The Carlton Tower Hotel was packed on April 25, 2025, during the grand final day of Mr. Pilipino sa Kuwait 2025 Season 2.
The program was attended by officials from the Philippine Embassy in Kuwait, led by Ambassador Jose Almodovar Cabrera III, together with Assistance Labor Attaché Cathrine A. Duladul and OWWA Welfare Officer Emmanuel Santiago C. Diaz.
Philippine Embassy in Kuwait, led by Ambassador Jose Almodovar Cabrera III, together with Assistance Labor Attaché Cathrine A. Duladul and OWWA Welfare Officer Emmanuel Santiago C. Diaz.
On the final day, 19 finalists competed for the title of Mr. Pilipino sa Kuwait 2025 Season 2.
The competition was organized by the Pilipino Sa Kuwait Facebook page, which boasts 1.1 million followers, aiming to showcase the hidden talents and skills of OFWs in Kuwait.
The event was introduced with a lively voice-over by Reden Elaco, who presented the event’s host, the popular Raymund “DJ Raymund” Recamadas.
The Founder, Organizer.
Start of the Program
The event opened with an opening prayer, followed by a welcoming speech from Eliezer “Eljan TV” Embrado, the founder of Pilipino Sa Kuwait.
Ambassador Jose Almodovar Cabrera III on his inspirational message.
An inspiring message was also delivered by Ambassador Cabrera to all the attendees.
Everyone respectfully listened to the playing of the Kuwait National Anthem, followed by the Philippine National Anthem.
The Next Episode Crew then lit up the stage with a super energetic opening performance, setting the mood for the formal competition among the finalists.
The Judges – Final Day
The distinguished panel of judges included:
Rian Jay P. Bañaga, Area Manager of LBC Express, Inc.
Marlon Aquino Malinao, Managing Editor of the Arab Times English Newspaper
Emmanuel Santiago C. Diaz, OWWA Welfare Officer
Dr. Jesusa Cristina V. Puno, School Principal of The New Kuwait-Philippines International School
The Panel Of Judges : Rian Jay P. Bañaga, Area Manager of LBC Express, Inc. Dr. Jesusa Cristina V. Puno, School Principal of The New Kuwait-Philippines International School. Emmanuel Santiago C. Diaz, OWWA Welfare Officer and Marlon Aquino Malinao, Managing Editor of the Arab Times English Newspaper.
Meanwhile, the Talent Portion was held earlier at the Ooredoo Tower, attended by several sponsors and judges:
The Judges -Talent Day
Janneth Rible, Businesswoman
Jennifer Contreras Canillas, Ooredoo
Marlon Aquino Malinao, Arab Times
Teacher John C. Cadiz, NKPIS
The Finalists
The contestants were: Jayvee Pangilinan, Lloyd Dayaganon, Eric Bulanadi, Cyrus Manarang, Reynaldo Panes, Charles Gomez,(Jericho Ortega), Erwin Maglalang ,King Balilla ,Alvin Fernandez, Juvil Dalina, Wilbert Quijano, Mayo De Guzman,Bulado Manebped,Chris Enriquez, Ferdinand Urbino Jr., Reges Montalban ,Rendell Larios,Jerome Deseo and Miko Ramirez.
The Winners
Grand Winner: #13 Mayo De Guzman (Malolos, Bulacan) Grand Winner – Mr. Pilipino sa Kuwait 2025 Season II Best in Ramp Best in Formal Wear 1st Runner-Up: #19 Jerome Deseo (Norzagaray, Bulacan) 2nd Runner-Up: #15 Chris Enriquez (Isabela) Mr. Congeniality
Grand Winner:
#13 Mayo De Guzman (Malolos, Bulacan)
Grand Winner – Mr. Pilipino sa Kuwait 2025 Season II
Best in Ramp
Best in Formal Wear
1st Runner-Up:
#19 Jerome Deseo (Norzagaray, Bulacan)
2nd Runner-Up:
#15 Chris Enriquez (Isabela)
Mr. Congeniality
Best in National Costume: #17 Reges Montalban (Cagayan De Oro)
Special Awards:
Best in National Costume: #17 Reges Montalban (Cagayan De Oro)
Best in Talent: #5 Reynaldo Panes (Koronadal)
Photogenic Award: #4 Cyrus Manarang (Quezon City)
Minor Awards:
Dreenscent Choice Award: #5 Reynaldo Panes (Koronadal)
Darling of the Crowd: #6 Charles Gomez (Albay, Bicol)
Best in Production: #9 King Balilla (Cotabato)
Social Media Award: #14 Bulado Manebped (Mindanao)
LBC Presentation Award: Group 4
Top 6 Honorable Mentions:
Reynaldo Panes (Koronadal)
King Balilla (Cotabato)
Charles Gomez (Albay, Bicol)
Prizes
Grand Winner: ₱50,000 + Crown + Sash
1st Runner-Up: ₱30,000 + Crown + Sash
2nd Runner-Up: ₱20,000 + Crown + Sash
Minor awardees: Cash prize + Sash from the organizers
Acknowledgments
The event was led by Eliezer “Eljan TV” Embrado as organizer, along with:
Tron Hechanova (Coordinator)
Raymund Recamadas (Host)
Special thanks were extended to the hardworking production assistants:
Joel Corpuz Javier
Mark Joseph Francisco
Rex Tobias Reyes
Reymma Grande (Guest Assistant and Tabulator Assistant)
Marilyn Perez and Encarnacion Encabo (Visitor Assistants)
Rosemarie Recorte (Tabulator)
Sponsors
Heartfelt thanks to the event sponsors:
LBC Express Inc.
Citylink Shuttle
American Tourister
Ooredoo
Al Mulla Exchange
BPI
La Filipina Beauty Salon
Al Zafeera and Jamilla Beauty Salon
Pinoy Hyper
Baking Studio
Carlton Tower Hotel
Dreen Scent
Lulu Hypermarket
Magic Carpet
Alotaibi Alaibani Law Firm Group
The event Light And Sounds by Walter and the Official Photographer is Jhun Ay Si Bunsoy with Khadong ( event photos are posted on Pilipino Sa Kuwait Page.) Here : Album 1 , Album 2
A Truly Successful Evening!
The Mr. Pilipino sa Kuwait 2025 Season 2 proved to be a resounding success, with a huge turnout of attendees who enjoyed the event and won prizes from the generous sponsors.
The entire organizing team expresses its deepest gratitude to all the finalists for showcasing their talents, courage, and excellence throughout the competition.
