Shots taken by Tim Yap during the Despedida de Soltera of Georgina Wilson at Hotel du Vin in the UK
So as we say goodbye to Miss Georgina Wilson (see the Preview Magazine cover below which is her last as a single woman), let us all welcome Mrs. Arthur Burnand (or Georgina Wilson-Burnand if you will).
May the two of you live and stay in a long and blissful marriage together! 🙂
Georgina Wilson’s last magazine cover as a single woman
Left-to-right: Yu Tsai, Cindy Bishop and Kelly Tandiono for Season 4 of Asia’s Next Top Model
Cindy Bishop will host Season 4 of Asia’s Next Top Model
By the first half of 2016, Asia’s Next Top Model Season 4 will start airing on Star World. And once more, the producers have invited me to be part of the AsNTM Insiders Program for yet another stab at the latest.
Joining Cindy in the fold is Supermodel Kelly Tandiono and famous photographer Yu Tsai (you all remember him in America’s Next Top Model, right?). It could only mean that our favorite Joey Mead King is out as well.
Well hold your horses for now and read their Press Release for Season 4.
The highly-rated reality competition series Asia’s Next Top Model (AsNTM) on StarWorld, FOX International Channels’ (FIC) leading TV entertainment destination for chic and stylish women, is back with season 4. Filming has begun with a talented celebrity cast, consisting of Cindy Bishop as host, Kelly Tandiono as model mentor and Yu Tsai as Creative Director. In addition to mentoring and helping the new group of contestants grow into world-class modelling professionals, the three celebrities will make up the judging panel each week along with renowned guest judges throughout the season.
With over 20 years experience in the modelling and entertainment industry, Cindy is set to bring a new level of expertise, energy and glamour to the show as this season’s host. Originally from Thailand, Cindy was the 1996 winner of Miss Thailand World. Since then, the versitle 5’10” actress and model has dominated the fashion and media scene, gracing covers of magazines and runways as well has film and television screens across Asia. She has been the face of numerous prominent global brands; was a top VJ for Channel [V], Asia’s leading music channel; and is one of the most sought-after hosts in the region for both live events and television. Cindy has also starred in many local movies and television dramas, such Gossip Girl Thailand and The O.C. Thailand based on the popular US series, and has a role in the upcoming Hollywood film All I See is You set to come out in 2016.
The stylish and acclaimed model Kelly Tandiono will serve the role of mentor for this season, helping the contestants prepare physically, mentally and emotionally for the tough competition and career challenges ahead. Her talent and experience in film will help the contestants bring drama to their signature runway looks and nail acting challenges. Kelly has won a variety of different modelling awards, including being named the Prestige’s “It Girl” 2013, The Style Makers Award 2012, and Elle Magazine Model of the Year 2011. In addition to her modelling credentials, Kelly has successfully expanded her career onto the silver screen, having been named Best Actress at the Royal Bali International Film Festival in 2014.
Famed photographer and director Yu Tsai will serve as Creative Director this season, bringing with him international experience and his discerning taste for high fashion. Yu Tsai’s career sits at the top of fashion game, having been creative consultant on America’s Next Top Model Cycles 20, 21 and 22 as well as having photographed an extensive list of A-list celebrities, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Anne Hathaway, Katy Perry and Sarah Jessica Parker. His eye for potential and talent coupled with his signature “tough love” personality will undoubtedly push this season’s model hopefuls to bring out their best in the competition.
Commenting on this season’s cast, Sam Gollestani, FOX International Channels’ Executive Producer of Asia’s Next Top Model said, “Between Cindy, Kelly and Yu Tsai, the experience and expertise they collectively bring to the table are without a doubt going to push this new season of Asia’s Next Top Model up another level. Not only will their extensive knowledge help transform our contestants like we have never seen before, but they are each highly captivating on-air personalities and have fascinating backstories themselves. I can’t wait for AsNTM fans to get to know them and to share the stories of their journeys alongside our contestants’.”
Asia’s Next Top Model Season 4 will premiere on StarWorld Asia in the first half of 2016. For news about the show, including when Season 4’s contestants will be revealed, please visit http://www.asias-next-top-model.com/ and follow AsNTM on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Who will follow Jessica of Season 1 and Sheena of Season 2?
