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Following rounds of screenings, 21 contestants from across the country have been announced for the inaugural edition of The Miss Philippines pageant. The winner, to be crowned this October at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, will be representing the Philippines at Miss Supranational, Miss Charm, or Miss Asia Pacific International. Pauline Amelinckx (Miss Supranational Philippines 2023 and Miss Supranational 2023 first runner-up) was proclaimed as the first The Miss Philippines during her homecoming celebration last month. She is expected to crown her successor in the upcoming event. The Miss Philippines is reinventing pageantry as the organizers announced what to expect in the competition — no swimsuit round, red carpet moments like Cannes for the formal wear segment, TED Talks-type speeches, and emphasis on how to promote the Philippines to the world. Who will be the crowned next ambassador of Filipino culture and heritage? Meet the contestants: BACOLOD - Janine Gelera BATANG

Rashmita Rasindran was crowned Puteri Mutiara 2023 (Miss Charm Malaysia 2024) during the Pencarian Puteri Malaysia 2023 final held by Ratu Wanita Malaya organization on September 3 in Kuala Lumpur. The 24-year-old model and social activist from Selangor succeeded Shanned Jane (Miss Charm 2023 Top 20 semifinalist) and will now represent Malaysia at Miss Charm 2024 in Vietnam. Another winner, Haneesya Hanee was proclaimed Puteri Zamrud 2023) Miss Global Malaysia 2024 and will proceed to participate in the Miss Global 2024 pageant. The rest of the Top 5 finalists were Marsha Nazri, Saranya Naidu, and Carolyn Wee. They were awarded the titles Puteri Delima, Puteri Nilam, and Puteri Intan, respectively. "This still feels surreal for me. Thank you to those who have been showering me with so much love and support in this reign," said the new Miss Charm Malaysia. Reigning Miss Charm Luma Russo from Brazil attended the event as a special guest. Road to Miss Charm 2024: View th

Arabella Sitanan Gregory, a 20-year-old mixed-race model, has been officially appointed as Miss Charm Thailand 2024. She succeeds last year's titleholder and Miss Charm 2023 Top 20 semifinalist Patitta Suntivijj. No stranger to pageantry, Arabella previously represented the province of Phatthalung and placed second runner-up at Miss Thailand 2023 which was organized by TPN Global last March in Nonthaburi. Prior to the national pageant, she also competed in the Thai Supermodel Contest 2019 where she was awarded Miss Photogenic and Miss Tourism World Thailand 2020 where she finished as first runner-up. The new Miss Charm Thailand will now prepare to represent the "Land of Smiles" at the Miss Charm 2024 pageant in Vietnam. Road to Miss Charm 2024: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arabella Gregory (@bellagregoryy) Photos: Arabella Gregory / Instagram

Former Miss Universe Chile, Sofia Depassier, has been officially announced as Miss Charm Chile 2024. The 25-year-old producer and television host for ¡HOLA! TV will now prepare to represent Chile at the Miss Charm 2024 pageant in Vietnam. To recall, she won Miss Universe Chile 2022 and went on to compete at the 71st Miss Universe last January in New Orleans where she bagged the Miss Congeniality award. Just recently, she emotionally relinquished her reign and crowned her successor for the national title, Celeste Viel, at this year's Miss Universe Chile final held in Santiago. Talking about her stint at Miss Universe, she shared: "It was one of the most extraordinary experiences I have lived, where I was able to get the best out of myself, make friendships that will last a lifetime, and have been able to learn a little more about this world." Meet the new Miss Charm Chile: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sofia Depassier (@sofiadepassier) P

Miss Supranational 2023 first runner-up Pauline Amelinckx was officially crowned the first-ever "The Miss Philippines" on Thursday, August 10. The crowning ceremony took place during the Supra-Duo Homecoming celebration event held for her and Mister Supranational 2023 semifinalist Johannes Rissler at the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria. Pauline received her crown and official The Miss Philippines sash from former beauty queen and now Miss Universe Philippines national director Shamcey Supsup-Lee. As the titleholder, the Boholana beauty represents "confidence, intelligence, and positive change in addition to being a beauty queen." Applications are open until August 26 for the first edition of The Miss Philippines, the "newest, most innovative and modern pageant" for females of Filipino heritage, ages 18 to 32 years old, from all corners of the world. The winners are expected to represent the Philippines at the Miss Supranational and Miss Charm pageants.

