As we approach the end of 2025, it’s officially time to vote for the ultimate heartthrob of the year. Forget the usual suspects like Chris Evans, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Tom Cruise. This list is refreshingly different.
We’ve rounded up a diverse group of men who have consistently taken over the headlines, scored major brand deals, and turned heads with their charm and presence.
Beauty may be subjective, but this lineup was curated solely on talent, standout style, and magnetic aura. Scroll down and cast your vote for the most handsome man in the world 2025.
#41 Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz is rewriting tennis history at the age of 22. Currently ranked No. 1 in the world, the Spanish phenom has already secured six Grand Slam titles (according to India Today).
Beyond his powerhouse game, Alcaraz charms fans with his on-court charisma and fashion-forward style. His rising star status is as much about talent as it is about his undeniable appeal (per Hindustan Times).
Beyond his powerhouse game, Alcaraz charms fans with his on-court charisma and fashion-forward style. His rising star status is as much about talent as it is about his undeniable appeal (per Hindustan Times).
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#42 Aaron Pierre

Aaron Pierre is having a major moment. The British-Jamaican actor broke out in Barry Jenkins’ The Underground Railroad and stole the spotlight again in Netflix’s Rebel Ridge, which won Outstanding Television Movie at the 2025 Creative Arts Emmys (according to Blex Media).
He’s now set to play John Stewart in DC’s upcoming Lanterns film (per TOI). Variety also reports Pierre will appear in Star Wars: Starfighter alongside Amy Adams and Ryan Gosling.
He’s now set to play John Stewart in DC’s upcoming Lanterns film (per TOI). Variety also reports Pierre will appear in Star Wars: Starfighter alongside Amy Adams and Ryan Gosling.
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#43 Robert Pattinson

Robert Pattinson will always be the cold-blooded hottie who left high school girls squealing for his portrayal of vampire Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga. The actor has since become a Hollywood icon, starring in the 2022 film The Batman and, more recently, in the 2025 film Mickey 17 by Bong Joon-ho.
His nonchalant aura, self-deprecating humor, and shape-shifting acting abilities make him one of the most sought-after faces in Hollywood. Pattinson will next be seen in Matt Reeves’ The Batman 2, which is scheduled to begin filming in 2026 (per Variety)
His nonchalant aura, self-deprecating humor, and shape-shifting acting abilities make him one of the most sought-after faces in Hollywood. Pattinson will next be seen in Matt Reeves’ The Batman 2, which is scheduled to begin filming in 2026 (per Variety)
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#44 Jackson Wang

GOT7 member Jackson Wang embodies infinite charisma and unabashed global appeal. The Hong Kong-born singer and entrepreneur is set to release his new album, Magic Man 2, on July 18, 2025, and is currently on his Magic Man 2 World Tour (per MalayMail).
He recently collaborated with Apple to release a new “Shot on iPhone” music video in China for his song “Let Loose” (via Branding Asia).
He recently collaborated with Apple to release a new “Shot on iPhone” music video in China for his song “Let Loose” (via Branding Asia).
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#45 Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter is proving he’s more than just Bollywood royalty. The rising global star has taken on bold projects, such as Beyond the Clouds and 2025’s Homebound, to showcase his range (per MensXP).
Khatter made his Hollywood debut in the Nicole Kidman-led series The Perfect Couple, earning praise for his performance (per Variety). While his 2025 Netflix series Royals didn’t win over critics, his shirtless scenes definitely did. Still, he told The Indian Express he was concerned about being overly objectified on the show. We’ll let the abs do the talking.
Khatter made his Hollywood debut in the Nicole Kidman-led series The Perfect Couple, earning praise for his performance (per Variety). While his 2025 Netflix series Royals didn’t win over critics, his shirtless scenes definitely did. Still, he told The Indian Express he was concerned about being overly objectified on the show. We’ll let the abs do the talking.
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#46 Arón Piper

German-Spanish actor and model Arón Piper rose to global fame for his role in Netflix's hit series Elite. A Gen Z favorite, he's known as much for his striking fashion choices as for his carefully curated Instagram presence.
Up next, Piper stars in Luc Knowles' Hugo 24, a gritty and emotional coming-of-age drama alongside Marco Cáceres (per Highxtar). He's also branching out beyond entertainment, launching an energy drink called Dr. Mush that claims to "improve concentration and boost metabolism" (per Tapas Magazine).
Up next, Piper stars in Luc Knowles' Hugo 24, a gritty and emotional coming-of-age drama alongside Marco Cáceres (per Highxtar). He's also branching out beyond entertainment, launching an energy drink called Dr. Mush that claims to "improve concentration and boost metabolism" (per Tapas Magazine).
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#47 William Levy

Longtime Latin heartthrob William Levy continues to command attention, both on and off-screen. In April 2025, he faced legal trouble following an arrest for disorderly intoxication and trespassing (per Hola).
That hasn’t dimmed his appeal. Levy recently starred in the action-packed drama Camino A Arcadia, opposite Paula Echevarría and Michelle Renaud, which premiered on ViX on August 8, 2025 (per Forbes).
That hasn’t dimmed his appeal. Levy recently starred in the action-packed drama Camino A Arcadia, opposite Paula Echevarría and Michelle Renaud, which premiered on ViX on August 8, 2025 (per Forbes).
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#48 Paul Mescal

Paul Mescal continues to raise the bar with his performances and his looks. In 2025, the Oscar nominee suited up as Lucius Verus in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2, and the internet hasn’t stopped buzzing.
The film, set to release on November 22, 2025, also stars Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and Joseph Quinn (per Vanity Fair). First-look images had fans swooning.
The film, set to release on November 22, 2025, also stars Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and Joseph Quinn (per Vanity Fair). First-look images had fans swooning.
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#49 Can Yaman

Dubbed the “Turkish Jason Momoa” by The Hollywood Reporter, Can Yaman is one of the most breathtaking men alive. The actor is renowned for his role in the 2018 rom-com Erkenci Kuş and has since amassed a global fan following.
In 2025, Yaman is set to star in the high-profile Italian action drama Sandokan, alongside British newcomer Alanah Bloor, which is scheduled for a late 2025 release on Rai 1 in Italy.
In 2025, Yaman is set to star in the high-profile Italian action drama Sandokan, alongside British newcomer Alanah Bloor, which is scheduled for a late 2025 release on Rai 1 in Italy.
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#50 Lewis Hamilton

F1 legend Lewis Hamilton continues to dominate both the track and the fashion scene. Now racing for Ferrari, Hamilton made headlines as co-chair of the 2025 MET Gala while chasing his record-breaking eighth World Championship.
His highly publicized switch to the Italian team has been the talk of the 2025 Formula One season, despite performance hiccups like the Azerbaijan Grand Prix (per Formula 1).
His highly publicized switch to the Italian team has been the talk of the 2025 Formula One season, despite performance hiccups like the Azerbaijan Grand Prix (per Formula 1).
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More from this series:
1The Most Handsome Men Of 2023 Year, Ranked By ‘The Independent Critics’2The Most Handsome Men Of 2024, Ranked By ‘The Independent Critics’
3You're hereReader’s Vote: Most Handsome Man In The World 2025