Tonight is the night when Asia’s Next Top Model S3 will be finally known after months of weekly challenges and eliminations that left only three (3) contenders in the hunt for the victory. Only one among Ayu Gani of Indonesia, Monika Sta. Maria of the Philippines and Aimee Rose Cheng-Bradshaw of Singapore will have the honor of becoming this season’s top placer – the Asian model who will drive home a brand-new Subaru XV STI, become the cover of Harper’s Bazaar Singapore and land a contract with Storm Models of London. Spoilers have flooded the internet weeks before the finale. But then again, you will need to watch the show to find out if prior buzz is indeed true.
So tune in to Star World at 8:45PM to witness everything.
Here’s the promo teaser:
Asia's Next Top Model S3 Top 4 (left to right): Monika, Aimee, Gani and Barbara
Episode 11 of Asia’s Next Top Model S3 was an hour filled with a series of one-on-ones when host Georgina Wilson and mentor Joey Mead King took turns in personally interviewing the final four (Monika, Aimee, Barbara and Gani) and revealing some never-before-heard details from each one of them. If you missed this one, click HERE.
Amanda was eliminated right before the Top 4.
Tonight, the Top 4 will go to their important go-sees/castings with three different Singapore-based clients/brands (Pois Boutique, Braun Buffel and Triumph) to see who will get the most number of bookings. They will also get their crucial Harper’s Bazaar photoshoot with Kenneth Goh.
The Top 4 during the lengthy judges' deliberation you will see tonight
Sneak pics of the Harper's Bazaar photoshoot (All images courtesy of Asia's Next Top Model Insiders Program)
Here’s the teaser for Episode 12:
courtesy of AsNTM
Monika in a screenshot of her winning motion editorial for Subaru
Episode 10 of Asia’s Next Top Model S3 had the remaining five (5) contestants go through their first motion editorial for Subaru. And you need not guess who won that challenge. Monika was in her best elements (watch her segment in the video below) and did not disappoint the client. She went straight to Top 4.
courtesy of AsNTM
The Top 5 pose for the camera before becoming just a Top 4. Who will be eliminated next?
Will Amanda be the next to go?
By now, you must have already a good feel on who got the boot. But are you really sure she’s the one?
Below is a teaser for Episode 11 of Asia’s Next Top Model where the fourth member of the quartet is nowhere to be seen (talk about extending the suspense).
courtesy of AsNTM
Watch Asia’s Next Top Model S3 on Star World tonight at 8:45PM. We’re so close to the finals that you simply can’t afford to miss this one. 😉
The Bb. Pilipinas 2015 Queens in an inside beauty feature of Metro Magazjne's June 2015 issue (Photo credit: Rogelie Catacutan)
Metro Mag's June 2015 has Georgina Wilson and Solenn Heussaff as the other cover girls for this special issue.
Fil-American Kelsey Merritt on the cover of Metro Magazine June 2015 ish
P.S. Below is a short vid of Kelsey showing some BTS of her shoot for Abby Jocson last April, 2015.
courtesy of Sauce Networks
Amanda was suspended in the air for the photoshoot challenge. And got Best Photo in the process.
In Episode 9 of Asia’s Next Top Model S3, the remaining six ladies were brought to a gym where they met up with some Mixed Martial Artists who gave them a crash course on how to build up their core and strengthen their limbs. But this was just a prelude to their first challenge which required doing cool movements on a suspended steel ring which was initially tough for most. But after being told that the prize was a spa treatment at Sofitel So Sentosa, everyone started to become very competitive. Barbara and Aimee were really fueled to do well. But it was the Japanese who showed more strength and style. She won the reward and brought Gani along. The remaining girls did their own home spa activity at the models’ house which isolated Tahlia who is not chummy with the tight group of Monika, Aimee and Amanda.
