Top 70 Asian Models in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 asian models in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 37M combined followers. Median audience size is 266K (mean 532K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names โ a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 2.5% (median 2%). That is 0.6pp above the 1.9% asian industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 1pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out โ the top three hold 27.7% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $4,343โ$16,039 and a Reel $7,551โ$24,700 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 1.15ร asian premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $21,715โ$80,195.
Key takeaways for asian in September 2026
- Liu Wen, Ming Xi, Ju Xiaowen currently sit at the top of this asian ranking.
- Follower mix: 34.3% micro, 30% mid, 12.9% macro, 20% mega. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 24 countries on the list, led by United States (12.9%) and United Kingdom (5.7%).
- 29 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 29 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Nadia Leona at 6.1%, which is not the largest audience (Liu Wen at 6.1M). That gap is the usual โdonโt sort only by followersโ lesson.
- Beauty and fashion sit below education/food on engagement. A 1.2% ER on a 200K model can still be healthy โ compare inside the niche, not against fitness coaches.
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Asian Models ranked
Liu Wen Mega
@liuwenlwLiu Wen is a asian models public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Ming Xi Mega
@mingxi11Ming Xi is a asian models creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Ju Xiaowen Mega
@jujujuxiaowenJu Xiaowen is a asian models influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Sora Choi Macro
@sola5532Sora Choi is a asian models content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Hyunji Shin Mid
@iamhyunjishinHyunji Shin is a asian models public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Bae Yoon-Young Mid
@mulan_baeBased in Seoul, Korea ๐ฐ๐ท of
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Fernanda Ly Mid
@warukatta้ญๆณๅฐๅฅณ ใฐ๏ธ worldwide soy milk hunter ๐ญClick below for videos ๐
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Ayu Gani Mid
@ganeganiOne and only Indonesian who won AsNTM ๐คชFounder to
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Kiko Arai Mid
@kikoaraiKiko Arai is a asian models public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Subiksha Shivakumar Mid
@subikshashivakumarPretty B!tch (she/her)๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ฅ Repped by Check out my YouTube!! โฌ๏ธโฌ๏ธ
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Aisha Micro
@aishaaaasimBased in Taiwan with mother ๐ฌ
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Diamerlyn Lee Micro
@diamerlynDiamerlyn Lee is a asian models content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Pooja Mor Micro
@poojamorPooja Mor is a asian models public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Yukee Ong Micro
@yukeewang๐๐น๐ญ ๐ฒ๐พ dm for job inquiries
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Advina Ratnaningsih Micro
@advinadvinaAdvina Ratnaningsih is a asian models influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Chiharu Okunugi Micro
@chiharuokunugiChiharu Okunugi is a asian models content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Huynh Tu Anh Micro
@tuanh.mdl๐SaiGon- Hanoi - Paris- Milan
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Duan Mei Yue Micro
@dmeiyueโ๏ธ eternally a daughter of the most high
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Layla Ong Micro
@laylaonga ๐ธ๐ฌ model in๐จ๐ญfor booking:
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Kaci Beh Micro
@kacibehKaci Beh is a asian models content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Lakshmi Menon Micro
@menonlakshmiLakshmi Menon is a asian models public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Neeraj Chamoli Micro
@neerajchamoliOn a beautiful journey!Actor|Model
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Alicia Khan Micro
@thealiciakhanAlicia Khan is a asian models influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Natasha Ramachandran Micro
@natasha_ramachandranAnimals are my energy map| Dogtrovert ๐พ ๐ ๐บ๐ธ ๐ฎ๐ณDM for business/collaboration inquiries
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Bali Kaur Bassi Micro
@bali_bassiBaljeet Kaur BassiCurrently in nyc panjabi-canadian ๐ชทโ๏ธla / chi: toronto / mtl: :
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Nalisa Alia Amin Micro
@nalisaliaminProfessional parallel parkerBody Acceptance | Curve Model | Gym Rodent โNALISA15โ๐ง:
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Nadia Leona Nano
@nadialeonaNadia Leona is a asian models influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Akanksha Pathak Nano
@_akankshahereFashion model/ ArtistHAKUNA MATATAโจ๐ Mumbai๐ฎ๐ณ ParisAlso Flying
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Abhinav Raghavan Micro
@abhinav.raghavanAdvocate | Freelance Model | CatdadBeauty & Lifestyle ๐ Delhi- Mumbai
Contact: via Instagram profile โ
Rowan Bernard โ Mega Bangkok
@rowan.coBrand ambassador and asian creator known for runway shows. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Amira Wagner Mega Munich
@amiraitsAmira is a asian brand ambassador based in Munich, sharing brand campaigns and photography.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Yasmin Coleman Mega Sao Paulo
@yasmincolemanRunway model and asian creator known for photography. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Elena Schmidt โ Mega Perth
@elena_schmidtCreating magazine features and brand campaigns as a asian commercial model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Sky Kang โ Mega Riyadh
@mediaskyCreating photography and runway shows as a asian editorial model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Priya Patel Mega Rome
