MANILA, Philippines — After several screening rounds, the Miss World Philippines organization finally came with 45 aspirants who will comprise this year's batch of official candidates. "From over a thousand applicants, the field was narrowed to 300, which was further cut to 75, and finally to the 45 official candidates. "The Miss World Philippines pageant will be different this year. Early favorites and standouts include singer Emanuelle Vera, Dindi Pajares, Miss Millennial winner Shaira Rebortera, Tracy Maureen Perez and former Miss Manila Kathleen Paton. — Photos by Charvin Valdez Torne via Miss World Philippines

Source: Philippine Star May 21, 2021 07:18 UTC