Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 27 January 2026 – Jakarta just hosted one of the biggest nights in mobile gaming history, and realme was right there in the thick of it. The MLBB M7 World Championship Grand Finals wrapped up with a stunning conclusion — Aurora Gaming PH from the Philippines took home the crown, capping off what was easily one of the most exciting Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournaments in recent memory. And while the players brought the skill, realme brought the spectacle.
As the strategic partner of the M7 World Championship, realme wasn't just slapping its logo on banners and calling it a day. The brand went all-in with brand integrations, fan activations, and arguably the most memorable moment of the night: presenting the exclusive realme FMVP Trophy to the tournament's standout player.
Dylan "Light" Catipon Takes Home the FMVP
After an absolutely brutal final showdown, Dylan "Light" Catipon from Aurora Gaming PH was named the Finals Most Valuable Player — and honestly, nobody was surprised. His gameplay and leadership throughout the entire tournament were on another level.
In a moment that's already going to live rent-free in MLBB fans' memories, realme's Head of Global Brand Communication, Lanxi Cai, stepped on stage to personally hand over the realme co-branded FMVP Trophy. The trophy itself is something else — a sunburst-inspired crown design with bold geometric contours that scream "champion energy." The realme logo sits proudly on the base, and the whole thing perfectly captures the brand's rallying cry: Real Passion Never Dies. It's the kind of moment that the M7's shared motto — "Let the World See Us" — was literally made for.
Why MLBB Is Such a Big Deal
For anyone who needs a quick refresher: MLBB, developed by MOONTON Games, is not just popular — it's a global phenomenon. We're talking over 1.5 billion installations and 110 million Monthly Active Users. Esports Charts also ranked it as the world's most popular mobile esports game, racking up over 434 million Hours Watched. When realme aligns itself with something this massive, it's not a sponsorship — it's a statement.
Malaysian Teams Represent on the World Stage
For fans back home in Malaysia, the M7 had a little extra emotional charge. Two homegrown teams — Selangor Red Giants (SRG) and CG Esports — made it to the international stage and gave Malaysian esports plenty to be proud of. SRG in particular had a solid run, finishing third overall after making it all the way to the lower bracket finals, where they fell 1-3 to Alter Ego. It stings, sure, but it also shows just how much talent is brewing in the Malaysian esports scene right now.
realme's Pop-Up Booth Was the Place to Be
realme pop-up booth at the M7 Grand Final venue
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| Fans engaging with activities at the realme booth |
If you were at the venue and somehow missed the realme pop-up booth, you seriously missed out. Set up as a two-level experience hub, the booth turned into the most buzzed-about hangout spot on the entire event floor.
The ground floor was all about the realme 15 Pro — the official gaming phone of the M7 — and fans could actually get their hands on the device through a 5v5 Mabar (play together) area. The performance speaks for itself, but experiencing it firsthand through the device's smooth gameplay and immersive audio-visual setup? That's a whole different thing. Toss in a 360° video booth, a shooting range, and a Lucky Spin Wheel, and you've got a floor that was practically impossible to walk away from quickly.
Head upstairs and the vibe shifted into something a little more chilled — literally. The second floor was a Chilling Zone, a calmer open space where fans could decompress, recharge, and soak in the tournament atmosphere without the chaos. Smart design, honestly.
The booth wasn't just product marketing dressed up in fun clothes. It was a genuine community space that brought MLBB fans from around the world together, turning a gaming event into something that felt like a proper celebration.
What This Means for realme Going Forward
With the M7 Grand Final now in the books, realme has made its position in the global esports space crystal clear. Premium gaming devices, real fan engagement, and a brand spirit that resonates with young people who live and breathe competitive gaming — that's the realme play, and it's working.
The brand has been on a growth tear since Sky Li founded it in 2018, now ranking among the top 5 smartphone players in 30 markets globally with over 200 million users worldwide. Under its newer "Make it real" slogan, realme has doubled down on connecting with younger audiences, and partnerships like M7 are exactly how that mission comes to life.
Keep an eye on realme Malaysia's official website and social channels — there's clearly more to come on this front.
- PakChaq Riq
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