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What is the UniROAR Reels Challenge: Inter-University Contest?

The UniROAR Reels Challenge 2026 is a multi-stage competition designed to find the most creative voices from The Star’s platform across selected universities via Reels Video format.

Who is eligible to participate?

Full-time undergraduate students from  selected participating universities who aged 18 to 25.

How long does the contest run?

The contest duration are as below:

• Round 1 contest from 6 April to 3 May 2026.

• Round 2 contest from 1 June to 28 June 2026.

• Final round contest from 3 August to 6 September 2026.

Participation

How do I participate in the contest?

1. Students are required to build a team of 3 and create short video reels lasting between 30 seconds and 3 minutes and submit them via our official contest website (https://campaign.thestar.com.my/uniroar-2026/ ).

2. The videos should be uploaded onto a Google Drive folder with access set to “public" when submitted to the contest’s official landing page.

3. Students must follow @roarwithstar, @thestaronline,   and @starbrats on Instagram for latest updates.

Can I submit more than one entry?

No, only one entry per group is allowed.

What happens if my video doesn’t follow the rules?

Entries that do not follow our video guidelines may be disqualified.

Can I participate if I’m not from a participating university?

Currently, only students from participating universities are eligible. You may check the contest website for updates. 

Content Guidelines

What can I report on in my video?

For Round 1 and Round 2:

• Students may find 1 or more inspiring articles related to the contest themes that are published in The Star platform.

For Final Round:

• Students will be given archived articles and explain the event in the context of the chosen theme by their own creativity.

Students may using The Star’s digital or print platform as mentioned below: 

• TheStar.com.my (TSOL)

• The Star ePaper

• The Star print newspaper

Can I use visuals, music, or effects?

Yes, creativity is encouraged, but ensure third-party materials are copyright-free or properly licensed.

Are there any content restrictions?

Submissions must not contain offensive language, harmful content, false information, or violate copyrights.

Judging & Prizes

How are winners selected?

For Round 1 and Round 2, top entries will be shortlisted based on the following judging criteria:

• Relevance to Theme

• Creativity and Storytelling

• Accuracy and Faithfulness to the Original Article

• Technical Execution

• Integration of The Star

• Tone and Smoothness of Voice

For Final Round, top entries will be shortlisted based on: 

1. Judges' Evaluations (60%)

2. Public Votes (40%)

Public votes will be based on the total number of likes on the video posted on our @roarwithstar Instagram account. 

For more details, visit our full T&C. (https://campaign.thestar.com.my/uniroar-2026/b-4-lightbox.html)

What are the prizes?

• Grand Prize: RM5,000 + Certificate of Achievement

• Runner-Up Prize: RM3,500 + Certificate of Achievement

• Third Place Prize : RM2,000 + Certificate of Achievement

• 5 Consolation Prizes: RM500 + Certificate of Appreciation

When will winners be announced?

Winners will be announced at the end of the contest.

Technical Issues

What if I have trouble submitting my entry?

Contact ng.ziqin@thestar.com.my with your details, video link, and screenshots of errors.

Privacy

How will my personal data be used?

By participating in the UniROAR Reels Challenge: Inter-University Contest, you agree to the collection and use of your personal data for contest purposes. This includes contacting winners and using submitted content for promotional activities.

Your data will be handled in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) and may be shared with authorised partners for contest-related activities.

For more details, visit our full T&C.  (https://campaign.thestar.com.my/uniroar-2026/b-4-lightbox.html)

Other

Can I withdraw my entry?

Yes, by emailing us at ng.ziqin@thestar.com.my. Please include the reason for withdrawal.

How will I know if I win?

Winners will be contacted via the details provided during submission and announced on our landing page (https://campaign.thestar.com.my/uniroar-2026/).

Who can I contact for further questions?

You may send an email to ng.ziqin@thestar.com.my for further inquiries.