Votes to elect Mister France Ile-de-France are underway. The ceremony takes place on November 24, four Essonniens are in the running.
Who will succeed Rémi Ducrocq, Mister France Ile-de-France 2023 to fly the colors of the region this year?
At the end of November, the inhabitants of the Ile-de-France region will elect their new male representative. The ceremony is organized on Sunday, November 24 in the Le Scarabée performance hall in La Verrière, in Yvelines. This competition combines charm, elegance and personal commitment for men aged 18 to 30.
Out of 70 applications received by the Mister France Committee of Ile-de-France, 14 were selected, including four from the Essonne department: Arno Consil (22 years old, 1m86), Johnatan Giacalone (26 years old, 1m82), Mehdi Tuillier (22 years old, 1m78) and Volkan Cosar (28 years old, 1m78). Since Thursday October 24, it is possible to vote for your favorite candidate(s) on Hello Asso (online voting at the price of 75 euro cents recorded from October 24, 8 p.m. to November 23, 11:59 p.m.). The public vote counts in part in the final score. Candidates are judged in advance on a general knowledge test and on their behavior during preparation, as well as on their stage presence and their speech on the day.
The dream of a prestigious title
They all have the goal of winning the title of Mister Île-de-France to represent their region during the national Mister France competition, scheduled for Saturday January 25, 2025 at the André-Malreaux theater in Rueil-Malmaison, in Hauts-de-France. Seine.
After a first stage of selection by the Mister France Ile-de-France Committee, the candidates embarked on intensive preparation with photo sessions and preparation workshops in preparation for the election ceremony. Every Saturday, they rehearse as a group to refine their approach, gain confidence, and work on the choreographies for the five parades.
A competition beyond appearances
The Mister France competition, created in 1984 under the name “Monsieur France” and renamed in 1993, has evolved to become more than a beauty contest: “It is a human adventure, where the candidates are accompanied by volunteer experts fashion and entertainment in a caring and educational spirit. » The values focus on personal development, surpassing oneself and enriching encounters for all candidates.
In 2023, the ceremony took place in Villabé. This year, the event will take place in Yvelines. Tickets are available for pre-sale until the day before the event, between 19 and 23 euros on the Hello Asso online platform.
Discover Arno, Johnatan, Mehdi and Volkan
Arno Consil, 22 years
Arno Consil is passionate about aeronautics and is training to become an aircraft maintenance mechanic within the company IGO Solutions at Orly airport. He combines work and passion for travel with destinations that many people dream of, such as Dubai, New York, Tokyo and Bali.
Arno is a fervent follower of sport, he has a competitive spirit. A former handball player for eight years, he now devotes his energy to bodybuilding, a discipline that he has practiced diligently for three years. This lifestyle allows him to push his limits and dream big. For the All Saints' Day weekend, he goes hiking in Mont-Blanc, on the Swiss side, with his friends. The young man fromEpinay-sur-Orge is also a photo model.
Johnatan Giacalone, 26 years old
Johnatan Giacalone embodies open-mindedness and a passion for travel: in five years, he explored more than twenty countries, from Australia to Canada via New Zealand, to learn about different cultures and perfect his skills. English. His dynamism led him during his travels to take up odd jobs as a salesman and deliveryman. Content creator, Johnatan is also a photo model. His favorite things are hiking, football and bodybuilding, a discipline he has been practicing for 10 years now. The young man from Chilly-Mazarin adopt a healthy and balanced lifestyle with a squarely organized routine to be in good mental and physical health. Returning to France last July, he is already preparing to leave for new adventures.
Mehdi Tuillier, 22 years
Mehdi Tuillier, originally from Brétigny-sur-Orge and residing in Angerville for 15 years, has been doing sport much more than an activity: it is a real way of life. Animator at the Ile de Loisirs d'Étampes, he had the honor of experiencing the passing of the Olympic Flame, an emotional moment for this sports enthusiast. Mehdi Tuillier inspires young people in the south of Essonne to surpass themselves every day, whether by bike, in basketball, or in football, his lifelong passion. For him, physical activity is therapy, a way to feel good and transmit positive values. His communicative energy is reflected in his work, where he arrives every morning with a smile and in song, ready to share his sporting spirit with young people.
Volkan Cosar, 28 ans
Volkan Cosar is no exception to the rule, he is also a great sportsman. The young man, originally from Sainte-Geneviève-des-Boisis a sports enthusiast and crossfit enthusiast. Five times a week, he pushes himself alongside his team. In this collective effort, he finds a source of motivation and discipline. Alongside his passion, Volkan Cosar is a financial advisor in a bank, a role where he puts his skills at the service of others.
On Sundays, he dedicates his time to those who matter most to him: his family, and in particular his two little brothers with whom he shares precious moments. With this lifestyle, the candidate combines team spirit, dynamism and a sense of family.