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Philippines' Kirk Bondad captivated as the "King of the Pearl of the Orient Seas" during the national costume competition of the 2025 Mister International pageant in Thailand.
His costume, named "Perlas Celestia (the celestial pearl)," was designed by Filipino artist Patrick Isorena, who has also created costumes for other international beauty queens.
Bondad explained that the costume symbolizes the Philippines as a divine treasure, representing beauty, elegance, divine origin, royal power, and eternal light.
The pearl element in the costume signifies purity, resilience, and transformation, reflecting the Philippines' history of overcoming challenges to emerge radiant.
The national costume segment of the Mister International 2025 contest was held at the CDC Pullman Hotel in Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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