Former Miss Universe Argentina Alina Luz Akselrad has been officially announced as Miss Charm Argentina 2024 on Thursday, July 6 via social media. The 24-year-old TV host, actress, and author of "Abraza tu Poder" (Embrace your Power) will now represent Argentina at Miss Charm 2024 pageant in Vietnam. Alina is a graduate of a degree in broadcasting and a certified cabin crew. She also holds two certificates from Harvard University in rhetoric and children's rights. She held the title of Miss Universe Argentina 2020 and went on to participate in the 69th Miss Universe competition held in Hollywood, Florida. She placed in the Top 21 among 74 competitors. Meet the new Miss Charm Argentina: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Charm (@misscharm.tv) Photos: Miss Charm, Alina Luz Akselrad / Instagram

Former Miss Universe Kazakhstan titleholder, Diana Tashimbetova, has been officially announced as Miss Charm Kazakhstan 2024. The 20-year-old model from Almaty was one of the title winners of the Miss Qazaqstan 2022 (Miss Kazakhstan) competition held at the Palace of the Republic in November last year. In January, she was supposed to participate in the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans but it did not happen due to a series of conflicts between her and her national organization. Besides pursuing an architecture degree at a university, Diana also runs her own clothing brand. Her hobbies include singing, dancing, sports, and gymnastics, just to name a few. She will now prepare to represent Kazakhstan at Miss Charm 2024 pageant in Vietnam on a date yet to be announced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Diana Tashimbetova (@diana.tashii) Photos: Aidyn Ahmet, Diana Tashimbetova / Instagram

Miss Charm Brazil Luma Russo bested 37 other contestants to be crowned Miss Charm 2023 on Thursday, February 16 Hoa Binh Theater in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The 27-year-old pilot and model made history by becoming the first-ever woman to win the Vietnam-based international beauty pageant. She also won a cash prize worth 100,000 US dollars. Annabelle Mae McDonnell of the Philippines and Olivia Tan of Indonesia were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Lady Di Mosquera of Venezuela, Juliana Habib Lorduy of Colombia, and Luyanda Zuma of South Africa rounded out the Top 6 finalists. The rest of the Top 10 were the representatives from Argentina, Julieta Garcia, Puerto Rico, Alejandra Pagan, Costa Rica, Andrea Montero, and the Dominican Republic, Valentina Campion. Anahi Hormazabal Garay of Chile, Li Mengli of China, Larisa Han of Korea, Shannen Jade Totten of Malaysia, Karen Bustos of Mexico, Anastasiia Panova of Ukraine, Pattita Suntivijj of Thailand, Anna Baksheev

Tonight, one deserving woman will walk away with the international beauty title of Miss Charm 2023 from the Hoa Binh Theater in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. After months of preparations, one woman's life is about to change forever as she makes history by becoming the first-ever Miss Charm. The highly awaited final show is about to begin. Former notable international queens joining the judges' table include Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova of Canada, Miss World 2015 Mireia Lalaguna of Spain, and Miss International 2012 Ikumi Yoshimatsu of Japan. Alongside other distinguished personalities in the panel, they will have the toughest decision to make. Who among the 38 beauties deserves the newest coveted crown? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Charm (@misscharm.tv) --- FINAL RESULTS ---- TOP 20 Argentina - Julieta Garcia Brazil - Luma Russo Chile - Anahi Hormazabal Garay China - Li Mengli Colombia - Juliana Habib Lorduy Costa Rica - Andrea Monte

Miss Charm 2023, the first edition of the international Miss Charm pageant based in Vietnam will culminate tonight in Ho Chi Minh City. Don't miss the final show from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. local time (GMT+7) live from the Hoa Binh Theater and witness 38 of the world's most charming women dazzle their way to the coveted crown. While the event will broadcast live on local TV channels such as VTVCab, FPT Play, and DANET, Miss Charm's official Facebook and Youtube will also stream for fans across the world. Who will win Miss Charm 2023? Stay tuned for our live updates of the results. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Charm (@misscharm.tv) Photos: Miss Charm RELATED POSTS: FAVORITES: Miss Charm 2023 Top 12 final favorites Miss Charm 2023: Meet the 40 contestants Miss Charm 2023 schedule of events and activities announced Miss Charm Philippines 2023 is Annabelle McDonnell