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Reported by Celso De Guzman Caparas Photos : CTTOs  (Among the Pinoy winners, from left, Direk Mac Alejandre, Direk Arlyn Dela Cruz, Cherie Gil and Janice de Belen) Pinoy filmmakers and artists were among the winners at the 8th International Film Festival Manhattan for Autumn 2021 as officially announced in their social media account. Jury President: Emmanuel dela Cruz, Jury Members: Tassos Rigopoulos, Jameelah Rose Lineses, Brian Pollock, Jek Jumawan and Luis Pedron. The pre-recorded, edited Virtual Awards Ceremony will be broadcasted via PHLV Radio from New York City, USA on October 31.
Here's the complete list of nominees and winners : LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS : 1) Junior Lifetime Achievement Award Organization: Talent & Skills (Gherald Alaman) (USA) 2) Junior Lifetime Achievement Award Organization/Event: The Outstanding Filipinos in America (Elton Lugay) (USA) 3) Junior Lifetime Achievement Award Indie Actor: Leon Miguel (Philippines) 4) Lifetime Achievement Awardee in Directing Veteran Film and TV Director McArthur Alejandre (Philippines) ----------------- JURY AWARDS : 1) Jury Awards Best Short Film Nominees : *Happy Dir: Julie Anastasopoulou (Greece) * Pugon (The Furnace) Dir: Gabby Ramos ( Philippines) *Wellspring Dir: Jeffrey Smith Quizon (Philippines) *The Stench Dir: Wong Jang (Korea) Winner: Happy Dir: Julie Anastasopoulou (Greece) 2) Jury Award Best Documentary Short Film Nominees: *Panaglaga Dir: Melver Ritz Gomez (Philippines) *Inidoro (Catch Basin) Dir: Alan Filoteo (Philippines) * Thriving on the Spectrum Dir: Scott Klumb (USA) Winner: Thriving on the Spectrum Dir: Scott Klumb (USA) 3) Jury Award Best of the Best Performance Short Film (Male or Female) Nominees: * Actor Toshinori Hamada "Shujin (Prisoner) (USA) *Actress Jhassy Buzran "Pugon (The Furnace) (Philippines) *Actor Alvin Anson "Wellspring" (Philippines) *Actress Lia Karampela "Happy" (Greece) Winner: Tie Co-Winners Actor Toshinori Hamada "Shujin (Prisoner) (USA) Actress Jhassy Buzran "Pugon (The Furnace) (Philippines) 4) Jury Award Best Actor Nominees: *Actor Alfred Vargas " Fragments" (Philippines) * Actor June Mock "To Be MELO" (USA) *Actor Nyamandi Adrien "Your Color (Deine Farbe)" ( USA/Germany) Winner: Actor Nyamandi Adrien "Your Color (Deine Farbe) (USA/Germany) 5) Jury Award Best Actress Nominees: *Actress Elizabeth Oropesa "ECQ Diary (Bawal Lumabas)" (Philippines) *Actress Lucy Diamante "To Be MELO" (USA) *Actress Daria Ramirez "ECQ Diary (Bawal Lumabas)" (Philippines) Winner: Actress Lucy Diamante "To Be MELO" (USA) 6) Jury Award Best of the Best Performance Feature Film (Male or Female) * Actress Cherie Gil "Fragments" (Philippines) *Actress Michelle Girolami "Implanted" (USA) *Actress Lucy Diamante "To Be MELO" (USA) Winner: Actress Cherie Gil "Fragments" (Philippines) 7) Jury Award Best Ensemble Nominees: *Cast of "Guitarist" (Philippines) *Cast of "The Stench" (Korea) *Cast of "Wellspring" (Philippines) *Cast of "Pugon (The Furnace)" (Philippines) Winner: Cast of Guitarist (Philippines) 8 ) Jury Award Best Narrative Nominees: *To Be MELO Dir: June Monk (USA) *Fragments Dir: McArthur Alejandre (Philippines) *Guitarist Dir: Jason Orfalas (Philippines) * Implanted Dir: Fabien Dufils (USA) * Your Color Dir: Maria Diane Ventura (USA/Germany) Winner: Guitarist Dir: Jason Orfalas Prod: Ferdy Lapuz, Dennis Evangelista (Philippines) ----------------- Professional Category and the Various Festival Director Awardees: IFFM Professional Awardees: 1) Bronze Achievement Award "Pyramid Consulting: Dispatch & Emergency Operation Center" Dir: Earl Harris (USA) 