@luxepriyaCreating editorial shoots and brand campaigns as a asian commercial model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Nora Lewis โ Mega Las Vegas, NV
@nora.lewisCreating brand campaigns and runway shows as a asian brand ambassador. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Ananya Harris โ Macro Toronto
@ananya59Asian brand ambassador from Toronto. Posts about brand campaigns, magazine features, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Anya Brooks โ Mega Glasgow
@anya.brooksCreating photography and brand campaigns as a asian fashion model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Seo-yeon Bennett โ Mega Birmingham
@seo-yeon_bennettSeo-yeon is a asian editorial model based in Birmingham, sharing runway shows and editorial shoots.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Selena Hansen โ Mega Amsterdam
@selenahansenCreating runway shows and editorial shoots as a asian fashion model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Sky Singh โ Macro Cape Town
@skylifeSky is a asian runway model based in Cape Town, sharing magazine features and brand campaigns.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Aaliyah Castillo Macro Miami, FL
@aaliyah_castilloAaliyah is a asian editorial model based in Miami, FL, sharing photography and editorial shoots.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Jade Ivanov Mega Bangalore
@jade.ivanovJade is a asian commercial model based in Bangalore, sharing runway shows and photography.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Skylar Esposito Macro Phoenix, AZ
@skylardailySkylar is a asian fashion model based in Phoenix, AZ, sharing magazine features and editorial shoots.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Yasmin Bell Macro Manchester
@yasminbellYasmin is a asian brand ambassador based in Manchester, sharing runway shows and magazine features.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Hina Weber Macro Jakarta
@hina_weberCreating editorial shoots and photography as a asian brand ambassador. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Layla Wagner Macro Sao Paulo
@laylamuseAsian commercial model from Sao Paulo. Posts about runway shows, editorial shoots, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Zara Carvalho โ Mid Buenos Aires
@zara13Asian runway model from Buenos Aires. Posts about runway shows, photography, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Leila Okonkwo Macro Buenos Aires
@leilaokonkwoLeila is a asian brand ambassador based in Buenos Aires, sharing photography and editorial shoots.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Reagan Khan Mid San Diego, CA
@reaganiamCommercial model and asian creator known for photography. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Manuela Martinez Mid Shanghai
@manuelamartinezCreating magazine features and photography as a asian brand ambassador. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Emma Wang Mid Dallas, TX
@tvemmaFashion model and asian creator known for photography. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Beatriz Sato โ Mid Las Vegas, NV
@velvetbeatrizAsian editorial model from Las Vegas, NV. Posts about editorial shoots, magazine features, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Jordan Fontaine โ Mid Copenhagen
@officialjordanJordan is a asian commercial model based in Copenhagen, sharing magazine features and photography.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Catalina Hayes Mid Nashville, TN
@starcatalinaBrand ambassador and asian creator known for brand campaigns. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Priya Reddy Mid Denver, CO
@priya.mediaPriya is a asian editorial model based in Denver, CO, sharing brand campaigns and runway shows.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Mabel Kang Mid Medellin
@mabel.itsCreating editorial shoots and photography as a asian brand ambassador. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Sofia Eze โ Mid Stockholm
@sofia97Sofia is a asian editorial model based in Stockholm, sharing editorial shoots and runway shows.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Chloe Romero Mid Athens
@chloe.romeroCreating photography and magazine features as a asian fashion model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Daniela Sharma โ Mid Helsinki
@daniela53Creating runway shows and editorial shoots as a asian fashion model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Emerson Laurent Mid Mumbai
@emersonxoEditorial model and asian creator known for photography. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Demi Souza Mid Mexico City
@demi.theCreating photography and magazine features as a asian runway model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Avery Doyle Mid Cairo
@avery.goldenAvery is a asian commercial model based in Cairo, sharing magazine features and brand campaigns.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Sophia Novak Micro Brooklyn, NY
@vibessophiaFashion model and asian creator known for editorial shoots. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Diya Mehta Micro Lima
@diya33Creating runway shows and editorial shoots as a asian commercial model. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Gigi Reyes โ Micro Perth
@worldgigiAsian brand ambassador from Perth. Posts about brand campaigns, runway shows, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Gianna Silva Micro Lima
@giannakingGianna is a asian commercial model based in Lima, sharing magazine features and brand campaigns.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Madelyn Romero Micro Chennai
@madelyn.iamAsian runway model from Chennai. Posts about brand campaigns, magazine features, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Camila Chen Micro Istanbul
@fitcamilaFashion model and asian creator known for editorial shoots. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
Contact: via Instagram profile
Quinn Tran Micro London
@quinntranAsian brand ambassador from London. Posts about brand campaigns, photography, and connecting with an engaged community.
