The candidates of Mr World 2019 had a fun and emotional time at Tuloy Foundation where they had an audience with Founder Fr. Rockie Evangelista who served as an inspiration for all the guys who now look up to him as a role model to follow in their respective countries. Ms Julia Morley of MWO plus Miss World 2018 Vanessa Ponce de León and Miss World 2016 Stephanie del Valle joined in the activity as well.
Below are more photos from the event.
My Final Top 15 for Mister International 2015 (Art layout by Jerome Aquino Caducoy)
The Top 15 layout above shows the guys who have gotten my thumbs up for the first cut of Mister International 2015. It very clearly shows the five guys who are in the lead as per my personal analysis. And they are (in this order): Daniel Barreres of Spain, Pedro Mendes of Switzerland, Fernando Alvarez of Puerto Rico, Andrea Luceri of Italy and Reniel Villareal of the Philippines.
As for the Ten (10) others, I have made a salad mix of candidates very likely to do well with advantages being given to Anderson Tomazini of Brazil, Freds Rivera of the Dominican Republic, Rafael Angelucci of Venezuela, Chris Nayna of Australia, Jakub Kraus of Czech Republic, Cas Winters of the Netherlands, Nan Li of China, Halley Laithangbam of India, Kenny Austin of Indonesia and Alejandro Ruiz of Mexico.
Now if I were a judge, I would very quickly pencil in my winner and four runners-up the way I presented them above. But in any pageant, there are other factors – some unbloggable – that could alter the final outcome. It cannot be denied that lobbying is a natural occurence. Why else would National Directors from other countries fly to the host country a few days before the finals.
Of course, one cannot totally rely on the strength of such influences. If the hollers come from different directions, then predicting the final tally is open to a variety of combinations. So let me add one major spoiler of a delegate who could prove to be a game changer in the end.
In My Top 5, the first three places are non-negotiable. So I would safely place Spain, Switzerland and Puerto Rico in the magic circle. That leaves the 4th and 5th qualifiers open to changes. And Italy or the Philippines could be sacrificed in favor of one come-from-behind performer. While the host delegate would definitely gain the advantage normally, my gut feel is that he will get the axe. Sadly, that is. Also, Italy is likely to slip away. And who are the likely beneficiaries of their spots? Nan Li of China and Rafael Angelucci of Venezuela.
Here now is my Final Top 5, in alphabetical order of countries represented.
My Top 5 are China, Puerto Rico, Spain, Switzerland and Venezuela (Photo credit: Raymond Saldaña)
Bottomline: If either China or Venezuela becomes the successor of Neil Perez, I wouldn’t fall off my high swivel chair anymore. I still would go for Spain. But it could be a losing battle due to freshly-seen developments. This Top 5 could soon be a reality, though. If all things fall in the ‘right’ places, that is. 😉
Before my Final Predictions this coming Sunday, allow me to share the ten guys on my short-list for Mister International 2015 (Layout by Jerome Aquino Caducoy/Photos by Joy Arguil)
And so, from among the thirty-six official competitors, the ones occupying my ten-highest positions for now are:
1) Daniel Barreres of Spain
2) Pedro Mendes of Switzerland
3) Fernando Alvarez of Puerto Rico
4) Andrea Luceri of Italy
5) Freds Rivera of the Dominican Republic
6) Reniel Villareal of the Philippines
7) Chris Nayna of Australia
8) Jakub Kraus of the Czech Republic
9) Rafael Angelucci of Venezuela
10) Anderson Tomazini of Brazil
The likelihood of a final shuffle is still imminent. I am taking my sweet time in analyzing the more intangible factors that could affect the actual rankings of the judges. Attitude and personality are very crucial swing parameters to push someone up or down or plain middling. And in pageants, regardless of looks and hype, it will serve my predictions well to choose someone who can potentially work and reign in harmony with the Mister International Organization of Alan Sim.
Let’s see who really has all the ingredients to become the successor of Mister International 2014 Neil Perez. 😉
Above is another layout of my hot picks for Mister International 2015 made by the talented Jerome Aquino Caducoy
Puerto Rico, Spain, Switzerland, Italy, Czech Republic and the Philippines lead the way in my opinion (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)
My Top 12 for Mister International 2015 after the Press Preview are (in this order):
1) Fernando Alvarez of Puerto Rico
2) Daniel Barreres of Spain
3) Pedro Mendez of Switzerland
4) Andrea Luceri of Italy
5) Jakub Kraus of Czech Republic
6) Reniel Villareal of the Philippines
7) Chris Nayna of Australia
8) Anderson Tomazini of Brazil
9) Rafael Angelucci of Venezuela
10) Cas Winters of the Netherlands
11) Freds Rivera of the Dominican Republic and
12) Halley Laithangbam of India
It’s looking more and more like Puerto Rico might be on the right track for a four-in-a-row this year as Fernando Alvarez occupies my top spot of favorites for Mister International 2015. He is a definite headturner who can grab everyone’s attention all the time. And it works in this Latino’s favor that he is also a good-natured guy who can please people in an effortless way.