2) Bronze Achievement Award "At Your Service: Abuse Hotline" Dir: Earl Harris (USA) 3) Silver Achievement Award NYC Real Estate Dir: Edwin Josue (USA) 4) Silver Achievement Award Oh La La Artist and Director Andy Roda (Germany) 5) Silver Achievement Award "Never Too Late To Be A Hero" Dir Francis Wu (USA) 6) Gold Achievement Award "Exploring The Blue Depths" Dir: Yann Moszynski Prod: John Parl Luces (Saudi Arabia) 7) Gold Achievement Award "Sky Fashion - Back To Life" Dir: Edward Krakow (Russian Federation) 8 ) Top Prize Liberty Achievement Award "Bordallo Pinheiro Corporate Video" Dir: Miguel Sales Lopes (Portugal) ----------------------- FILM DIRECTOR AWARDS : 1) Best Student Film Nominees: *Toothpaste Dir: TingYu Chang (USA) * The Other Night Dir: Jay Servedio (USA) Winner: The Other Night Dir: Jay Servedio (USA) 2) Best Screenplay Nominees: *Marrying Myself Writer: Eran B.Y. (Israel) *ECQ Diary (Bawal Lumabas) Writer: Arlyn De La Cruz - Bernal (Philippines) Winner: ECQ Diary (Bawal Lumabas) Writer: Arlyn De La Cruz - Bernal (Philippines) 3) Best Music Video Nominees: *Sky Fashion - Back To Life Dir: Edward Krakow (Russian Federation) *Oh La La Dir: Andy Roda (Germany) *Paano Kung Tayo Dir: Jayda & Edrex Clyde Sanchez (Philippines) * M.U. DirL Jayda & Edrex Clyde Sanchez (Philippines) Winner: Paano Kung Naging Tayo Dir: Jayda & Edrex Clyde Snchez (Philippines) 4) Best Animation Nominees: *The Gecko with a Reed Dir: Diamond Stewart (USA) *The Hole Dir: Fang Hsin Kai (Taiwan) Winner: The Gecko with a Reed Dir: Diamond Stewart (USA) 5) Best Cinematography Nominees: *The Sands Between DP: Aidan Tanner (Canada) * Sharp DP: Jereon Simons (Netherlands) Winner: The Sands Between DP: Aidan Tanner (Canada) 6) Best Actor Short Film: Nominees: * "21st & Colonial" Actor Angelo Reyes (USA) * "Dayas" Actor Jeyrick Sigmaton (Philippines) Winner: "Dayas" Actor Jeyrick Sigmaton (Philippines) 7) Best Actress Short Film Nominees: *"The Sands Between" Actress Jessica Chastain (Canada) *"Wounded Blood" Actress Janice de Belen (Philippines) Tie: Co Winners "The Sands Between" Actress Jessica Chastain (Canada) "Wounded Blood" Actress Janice de Belen (Philippines) 8 ) Best Director Short Film Nominees: *Fist of the Ocean Dir: Raphael Pier (USA) * Brando's Spoon Dir: Mac Brydon (USA) Winner Brando's Spoon Dir: Mac Brydon (USA) 9) Best Director Feature Film Nominees: * Your Color (Deine Farbe) Dir: Maria Diana Ventura (USA) *Fragments Dir: Mc Arthur Alejandre (Philippines) Winner: Your Color (Deine Farbe) Dir: Maria Diana Ventura (USA) 10) Best Upcoming Filmmaker Winner: Dir: Al Davis "Devil Canyon" (USA) 11) Best Upcoming Digital Filmmaker Winner: Dir: Denys Kapush "Historical Fundraiser Celebration for Eric Adams at Minton's (USA) 12) Best Upcoming Upcoming Actress Winner: Dir: Michelle Girolami "Implanted" (USA) 13) Independent Achievement Award Producing Winner: Producer: Danni Ugali "Me Time" "Wounded Blood" (Philippines) 14) Indepedent Achievement Award Directing Winner: Director: Gabby Ramos "Pugon (The Furnace)" (Philippines) 15) Independent Achievement Award Acting Winner: Elizabeth Oropesa "ECQ Diary (Bawal Lumabas) (Philippines) 16) Independent Achievement Award Professional Category Winner: Earl Harris "Pyramid Consulting" "At Your Service" (USA) 17) Independent Achievement Award Documentary Winner: Melver Ritz Gomez "Panaglaga" (Philippines) 18) IFFM Gerry Balasta Advocacy Award Winner: Wellspring Dir: Jeffrey Smith Quizon (Philippines) 19) IFFM Gerry Balasta Advocacy Award Winner: Inidoro (Catch Basin) Dir: Alan Filoteo (Philippines) 20) IFFM Gerry Balasta Advocacy Award Winner: Preserving The Seke Dir: Irwan Zabonk (Indonesia) ----------------- THE HONORABLE MENTION AWARDEES : 1) Heart 2 Run Dir: Sean Louis and Pete Alcide (USA) 2) Welcome Back Future Dir: Alessandro Rocca (italy) 3) A Road to Nowhere Dir: Safef Zaman (USA) 3) Salidumay Dir: Dexter Macaraeg (Philippines) 4) Noli Dir: Rolando Tulio Inocencio (Philippines) 5) A Love Letter Dir: Juan Carlo Tarobal (Philippines) 6) Makeover #2dye4 Dir: Santiago Larrauri (Canada) 7) Catfish Dir: Nicholas Linnehan (USA) Reunion Dir: Derrick Owens (USA) 9) Urban Wolf Dir: Zef Cota (USA) 10) What Is An Asian Life Worth Dir: Kai Vetteth (USA) 11) The Traveling Taoist Priest Dir: Neo Kan (Taiwan) 12) Jazz John Writer: Mark Levitt (USA) 13) 21st & Colonial Actor: Angelo Reyes (USA) ------------------- About International Film Festival Manhattan According to its website, "We are visionaries who believe in the possibilities of New York, the greatest city in the world. We have seen how film, as a powerful medium can make a direct impact on lives or facilitate change. We also have seen the unique diversity of New York's culture and its people. Our vision is to help merge the two, creating an opportunity for filmmakers and artist to showcase their works in New York. Support will be given to all filmmakers to help find their audiences." Reported by Celso De Guzman Caparas Photo by Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino  MANILA — Nora Aunor made another history in the pages of Philippine film industry when she received her third Gawad Dekada para sa Natatanging Aktres (2010-2019) from the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino, the only Filipino actress to achieve such feat. Aunor was hailed the same for two past decades (1980 - 1989) and (1990 - 1999). In 2015, Aunor was the recipient of the highly coveted Natatanging Gawad Urian or the Gawad Urian Lifetime Achievement Award. It is "conferred upon a film artisan who has given exceptional contributions to the development of the Philippine film industry." The winners were revealed on Thursday, Oct. 20, during the awarding ceremony live streamed via TVUP YouTube channel and Manunuri's official Facebook page.
Here's the list of winners and nominees : BEST PICTURE Aswang – Winner Hayop Ka! Kintsugi Lahi, Hayop Midnight in a Perfect World A Thousand Cuts Watch List BEST ANIMATION Hayop Ka! – Winner (lone nominee) BEST ACTRESS Alessandra de Rossi, Watch List – Winner Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Alter Me Glaiza de Castro, Midnight in a Perfect World Charlie Dizon, Fan Girl Shaina Magdayao, Tagpuan Bela Padilla, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets Lovi Poe, Malaya Sue Ramirez, Finding Agnes Cristine Reyes, Untrue BEST ACTOR Nanding Josef, Lahi, Hayop – Winner Elijah Canlas, He Who is Without Sin Enchong Dee, Alter Me Noel Escondo, Memories of Forgetting Keann Johnson, The Boy Foretold by the Stars Adrian Lindayag, The Boy Foretold by the Stars Zanjoe Marudo, Malaya JC Santos, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Dexter Doria, Memories of Forgetting – Winner Hazel Orencio, Lahi, Hayop – Winner Sandy Andolong, Finding Agnes Lolita Carbon, Lahi Hayop Bing Pimentel, Midnight in a Perfect World BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Micko Laurente, Watch List – Winner Jake Macapagal, Watch List Jess Mendoza, Watch List Dino Pastrano, Midnight in a Perfect World Enzo Pineda, He Who is Without Sin BEST DIRECTOR Alyx Arumpac, Aswang – Winner Joselito Altarejos, Memories of Forgetting Dodo Dayao, Midnight in a Perfect World Dolly Dulu, The Boy Foretold by the Stars Lav Diaz, Lahi, Hayop Ramona Diaz, A Thousand Cuts Lawrence Fajardo, Kintsugi Antoinette Jadaone, Fan