Held in Kuala Lumpur on 13 December 2025, the grand finale of Astro Begin Quest 2025《新秀 崛起吧！》 marked the top of a months-long musical journey that introduced collectively a few of Malaysia’s most promising younger vocal abilities. After a number of aggressive rounds and loads of standout performances, Danson 黄得昇 emerged because the night time’s largest winner — taking residence each the Championship title and the “U Cellular Star Decide Award”. A real double win.
A Night time That Examined Extra Than Simply Vocals
The finale was structured round three aggressive segments, every designed to check totally different points of an artist.
The primary spherical, “My BGM,” allowed contestants to freely select songs that finest represented their musical identification. It was a spherical about private fashion — and in addition the place three contestants have been eradicated, leaving solely the highest 5.
Subsequent got here “My Live performance,” arguably probably the most demanding segments of the night time. Contestants had simply eight minutes to construct their very own mini live performance, showcasing not solely vocal energy but in addition storytelling, pacing, and stage management. Solely three contestants superior.
The ultimate spherical, “My Technology,” targeted on latest common songs, difficult contestants to ship music that resonated with at present’s viewers. It was right here that Danson sealed his win with a robust efficiency of “Stunning Issues.” His supply was managed, emotional, and layered — a efficiency that felt assured with out making an attempt too onerous.
A Nicely-Deserved Win
Judges have been unanimous of their reward. Mani Fok 霍汶希 highlighted Danson’s distinctive voice and famous his sturdy suitability for Cantonese songs and future improvement in Hong Kong. Different judges echoed related sentiments, describing his finale efficiency as practically flawless — from track option to emotional honesty.
Past the trophy, Danson additionally gained the “U Cellular Star Decide Award”, bringing his whole prize cash to RM40,000.
In his post-win remarks, Danson shared a heartfelt message, thanking Astro for giving Gen Z artists a platform to shine. He additionally revealed plans to make use of a part of his winnings to launch an unique single — one that may doc his private development all through the competitors.
A Star-Studded Finale
The finale itself was hosted by Hui Mei 萧慧敏 alongside Priscilla Abby 蔡恩雨, with Pei Yong becoming a member of as #TheCatalyst (崛起推手) mentor host. The judging panel featured business heavyweights together with Mani Fok 霍汶希, Jess Lee 李佳薇, Al Kuan 管启源, Nicole 赖淞凤, and Geraldine 颜慧萍.
Efficiency segments added further shine to the night time, with Nicholas Teo 张栋梁delivering an emotional rendition of “Nightfall”《黄昏》, Jess Lee performing “Observe My Coronary heart”《追心者》and “Struggling”《煎熬》 and Hong Kong singer Jay Fung 冯允谦 closing with “Ghibli”《吉卜力》.
Astro Star Quest 2025 didn’t simply crown a winner — it spotlighted a brand new wave of Malaysian expertise prepared for greater levels. Danson’s win felt earned, not rushed, and extra importantly, it felt like the start of one thing fairly than the top. For Danson, now the actual journey begins.
