MUPH 2025: Chelsea Fernandez, Winwyn Marquez, Ahtisa Manalo claim spots in Top 12

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Frontrunners Chelsea Fernandez, Ahtisa Manalo, Yllana Marie Aduana, and Winwyn Marquez are keeping their momentum in check as they secured the coveted spots in the Top 12 of the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) 2025 coronation show at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena on Friday, May 2.

The candidates who made it to the next round of the competition are:

Chelsea Fernandez of Sultan Kudarat (PINA showcase winner)

Bianca Ysabella Ylanan of Quirino (PINA showcase winner)

Amanda Russo of Pasay

Ma. Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province

Gwendoline Meliz Soriano of Baguio

Ma. Katrina Llegado of Taguig

Eloisa Jauod of Laguna

Teresita Ssen Marquez of Muntinlupa

Tyra Goldman of Bohol

Gabriella Mai Carballo of Cebu City

Juliana Fresado of Iligan City

Yllana Marie Aduana of Siniloan, Laguna

Before the Top 12 announcement, the delegates exuded confidence as they walked the runway in their brightly colored floral-patterned dresses while their respective advocacies were read aloud.

For the swimsuit portion, James Reid serenaded the crowd with “Love The Chase” as the ladies commanded the runway with regal confidence, flaunting their toned figures in sleek lavender two-piece swimwear.

At the end of the coronation night, Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo will pass the crown to her successor.