Girl Avid Liongoren, Hayop Ka! Ben Rekhi, Watch List Irene Villamor, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets BEST SCREENPLAY Lav Diaz, Lahi, Hayop – Winner Herlyn Alegre, Lawrence Fajardo, Brillante Mendoza, Kintsugi Joselito Altarejos, Memories of Forgetting Manny Angeles at Paulle Olivenza, Hayop Ka! Dodo Dayao, Midnight in a Perfect World Dolly Dulu, The Boy Foretold by the Stars Ben Rekhi at Rona Lean Sales, Watch List Irene Villamor, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets BEST SHORT FILM Ola, Mijan Jumalon – Winner Ang Bahagharing Uhaw sa Ulan, Levilou D. Corpuz Dad-aan Na, Julian Lumigued Isang Daa’t Isang Mariposa, Norvin de los Santos My Father is an Astro-not, Arjanmar H. Rebeta Next Picture, Cris Bringas Noontime Drama, Kim Timan Pabasa Kan Pasyon, Hubert Tibi Yawyaw ni JP, Sine Senyata BEST DOCUMENTARY Aswang, Alyx Arumpac – Winner Buklog, Role Hoang Manipon Elehiya sa Paglimot, Kristofer Bugada At House in Pieces, Jean Claire Dy and Manuel Domes Masterpiece, Kristoffer Villarino and January Yap A Thousand Cuts, Ramona Diaz BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY Alyx Arumpac at Tanya Haurylchyk, Aswang – Winner Nic Bagaoisan, Memories of Forgetting Albert Banzon at Gym Lumbera, Midnight in a Perfect World Neil Daza, Fan Girl Lav Diaz, Lahi, Hayop McCoy Tarnate, Malaya Rody Lacap, Magikland Lee Mariano, Alter Me Daniella Nowitz, Watch List Marvin Reyes, The Boy Foretold by the Stars Zach Sycip, Finding Agnes Boy Yniguez, Untrue Boy Yniguez, Kintsugi BEST EDITING Joselito Altarejos, Memories of Forgetting – Winner Lawrence Ang, Midnight in a Perfect World Fatima Bianchi at Anne Fabini, Aswang Mai Calapardo, He Who is Without Sin Manet Dayrit, Magikland Jether Amar at Manny Angeles, Hayop Ka! Ramona Diaz, A Thousand Cuts Nick Ellsberg, Watch List Lawrence Fajardo, Kintsugi Noah Tonga, Alter Me BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN Darrel Manuel, Memories of Forgetting – Winner Ferdie Abuel, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets Endi Balbuena at Roland Inocencio, Kintsugi Jay Custodio, Malaya Timi Dominguez, Alter Me Maolen Fadul, Untrue Ericson Navarro, Watch List Ericson Navarro, Magikland Benjamin Padero at Carlo Tabije, Midnight in a Perfect World Mitoy Sta. Ana, Finding Agnes BEST MUSIC Jhaye Cura at Paulo Protacio, The Boy Foretold by the Stars – Winner Arnel Barbarona, The Highest Peak Teresa Barroza, Fan Girl Len Calvo, Hayop Ka! Kian Cipriano at Brain Coat, On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets Malek Lopez, Erwin Romulo, Juan Miguel Sobrepena, Midnight in a Perfect World BEST SOUND Corinne de San Jose, Midnight in a Perfect World – Winner Cecil Buban, Lahi, Hayop Mikko Quizon, John Daryl Libongero, John Michael Perez, and Aeriel Ellyzon Mallari, Hayop Ka! Liza Espinas, Watch List Lawrence Fajardo, Kintsugi Mikko Quizon, John Michael Perez & Akritchalerm Kalayanamitr, Vincent Villa, Fan Girl GAWAD DEKADA PARA SA MGA NATATANGING PELIKULA (Winners) Damgo ni Eleuteria, Remton Siega Zuasola Ang Pag Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa, Alvin Yapan Ang Paglalakbay ng mga Bituin sa Gabing Madilim, Arnel Mardoquio Norte, Hangganan ng Kasaysayan, Lav Diaz Women of the Weeping River, Sheron Dayoc Baboy Halas, Bagane Fiola Tu Pug Imatuy, Arnel Barbarona Respeto, Treb Monteras Balangiga, Khavin Buy Bust, Erik Matti Babae at Baril, Rae Red GAWAD DEKADA PARA SA MGA NATATANGING AKTOR AT AKTRES Nora Aunor Alessandra de Rossi Angeli BayaniJohn Lloyd Cruz NATATANGING GAWAD URIAN Lav Diaz  Reported by Celso de Guzman Caparas Coronation Night Photos by Pawee Ventura  Philippine bet ALEXANDRA FAITH GARCIA was crowned as Miss Aura International 2021 during the coronation night held at Rixos Sungate, Antalya, Turkey on Sunday, Oct. 3.  Faith made history as the first-ever Filipina to compete and eventually won in the Miss Aura International Pageant, organized by CEO and owner Adnan Seker for the past 16 years. Wearing a creation by "renowned fashion designer to certified beauty queens," Cathy Mora Capistrano, Faith was crowned by outgoing queen, Portugal's Andreia Correia.
