Model Elana Nair on finding her stride, embracing her roots, and the art of becoming.
Photography by Chuan Looi. Concept & art direction by Khairani Ramli. Styling & text by Abdul Aziz Draim. Elana Nair wears looks and accessories from the Ralph Lauren Collection Fall ’25.
Velvet dress, RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION.
The Road Ahead
As for what’s next, Nair’s ambitions are clear: “My biggest goal career-wise would be to model internationally and really make a name for myself outside of Malaysia. I love where I’ve started, but I want to see how far I can take it in terms of expanding on this craft.”
With her combination of authentic charm, cultural awareness, and professional determination, Elana Nair represents a new generation of models who understand that true success comes not from fitting into predetermined moulds, but from the courage to remain genuine while reaching for greatness. “The best advice I try to remember is that everything truly happens for a reason. Whether good, bad or in between, life is full of experiences we simply need to go through.” There’s also another piece of advice that powers her through any obstacle: “Always find a solution and persevere. (Thanks, dad).”
