Next to boxing and basketball, beauty pageant is one of the anticipated event in the Philippines. The Binibining Pilipinas, the most prestigious beauty pageant in the country, has already chosen the 40 candidates that will vie for the six international beauty titles.

The Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) through their online portal released the names of the 40 exceptional women who would be competing in the country’s most prestigious beauty pageant in the coronation night slated for June 9.

BPCI Chairperson Mrs. Stella Marquez Araneta headed the screening together with the members of the BPCI executive committee and pageant sponsors, the 40 official Filipina candidates who would be vying for six international titles are:


These 40 women are in for an exciting journey. After the screening, they are tipped to visit several charities, engage with sponsors and participate in the talent competition, fashion show, photo exhibit and parade of beauties.

Here's a teaser for the Kanta Pilipinas and with in it is Ms. Lea Salonga. Better watch out for it!