 Her court included Miss Romania Alexandra Stroe (1st runner-up), Miss Ukraine Katerina Pidkopai (2nd runner-up), Miss Colombia Maria Del Mar Meza (3rd runner-up) and Miss France Cassandra de Soussa (4th runner-up).  ...Faith with her court and Miss Aura International Pageant CEO and owner Adnan Seker Few hours after her victory, Faith posted a heartwarming message in her social media accounts: "The feeling is still so surreal. This moment was just a dream for the longest time and now it is a reality. This was truly God’s plan. There are many "firsts" that had happened in my Ms. Aura International 2021 journey and let me share some of it. I was appointed as the “first” ever Filipina to compete in this year's Ms. Aura International. Travelling to Turkey, I need to get a visa and it was actually my “first” ever Visa. During the process, my team had encountered problems with their Passport renewals and Visa processing since it was ECQ during the time in Manila. I had my “first” ever long flight and my “first” ever International travel all by myself. Not to mention the luggages and boxes (containing my NatCos) that I need to carry (I didn't know how I was able to summon all the strength to carry those baggages which are actually heavier than me) I had to book my flight a few days earlier before the start of the actual activities to allow myself to adjust with the time difference. (+5hrs PHT) I didn't expect it but I was actually the “first” candidate to arrive at venue here at Antalya, Turkey. At the start of the activities & after seeing our National Costumes, the Ms. Aura Team had decided to put me at the end so I was the “first” "candidate in line, making me candidate #1. Today, in my “first” ever International Pageant I was crowned as the “first” ever Filipina in Ms. Aura International. I’m still in awe with all of the things that had happened. Thank you so much everyone for the love & support that you have given me. It would not be possible without all of you. Para sayo ito, Mahal kong Pilipinas Miss Aura International Miss Aura Int"ernational Philippines Influencer Republik KF Crown.Glory.Legacy Missosology" National Costume  Belleza de Philippa" or "FILIPA (A beautiful girl who loves horses) by Jorick Lopez Limpag Creations  Faith's National Costume was inspired by a beautiful Filipina woman who loves horses named “Philippa” which derived from the word Philippines.  An elegant Filipiñana intricately designed and showcased the Philippines symbolism, it displays and mimics the beauty of the national flower which is Sampaguita, rained with thousands of pearls that represents the country as the Pearl of the Orient, and a Kalesa which is a small 2-wheeled calash used as transportation in the Philippines  This national costume exhibits different elements as it was made of 3D laces, acrylic beads for body details, skirt that was made of dancing pearls and a hand painted cape adorned with kalesa that illustrates Philippines culture and tradition. Ensemble with a beaded fan derived from pamaypay or abaniko, a mainstay of women's attire and a crown made of pearls and crystal beads that shows a strong, passionate and empowered Filipina.  