Contact: via Instagram profile
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 1.15ร asian adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30โ50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $4,343 | $16,039 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $7,551 | $24,700 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $21,715 | $80,195 |
What this asian models ranking actually shows
Try-on and โget the lookโ carousels earn saves; polished runway clips earn reach. The accounts worth paying are the ones whose comments mention sizes, retailers, or โwhere is this from?โ. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2016 (average age ~7.7 years; oldest 2011, newest 2024) with roughly 4,560 posts โ enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (65.7%). A meaningful secondary slice is Spanish (8.6%) โ write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 68 female / 2 male. Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 2 | 2.9% |
| Micro (10Kโ100K) | 24 | 34.3% |
| Mid (100Kโ500K) | 21 | 30% |
| Macro (500Kโ1M) | 9 | 12.9% |
| Mega (1M+) | 14 | 20% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 9 | 12.9% |
| United Kingdom | 4 | 5.7% |
| India | 3 | 4.3% |
| Brazil | 2 | 2.9% |
| Australia | 2 | 2.9% |
How to brief asian models
- Specify usage (organic vs paid ads) up front โ model rates jump 30โ50% with whitelisting.
- Ask for a 3-look storyboard, not a single hero image.
- Cast for audience geography if the product ships to one region.
Formats that usually work here: lookbook Reels, try-on carousels, editorial stills, brand-seeding unboxings. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Asian Models vs related lists
Asian Models matches Models on average engagement (2.5%) and has a larger median audience (266K vs 207K).
Asian Models matches Curvy Models on average engagement (2.5%) and has a larger median audience (266K vs 193K).
Asian Models averages 0.9pp less engagement than Spanish Models and has a larger median audience (266K vs 33K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Models (this page) | 70 | 266K | 2.5% |
| Models | 99 | 207K | 2.5% |
| Curvy Models | 70 | 193K | 2.5% |
| Spanish Models | 70 | 33K | 3.4% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 70 ranked profiles (29 verified public figures, 41 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Asian Models โ frequently asked questions
Who are the top asian models in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 asian models is led by Liu Wen, Ming Xi, Ju Xiaowen. Combined they represent 37M followers, with an average engagement of 2.5%. 29 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this asian list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the listโs own maths โ median 266K followers, 2.5% average ER, 27.7% of reach in the top three โ so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for asian Instagram accounts?
For asian we treat ~1.9% as the 2026 industry midpoint (close to Instagramโs overall average โ visual niches look big but comments and saves lag tutorial niches). This list averages 2.5%, which is 0.6pp above that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do asian models charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this listโs follower mix and a 1.15ร niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $4,343โ$16,039; a Reel is $7,551โ$24,700. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30โ50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these asian models based?
The ranking spans 24 countries. The largest shares are United States (12.9%), United Kingdom (5.7%), India (4.3%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these asian models?
29 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list โ we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the asian list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with asian?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix lookbook Reels, try-on carousels and seeded product Stories. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.
How much do Instagram asian charge for a sponsored post?
Fashion and modeling usually price 10โ20% above generic lifestyle because of production time and usage rights. Nano bookings often start around $50โ$200; micro lookbooks commonly land in the mid-hundreds to low thousands. Always add a line for paid-ad usage.