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Global Bachelor Philippines: A Revitalized Search for the next Mister Philippines

Posted by Norman on December 3, 2017
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This 2018, be one of the Purpose-Driven Men for Global Bachelor Philippines. Yes, this sounds like a new national male pageant. But no, it is the revitalized search for the next Mister Philippines.

After the untimely demise of its founder Dr. Joseph Pallera more than a month ago, this is the result of the meeting of minds behind GBP Organization, the new Dream Team that will take over.

Are you ready to take part in a groundbreaking search for the Iconic Filipino Bachelor set to conquer the Globe? See if you fit in.

Here are the qualifications:
Open to all Bachelors with full/half Filipino lineage, aged 18-30 years, at least 5’8” in height, of good moral character and expressive in both English and Filipino. Most importantly, we cannot stress enough that he should have never been married.

Interested applicants can visit the FB page where you can send a message of intent to join.

#GlobalBachelorPhilippines
#PurposeDrivenMen
#GBPOrganization

Mister Global 2017 Live Webcast

Posted by Norman on May 20, 2017
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Tonight in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the 4th Edition of Mister Global will have its finals where our representative – Mister Philippines James Alfred Ventura (left photo) – is hoping to do the country proud with his performance.

The show will start at 8:00PM (ICT) and below is the Youtube link to the live webcast. Should it not work for any reason, click HERE or visit the Facebook page of the male pageant where a similar live feed can be watched.

courtesy of Mister Global

Sunday Specials: A Sendoff for Mister Global Philippines 2017

Posted by Norman on May 7, 2017
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James Alfred Ventura during his sendoff to Mister Global 2017

James with his family members

Earlier in the evening, James Alfred Ventura was given his formal sendoff to Mister Global 2017 to be hosted in Chiang Mai, Thailand from May 10-20. He will fly to the Land of Smiles this coming Wednesday.

During the sendoff hosted by Sarah Asido (Binibini14 of the recently concluded Bb. Pilipinas 2017), he presented himself in swimwear and formal wear after exhibiting his dancing skills for the talent segment where he will dance a energetic version of the “Maglalatik“.

Family members, media partners and his team of handlers and supporters graces the occasion to give our bet all the warm wishes and motivation he needs to give his 100% in the big competition up ahead.

James with Binibini14 of Bb. Pilipinas 2017 Sarah Asido who hosted the sendoff

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James in his swimwear

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From all of us here at normannorman.com, we wish you the most successful stint in Mister Global 2017. Do the Philippines proud and always keep your focus on the main objective. 🙂

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Easter Sunday Exclusive: Q&A with your Mister Philippines Global 2017 James Alfred Ventura

Posted by Norman on April 16, 2017
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Proudly from Bulacan, James Alfred Ventura will represent the country in next month’s Mister Global 2017

Prior to the Press Presentation of Mister Philippines 2017 late last month, James Alfred Ventura was looked at as just one of those cute wannabes seeking fame in the nationals of the male competition. But when he finally presented himself to members of the media, this 6’1″ native of Marilao, Bulacan suddenly rose to the top of the charts and easily became one of the early favorites. He possesses the proverbial “tall, dark and handsome” appeal that can be fully appreciated in person. His smile is both charming and magnetic. What’s more, his personality is so down-to-earth that anyone will find it easy to fall for his charms.

It was no longer a big surprise then when this 19 year-old was named Mister Philippines Global 2017.


I immediately scheduled a Q&A with James because his international competition – Mister Global 2016 in Chiang Mai, Thailand – next month is nearing very fast. Here goes:

1) You were a strong favorite to win right from the Press Presentation of Mister Philippines. What was running inside your head when you finally won the highest title last April 7?

When I finally won the title, it was really an unexplainable feeling to be honest. True, Tito Norman, my confidence was at its peak during the finals because of all the positive feedbacks and predictions, but I didn’t want to lose my focus. I started joining pageants way back in High School and I haven’t imagined myself yet competing in national pageants like this. So it all came like a flashback from my first experience up to the very moment when I was declared the winner. It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever felt.

2) What for you is the best thing about the Mister Philippines experience and what is your most memorable moment in the week-long competition?

The best thing about Mister Philippines is that I gained new friends – make that brothers – from different places in our country. From Luzon to Mindanao, I have learned other cultures, what is popular in other places and even native dialects that my co-Bachelors shared with me. You have to agree that one of my most memorable moments in MP was the time when we prepared and fried bullfrogs which is a native delicacy in Pampanga. It was my first time to eat an exotic dish. I hesitated at first but it was actually good and I would love to try it again (Alam mo yan tito Norman hahaha!)


3) How are you preparing for the Mister Global 2017 competition in Chiang Mai, Thailand this coming May?

Actually, I have only less than a month to prepare for Mister Global. It is a big demand on my part and the adjustments can be mind-boggling to say the least. Just imagine, Tito Norman, from national pageant to an international pageant! It will surely be a tough competition and I want to be as physically and mentally prepared as possible. I am doing rigid workouts in the gym several times a week and I am also trying to learn basic phrases in different languages – especially Thai as the host city will be Chiang Mai – so I would be able to engage in small conversations among my co-candidates. And you, Tito, you promised to help mentor me in Q&A!