Jorick Lopez Limpag Creative Team: Joebert Andres Eduardo Delos Reyes Mhar Christopher Mamasig Dennis Cariño Cuario Jake Fernandez Demerin John Albert Casayuran Jerome Nicu Tabil Virjel Sibayan Manny V Vendiola Ryan Talingdan Pascua Makeup: Jayson De Seles Hair: Hyunah Amano Venue: Subic Bay Travelers Hotel & Event Center Inc. Stage Design: Lloyd Masmila by Event Central Videographer: Eibner Saliba Photographer: Jesse Basubas Special Thanks: Eekim Amano Yhumie Fortalejo Jing Yap Patrick Angelo Edades Elroy Jon Ilagan ________________________ TALENT : A WARRIOR FILIPINA  Faith showcased an interpretative dance depicting the story of A Warrior Filipina that represents a strong and independent Filipina who is willing to fight and defend herself and her tribe. This interpretative dance is a representation of the rich culture and tradition of the Philippines, it embodies not only the talent of the Filipinos when it comes to dancing but also the traditional costume that the Filipinos have. This dance exhibits a powerful emotion of a strong Filipina who is filled with bravery and ready to lead her tribe against the enemy. Pintados means painted because their bodies were covered with tattoos and were used as a costume to represent native Filipina who has courage, rank, and strength. It defines as the bravest warriors adorned in tattoos that covered every inch of their body from head to foot. _________________________ Choreographer: Junnel Malit Assisted by Robert Munes Talent concept: Jing Yap/Exodus Production Costume by Shemshem Okamoto/Jobee Henson Makeup by Hyunah Amano Venue: Terrace Hotel and Welltz Bar Stage Design: Lloyd Masmila by Event Central Videographer: Eibner Saliba Photographer: Jesse Basubas Special Thanks: Mikee Amano Yhumie Fortalejo Lizadel Dais Rivera Patrick Angelo Edades Elroy Jon Ilagan _________________________ IMPRESSIVE CREDENTIALS  a ravishing swimsuit/resort wear by Cathy Mora Capistrano. Photo by JJ Maghirang III Alexandra Faith, 28 of Olongapo City, is a Tourism graduate from Columban College in the said city in 2014. She's a dedicated and multi-awarded triathlete. Also a ramp model, she had participated in Bench Fashion Show and Philippine Fashion Week, among others. She's a staunch advocate of healthy living, wellness, youth and women empowerment, and equality. Faith has a string of pageant experiences in her portfolio, as follows : • 2013 Mutya ng Olongapo Grand Winner • 2013 Miss Silka Philippines Grand Winner • 2014 Mutya ng Pilipinas candidate no. 7. Top 10 Finalist and Mutya Miss White Result. • 2015 Reyna ng Aliwan 1st runner-up, Miss Photogenic and Best in Swimsuit. Represented Dinamulag Mango Festival of Zambales. • 2016 Bb. Pilipinas candidate no. 2. • 2018 Century Tuna Superbods Ageless Top 5 Finalist • 2021 Bb. Pilipinas candidate no. 29. Miss World Balance MISS AURA INTERNATIONAL PHILIPPINES ORGANIZATION The Miss Aura International Philippines Organization (MAIPO) is composed of CEO & National Director Katniss Griffiths, Managing Director Jovita Laureola, Overall Pageant Director Ferdinand Galdones Abejon and Multimedia Director Ken Fillarca appointed Faith to be our first-ever delegate to the Turkey-based Miss Aura International Pageant.  Griffiths (top photo) said, "Faith have all the qualities of an Aura Queen : 4B's - Beauty, Body, Brain and most important, Behavior." The team promptly posted congratulatory messages in their respective social media accounts and MAIPO official Facebook page. PAGEANT TRAINING  Faith underwent rigorous pageant training on pasarela, personality development, etc. under KF Beauty Camp headed by noted certified beauty queen maker Rodgil Flores (right, top photo).