Of course, I cannot ignore the other contenders who can give the Puerto Rican a run for his money. Spain’s Daniel Barreres and Switzerland’s Pedro Mendez are running very close to the pole position, just as Andrea Luceri of Italy, Jakub Kraus of Czech Republic and the Philippines’ Reniel Villareal cannot be counted out. These guys also have what it takes to be considered as potential winners come November 30.
Australia, Brazil, Venezuela, Netherlands, Dominican Republic and India make up my second half of standouts (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)
These twelve (12) delegates are making this year’s roster more exciting overall. Let’s see how far each one of them can take their respective bids in the coming days ahead. 😉
Photo credit: Joy Arguil
The Official Candidates of Mister International 2015 with Mister International 2014 Neil Perez, Mister International Organization Head Alan Sim and PEPPs President Carlo Morris Galang (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)
Cameras clicked nonstop as the contenders paraded in their casual wear and swimming trunks, much to the delight of everyone present. And this early, favorites are setting the bar higher than before.
I surveyed some media colleagues and the names that constantly cropped up are Fernando Alvarez of Puerto Rico, Daniel Barreres of Spain, Jakub Kraus of the Czech Republic and Pedro Mendez of Switzerland. But clearly, being host delegate has a clear advantage for Pagbilao native Reniel Villareal who was applauded during his turns. And he clearly delivered amidst the sea of the best specimens of male beauty in this year’s edition. Other picks include Rafael Angelucci of Venezuela, Cas Winters of the Netherlands, Chris Nanna of Australia and Freds Rivera of the Dominican Republic.
By now, all the delegates are on their way to Ilocos Norte for their provincial run. The National Costume Competition will be held in Laoag, and this will be an important part of the pre-pageant activities.
Let’s see who can topple the prime choices at the moment. 😉
Despite the presence of so many other gorgeous hunks, Mister Philippines Reniel Villareal did not lag behind. In fact, he was one of the most applauded during the Press Preview (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)
Mister Czech Republic Jakub Kraus showing his book of Filipino words and phrases
Last night, I had a brief chat with Mister International Czech Republic 2015 Jakub Kraus. One of the questions I asked was how much he is looking forward to his trip to the Philippines for Mister International 2015. And this was his reply:
“I’m super excited! 🙂 I’m just going through the Philippines guide and trying to learn some words and phrases :-)”
And then he sent me a photo (see above) of him showing the book about the Filipino language that he is studying at the moment. The guy is serious. He really wants to make a good first impression to the locals. And so, I suggested to him the more important phrases he needs to master for now.
By the time he departs Prague for Manila, I’m sure he can already say “Kumusta Ka?”, “Salamat po” and “Mahal ko kayong lahat” more confidently. And he might have also added a few more on his own.
Let’s see how this hunk will create an initial impact come middle of the month. 😉
Host delegate Reniel Villareal (topmost, right) will start welcoming the Mister International candidates come mid-November
Pre-arrival favorite Jakub Kraus of the Czech Republic
This early, some pre-arrival favorites have started popping up strong. Yes, it is still premature to short-list names who are expected to shine all throughout. But then again, the likes of Jakub Kraus of the Czech Republic, Anderson Tomazini of Brazil, Cas Winters of the Netherlands, Fernando Alvarez of Puerto Rico and Rafael Amgelucci are gradually gaining a lot of ground ahead of the rest. And surely, you cannot discount Mister Philippines Reniel Villareal who is also shaping up to become a major contender.
Above is a photo grid of more of the Mister International delegates who will arrive next month.
Mister International Czech Republic 2015 Jakub Kraus
Jakub during his win in Prague
This hunk of a businessman from Liberec – who stands at 1.84m – is privileged to be handed his national win by Mister International 2014 himself, Neil Perez. And when he arrives in our shores for the competition, I bet he will feel at home right away.
In the video below, you won’t understand a word that Jakub talks about (it’s all in the Czech language), but you will get to see the way he speaks and the vibe he emits while doing so. This was taken just a little over a month ago.
courtesy of Home Credit Arena
Will this Czech hunk be the next potential Mister International?
Let’s see how far he will step up his moves and if he can checkmate the title as well. 😉
Neil was treated like a King in Prague
Neil during the finals of Mister International Czech Republic 2015
Neil waking up in Prague
I’ll talk to you again soon, Neil! 😉
And Neil made sure that he was the perfect guest
courtesy of David Turek
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