Magician Vikey Honored With "Asia’s Most Admired Magician" Award

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Malaysian award-winning magician Vikneswaran Allagu fondly known as Vikey Magician has recently added another feather to his hat.

On the 24th of February, magician Vikey was bestowed with a coveted honour titled “Asia’s Most Admired Magician” at the Top Asia Corporate Ball 2022/23. The prestigious accolade was presented to him by YAM Paduka Putri Tunku Mariam Zaharah Binti Al-Mahrum Sultan Iskandar.

The triple National Record holder penned down a heartfelt gratitude post on his Instagram page upon receiving this accolade.

The 35-year-old Vikey stated that being named Top Asia’s Magician is something he never imagined.

“I’m extremely gratified about this award recognition,” he said noting “It is not possible for me to show my thankfulness in words. I am immensely grateful for the recognition you have given me. Even my self-belief will be improved by this award and help me to attain success in the future.”

The hardworking magician thanked all of his family, friends, relatives, clients, customers, and well-wishers for their unwavering love and support towards him.

“And not forgetting my Haters too, thanks for being there for me by giving me more strength, motivation, and making me believe in myself. Love you guys, too.” the father of two wrapped.

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Prior to this big recognition, this magician has won numerous awards internationally, including the Best Mystical Magician Award 2017 at the Thailand International Magic Extravaganza. He was also awarded Best Endurance Magician 2018 by the International Magician Society USA. He is also a recipient of the coveted Merlin Title, which is the highest award given internationally in the field of magic and illusion.

Apart from this distinction, Vikey has stamped a few National records including the title as the Fastest To Escape From A Buried Coffin (1min 45sec), the Fastest To Escape From Water Torture Cell (2min 3sec) as well as the Most Magician Performers In A Magic Performance.