For the main photoshoot challenge, Creative Director Alex Perry provided his long, flowy gowns tailor-made for a fantasy theme where each one of the contenders were put in harness and suspended in mid-air while doing their best to strike best poses for Jez Smith. Barbara and Monika did better than expected. Aimee played it safe, but still got good snaps. Indonesians Gani and Tahlia failed in their turns and disappointed the team. Surprisingly, Amanda saved her best for last, as she expertly moved in her red dress and totally impressed everyone, including a delightfully screaming Joey.
Amanda's Best Photo for Episode 9, her second so far.
The photo that got Tahlia eliminated
A sneak pic of Gani for Ep10
The minute-video below shows the Top 5 with their respective pitches and catchlines to win the competition.
courtesy of AsNTM
And here is the sneak peek into Episode 10.
courtesy of AsNTM
Tahlia of Indonesia won Best Photo during Episode 8 of Asia’s Next Top Model Season 3
It was both a scare and a win for Tahlia of Indonesia during Episode 8 of Asia’s Next Top Model Season 3 when she had to undergo extensive check-up for lumps in her breast (which were mercifully benign) as well as performing well during the photoshoot en route to getting the week’s Best Photo. If you failed to watch, here’s the LINK.
The hair challenge during the 1st half of the episode saw our Monika being picked as winner and getting immunity from elimination. And while we had full confidence in her ability to lead the way once more, she almost actually got to use that immunity because her photo in motion did not impress the judges – particularly Australian photographer Jez Smith -so much that she only ranked 5th towards the end.
Monika’s photo which was seen as blah by the judges
KB of HK submitted the worst photo and was eliminated
Here’s the teaser for Episode 9:
Tonight's Episode 8 of Asia's Next Top Model S3 will be all about hair, styles and trends.
The seven (7) remaining girls of AsNTM S3
Monika in her winning photo for the Subaru Challenge
2nd placer Barbara of Japan was also taken in by Subaru as Car Ambassadress
It all snowballed from there with everything coming to a head when – after an ice-breaking confrontation on the dining table – Monika wanted to iron things out with Gani. But instead of talking things out, the latter exploded (with the ‘F’ word making a quick audio cameo once again) and flee the scene when the former attempted to make amends.
I’m pretty sure the controversy between the two will continue, camps will arise and the expected animosity between the two will be milked for all its worth. So better make sure that you watch tonight’s episode! Not just to await another Monika win (if any), but also to await the next chapter of her “fight” with Gani. 😉
In the meantime, watch the Episode 8 teaser below.
courtesy of AsNTM
Only eight (8) remain in competition for Asia’s Next Top Model S3 (left to right): Monika, Amanda, Gani, Aimee, Melissa, Tahlia, Barbara and KB
Episode 6 of Asia’s Next Top Model Season 3 started to show signs of some good old reality TV drama finally creeping in. For starters, Monika of the Philippines got her confidence rattled after her best friend Franchesca was booted from the show. And then there is Barbara of Japan who is being hounded by a barrage of comments about her outdated poses and giving rise to her bout with age crisis. Best of all, Tahlia of Indonesia broke the ice of intrigue. After winning the styling challenge, she got an extra five (5) minutes of photoshoot time which was effectively chopped off from another competitor of her choice. Monika was her target and our bet was stressed even more. And this is just the tip of the iceberg, I reckon.
The styling challenge with Megh Mistry of Zalora
Now about that intrigue in the models’ house, something is definitely brewing between Monika and the Indonesians. Tahlia keeps on saying that she chose the former to get the ‘minus-five-minutes’ handicap for reasons of being threatened by her strong performance for two consecutive weeks. But in the dying minutes of the episode, she explained that she doesn’t click well with the Filipina, hence, the decision to “target” her.
And if the post-show sneak peek of this week’s installment is any indication, Monika is shown to be at odds with Gani. The former was seen saying “…but you lied to me!” and the latter blurting out a remark which went like “…you know what? you’re just a fake!”
Here’s the official teaser (with the Monika/Gani tiff edited out):
Oooohhh. I am loving it! 😉
Watch the whole thing unravel tonight (plus an exciting Subaru challenge) at 8:45PM on Star World.
Jodilly and Natalie from Season 2 take the lead in the Subaru Challenge
P.S. Just in case you missed last week’s episode, here’s the LINK.
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