Kirk Bondad Wins Mister International 2025 for the Philippines

Philippines’ Kirk Bondad captured the Mister International 2025 title at the global pageant finals staged in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 25, 2025. The Filipino-German model emerged as the new international ambassador after competing against 40 other candidates from around the world, earning the coveted crown that has spotlighted rising male models on the global stage for nearly two decades. Bondad’s victory marks a significant milestone for the Philippines, reaffirming the country’s strong presence in international pageantry and its ability to transfer national pride into a moment of global recognition.

Joining Bondad on the winner’s podium were a distinguished slate of runners-up and finalists from diverse regions, illustrating the pageant’s global reach. Lebanon’s Saadedine Hneineh secured the first runner-up position, while South Korea’s Seung-ho Choi earned the second runner-up spot. Nigeria’s Bethel Mbamara placed third runner-up, Costa Rica’s Roberto Mena took the fourth runner-up position, and Thailand’s Kanapol Treesongkiat completed the top five. The competition also highlighted a top 10+1 group, featuring competitors from Brazil, Canada, France, Mexico, and Vietnam, among others, underscoring the pageant’s international breadth.

The event’s broader lineup extended to a top 20, with contestants from Côte d’Ivoire, the Dominican Republic, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Japan, Myanmar, Spain, and Sri Lanka among those advancing, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultures and physiques that define Mister International. Each participant carried not only personal ambition but also the hopes of their home countries to showcase poise, talent, and character on a stage that reaches audiences worldwide.

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