BingoPlus, the country’s most comprehensive digital entertainment platform, crowned the queens at the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night on May 2 at Mall of Asia Arena.
As lead presenter,BingoPlus showcased their support through logo placements, an interactive booth, red carpet photo wall, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of contestants during commercial breaks.
BingoPlus President Mr. Jasper Vicencio joined the judging panel that selected 24 semifinalists from 66 candidates.
Bulacan won the BingoPlus fan-vote, with Mr. Eusebio H. Tanco, DigiPlus Interactive Corp. Chairman, presenting the award to Franchezca Mae Pacheco.
The top 24 modeled Albert Andrada’s swimwear collection while James Reid performed. Later, the top 12 showcased evening gowns accompanied by singer-songwriter Marlo Mortel.
The final six representatives from Sultan Kudarat, Siniloan Laguna, Muntinlupa, Taguig, Cebu City, and Quezon Province advanced to the Q&A segment, demonstrating beauty, confidence, and passion for their advocacies.
After Chelsea Manalo, Miss Universe Philippines 2024 and Miss Universe Asia, completed her farewell walk in a lavender gown, Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province was crowned the new Miss Universe Philippines.
In a post-win interview with BingoPlus, Manalo expressed: “This dream took 17 years in the making. Sometimes, it’s not about the length of it, it’s not about how many times you fall, it’s about how many times you stand up. Thank you so much for the support. I really felt the love and support in the arena. And I hope you continue to support me as I represent the Philippines in Thailand this coming November.”
Pacheco, named Miss BingoPlus Universe 2025, shared: “To my BingoPlus family, and to my family and my friends, who helped me to get a spot in the Top 25, I’m very grateful for all of you. Because I couldn’t have reached this place without all of you. Thank you so much and let’s continue to support BingoPlus.”
Manalo will represent the Philippines at the global pageant in Thailand this November with BingoPlus and millions of Filipinos supporting her journey.
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines through leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, known for interactive gaming and sports entertainment experiences. DigiPlus also operates GameZone, with more developments coming. For information: www.digiplus.com.ph.
