Thirty-six remarkable ladies representing their barangays showcased confidence, beauty, and wit at the annual Mutya ng Taguig pageant Saturday, May 17. Supported by Taguig City’s local government and spearheaded by Mayor Lani Cayetano, this celebration of wisdom and grace provided a platform for the city’s women to amplify their advocacies through pre-events highlighting talents and creative advocacy videos.
A night of glamour and grace
The coronation night dazzled as candidates graced the stage in stunning swimwear. Special awards were presented:
- Best in Talent: Aleckxis Maryannza Chuidian (Fort Bonifacio)
- Best in Photogenic: Jewel Joy Lopena (Bagumbayan)
- Miss Congeniality: Yasmira Buleg (New Lower Bicutan)
- Most Creative Advocacy Video: Maricar Bautista (Bambang)
- Darling of the Press: Maria Kisha Anne Bustillo (Ususan)
Competition highlights
The Top 15 advanced from Bambang, Fort Bonifacio, Ususan, Bagumbayan, North Signal, Katuparan, South Cembo, Upper Bicutan, Hagonoy, Post Proper Northside, Rizal, Tanyag, Tuktukan, East Rembo, and Central Bicutan.
Yumiq Jam Melad (Barangay Rizal) won Best in Swimwear as the competition narrowed to Top 10. In elegant evening gowns, Kisha Enaje (Barangay Hagonoy) claimed Best in Evening Gown, accompanied by a serenade from The Bar Codes.
The final showdown
The Top 5 finalists from Hagonoy, Fort Bonifacio, Katuparan, Rizal, and Tanyag faced the Q&A portion with judges Christi McGarry, Ian Mendajar, Patrick Ramirez, Chantal Schmidt, and Gidget Dela Cuesta.
When Judge Chantal Schmidt asked Barangay Hagonoy’s candidate, “As a beauty queen, you are often asked what sacrifices you have made for the crown. My question is, what are you not willing to compromise for the title?” Her response sealed victory: “To be a beauty queen requires many sacrifices. As a future nurse, I’ve balanced my studies and pageantry. But the one thing I will never compromise is love – my passion for my advocacy. I fight for child [cause], and if wearing this crown doesn’t help me serve my purpose, I won’t accept it. A true beauty queen isn’t just about glamour; it’s about using our voice, wit, and heart to inspire others and uplift our nation. Thank you!”
And the winner is…
Krisha Enaje of Barangay Hagonoy was crowned Mutya ng Taguig 2025, with runners-up: 1st Runner-Up Fort Bonifacio, 2nd Runner-Up Katuparan, 3rd Runner-Up Rizal, and 4th Runner-Up Tanyag.
The night celebrated beauty, intelligence, purpose, and Taguig’s inspiring women.