Flores wrote in his Facebook page : "Another Filipina shone brightest in the international pageant scene and she is a KFamilia! CONGRATULATIONS Alexandra Faith Garcia for being crowned as Miss Aura International 2021 in Antalya, Turkey" #rixosmoments #rixossungate #missaurainternational2021 #MissAuraPhilippinesInternational2021 #InfluencerRepublik #Kfamilia #kf #kagandahangflores #KeeptheFAITH #BelievingFAITH #BWalk #MissAuraInternational #MissAuraInternational2021 Reported by Celso De Guzman Caparas Photos by MUPh Org. Cebu City's Beatrice Luigi Gomez was crowned as Miss Universe Philippines 2021 by outgoing queen Rabiya Mateo during the finals staged at Henann Resort Convention Center in Aloha Beach, Panglao, Bohol on Thursday evening, Sep. 30.  26-year old Gomez, a proud member of LGBTQ community, will travel to Eliat, Israel to compete in the 70th Miss Universe Pageant set this December. Her answer to the final question sealed her fate in winning the crown and title. Question : If, during your reign as Miss Universe Philippines, things happen in your life that make you sad and uninspired, how would you be able to continue inspiring others? Gomez :"It is very evident that all of us went through difficulties during this pandemic, but it is also proof that we are able to rise to the occasion, and if anything happened to me during my reign, I will not give up and inspire others by rising to the problems that I am encountering and by inspiring them that what you are going through, you will be able to overcome it."  Gomez romped away with the Best in Evening Gown. She donned a red gown during the Prelims and a royal blue number on the finals, both designed by Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer Furne One Amato of Amato Couture. She also bagged the Best in Swimsuit and two corporate awards : Miss Luxxe Immunplus Game Changer and Miss Creamsilk. Prior to the finals, Gomez won the Introduction Challenge and one of the Top 15 in the Casting Challenge. Here's the full list of runners-up and special awardees :
Remainder of TOP 10
• Maria Corazon Abalos, Mandaluyong • Leren Mae M. Bautista, Laguna • Kristen Danielle Delavin, Masbate • Janela Joy Cuaton, Albay • Maria Ingrid Teresita P. Santamaria, Parañaque Remainder of TOP 16 : • Christell Abello, Aklan • Chella Grace Falconer, Misamis Oriental • Izabella Jasmine A. Umali, Manila • Mirjan S. Hipolito, Angeles City • Jane Nicole M. Miñano, Romblon • Rousanne Marie Bernos, San Juan City Other SPECIAL AWARDEEs: • Face of Belo Sun Expert: Katrina Dimaranan, Taguig • Miss CopperMask: Princess Kristha Singh, Pasig • Miss Organic Barley: Leren Mae M. Bautista, Laguna • Miss K-Pads: Janela Joy Cuaton, Albay • Miss Save Point Plus: Katrina Dimaranan, Taguig • Miss Air Asia Philippines: Maureen Christa Wroblewitz, Pangasina • Miss Bragais: Leren Mae M. Bautista, Laguna • Miss RedFOXLabs 2021: Kristen Danielle Delavin, Masbate • Miss Hennan: Maureen Wroblewitz, Pangasinan • Best in National Costume: Maria Corazon Abalos, Mandaluyong • Miss Luxxe White Face of the Universe (Miss Photogenic): Kirsten Danielle Delavin, Masbat • Miss Luxxe White Reveal Instabright Stunner: Steffi Rose Aberasturi, Cebu Province • Miss Universe Philippines Lazada: Kirsten Danielle Delavin, Masbate The panel of judges was composed of : 1. Ms. Joanne Golong-Gomez, Commercial Director of Hilton Manila 2. Sam Verzosa, CEO and Co-Founder of FRONTROW Philippines 3. Dr. Vicki Belo, Founder and Medical Director of The Belo Medical Group 4. Jojie Lloren, Former President of the Young Designers Guild and The Fashion and Design Council of the Philippines 5. Ms. Sheila Romero, Vice Chairman of Air Asia Philippines Gracing the event were MUPh Org. executives : National Director Shamcey Supsup-Lee, Creative Director Jonas A. Gaffud, Marketing Director Mario Garcia, Communications Director Voltaire Tayag; last year's runners-up Ysabella Ysmael, Michelle Gumabao, Pauline Amelinckx and Kimberly Hakenson; and Resorts World Manila Corporate Communications Director Joee Guilas who sat as a Special Panelist. Streamed live on KTX.Ph, the event was ably hosted by KC Montero with Sam Concepcioon and Michael Pangilinan as guest performers. #MUPH2021Coronation #MissUniversePhilippines2021 #MUPHSisterhood #PhenomenalWoman #InspireYou |
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