physique.
ULC Athletes Impress at Mr. Kathmandu 2026
James's upcoming international appearance follows a strong showing for ULC at Mr. Kathmandu 2026 on September 5. Aseem Singh Thapa secured 1st place in the Men's Physique Above 170 cm category, while Kunal Basnet finished 5th in the Men's Physique Below 170 cm category.
Read more about ULC athletes at Mr. Kathmandu 2026.
James Magar Heads to Mr. Asia 2026
James Magar will now take ULC onto the international stage at Mr. Asia 2026.
James is an experienced competitor with a background in both powerlifting and bodybuilding. He won U21 powerlifting titles in 2022 and 2023 before going on to win the Mr. Kathmandu title in 2024.
His move from national competition to Mr. Asia marks another significant step in his competitive career.
At Mr. Asia 2026, James will compete in the Men's Physique category, taking on athletes from across Asia while representing Nepal on the international stage.
A Strong September for Ultimate Lifting Club
September has already delivered notable results for ULC.
Aseem Singh Thapa's Men's Physique victory and Kunal Basnet's top-five finish at Mr. Kathmandu have started the month strongly. Attention now turns to James Magar as he prepares for Mr. Asia.
Ultimate Lifting Club wishes James the very best as he represents Nepal at Mr. Asia 2026 from September 22–28.
Update: James Magar has now departed for Thailand with the Nepal team ahead of Mr. Asia 2026. Read the latest update on James Magar's journey to Mr. Asia 2026.
Mr. Asia 2026 Event Details
Event: 58th Asian Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championships 2026
Dates: September 22 to 28, 2026
Venue: Alexander Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
James Magar's Category: Men's Physique
Representing: Nepal