4) Does it pressure you when Filipino pageant fans are expecting you to bring home the country’s first victory in Mister Global?

Yes, it is a big pressure for me because I can see a lot of Filipinos supporting me so I don’t want to disappoint them. I promise to do my best in representing our country in Mister Global. Hindi ko sasayangin ang pagtitiwalang binigay sa akin.

5) Any message to your supporters, fans and followers?

To all supporters and kababayans, thank you so much for your support in the upcoming Mister Global next month in Thailand. I hope you continue to follow me in our journey to bring home the crown to the Philippines. Maraming salamat po!

Good luck in Mister Global 2017, James!

Sunday Specials: Mister Philippines 2017 and the Celebration of Male Beauty

Posted by Norman on April 9, 2017
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The eight winners of Mister Philippines 2017 proudly raising the country’s flag in their hands (Photo by Onecho Gabinete)

Top finisher James Alfred Ventura of Bulacan who is now Mister Global Philippines 2017

Last Friday night, the exciting finals of Mister Philippines 2017 was successfully held at the Systems Plus College Foundation in Angeles City, Pampanga where eight (8) young men were proclaimed winners, as follows:


Mister Global Philippines 2017: James Alfred Ventura of Bulacan
Mister Universe Philippines 2017: Denver Hernandez of the Filipino Community of Italy
Mister Philippines Tourism 2017: Woody Andres, Jr. of Pangasinan
Mister Grand International Philippines 2017:
Joshua Reginald Banatin of Laguna
Mister Global Teen Philippines 2017:
Arjoy Elbanbuena of La Union
Mister Montage International 2017:
Ibahn Daryle Francisco of the Filipino Community of Dubai
The Sun (1st Runner-Up): Mark Anthony Beltran of San Antonio, Nueva Ecija
The Stars (2nd Runner-Up): Aljun Cayawan of Agusan del Sur

The finals was a seamless production in almost its entirety as each segment followed tried-and-tested presentations that added to the glorious finish of the annual event. Kudos to Director Larry Garcia for navigating the whole proceedings along with hosts Andrew Wolff and Gab Alfonso. The panel of judges included Designer Albert Andrada, La Provence owner Mehdi Moussaoui, Sash Factor Head Brix Vera and yours truly.

From this point now, preparations will soon start for the top two finishers for international representation as James Alfred Ventura of Bulacan and Denver Hernandez of FilComm Italy will hie off to Chiang Mai, Thailand and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for Mister Global 2017 and Men Universe Model 2017, respectively. Soon to follow will be Joshua Reginald Banatin and Arjoy Elbanbuena for Mister Grand International 2017 and Mister Global Teen 2017 which will be held come October in the Philippines and Bangkok.

During the post-victory photoshoot (l-r): Aljun, Arjoy, Denver, Woody, your blogger, James, Joshua, Ibahn and Mark


Congratulations to all the winners!

Mister Philippines 2017: They who are the likely Victors tonight

Posted by Norman on April 7, 2017
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The 23 Bachelors of Mister Philippines 2017


Whenever I cover a pageant and get the chance to know each of the candidates better, the task of coming up with final predictions can become both daunting and tricky. First of all, pageant watchers might think that – just because I spent days and nights with all of them – assigning titles to the probable winners is the easiest thing to do. On the contrary, I also come to realize that nobody is really perfect and that the eventual winners are very likely to engage in a see-saw battle with each other before the winners’ sashes are finally placed around the necks of the declared victors.

In this light, here are my Top 15 choices to move forward from the original roster of 23:

My Top 15 for Mister Philippines 2017


1) Denver Hernandez – FilComm Italy
2) James Alfred Ventura – Bulacan
3) Joshua Reginald Banatin – Laguna
4) Virgilio Llego – Cebu
5) Aljun Cayawan – Agusan del Sur
6) Mark Anthony Beltran – San Antonio, Nueva Ecija
7) Zyrus Mores – San Pablo, Laguna
8) Lester Ventura – General Trias, Cavite
9) Justine Ysrael Peña – Rizal
10) David Joshua Soledad – Floridablanca, Pampanga
11) Eris Jan Godoy – Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
12) Ken Haron Ampang – Cotabato
13) Arjoy Elbenbuena – La Union
14) Richard Flores – Candelaria, Quezon
15) Woody Andres Jr – Pangasinan

My Top 8 and how I assigned titles to them


Truly, it is difficult to finalize how the chips will fall once the announcement of winners is made tonight. But my personal choices need to be made. And my judgement has narrowed down to the following and how I rank them accordingly.

Here are my choices for the titles at stake:

Mister Global Philippines 2017:
James Alfred Ventura – Bulacan

Mister Philippines Tourism 2017:
Aljun Cayawan – Agusan del Sur

Mister Universe Philippines 2017:
Denver Hernandez – Fil-Comm Italy

Mister Grand International Philippines 2017:
Joshua Reginald Banatin – Laguna

Mister Global Teen Philippines 2017:
Zyrus Mores – San Pablo, Laguna

Mister Montage International 2017:
Woody Andres Jr. – Pangasinan

The Sun (1st RU):
Virgilio Llego – Cebu
The Stars (2nd RU):
Mark Anthony Beltran – San Antonio, Nueva Ecija