We’re Never Getting Over These Phenomenal Photos From Nazanin Mandi’s SI Swimsuit 2025 Shoot

Nazanin Mandi is officially a SI Swimsuit model with her very first feature as part of the 2025 issue.

Her rookie year showcases just how well she knows how to work a camera, as her confidence and fierceness bled through every fashion-forward frame. She was photographed on the beautiful sands of Jamaica, where her flawless face card, combined with her beautiful personality, makes her the perfect addition to the fold.

Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by LSPACE. | Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Every single snapshot taken by photographer Yu Tsai is so remarkable, there’s no doubt this entire shoot deserves to be framed.

Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Anna Kosturova. | Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

A look into Mandi’s life shows she’s pursued a variety of different careers, including singing and modeling. She previously released a song titled “FOREVER MOOD,” an upbeat tune where her vocal prowess is on full display.

In the world of modeling, she’s worked with magazines like Vogue, Allure and Seventeen.

Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by FAE. | Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Her multifacetedness can’t be quantified. In addition to singing and modeling, she also writes. Her book, The Art of Gratitude, is a piece that aims to help others on their path to becoming the best version of themselves.

As her book went on to transform readers’ lives, Mandi went on to assist in their journeys by hosting a retreat where she personally taught them the fundamentals of what she believes is the key to enjoying a fulfilled life.

Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Bad N Bare. Necklace by Eric Silva. | Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

A believer in manifestation, Mandi is a prime example of what dreaming big and never giving up looks like. She often thought about the day she would be featured in SI Swimsuit, and—no matter how many years passed—she held onto her dream. Ultimately, she got exactly what she’d hoped for!

Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DEPAREL. | Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

“Proof that well over two decades of manifesting can come true,” the 38-year-old penned on her Instagram following her SI Swimsuit feature announcement. “Every year around New Year’s, I would create a vision board - on that vision board would always feature @si_swimsuit [...] When I found out I was a 2025 Rookie, I cried like a baby 😭 because I immediately pictured little me dreaming of booking this opportunity and how badly I have ALWAYS wanted this.”

The 2025 SI Swimsuit magazine is available online today and at select newsstands on May 17. Order your copy here.