TRANSCRIPT: Winning answers at the Binibining Pilipinas 2025 Q&A

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(From left) Binibining Pilipinas 2025 second runner-up Kathleen Enid Espenido, Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2025 Annabelle McDonnell, Binibining Pilipinas International 2025 Katrina Anne Johnson, and Binibining Pilipinas 2025 first runner-up Dalia Varde Khattab. Image: Facebook/Binibining Pilipinas

The most grueling part of the Binibining Pilipinas 2025 tilt is the question-and-answer segment, which separates the winning queens from the finalists. Beyond the swimsuit and evening gown question, it is their wit that proves their worth as a potential representative on the international pageant stage.

One of the factors that led to the victory of Binibining Pilipinas International 2025 Katrina Johnson and Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2025 Annabelle McDonnell is their composure to take on the Q&A segment with ease. Joining them in the winners’ circle are Dhalia Varde Khattab and Kathleen Enid Espenido, who bagged the first and second runner-up titles, respectively.

Here are the Q&A segment that spelled victory for these ladies:

Katrina Anne Johnson, Binibining Pilipinas International 2025

Katrina Johnson during the evening gown competition. Image: Facebook/Binibining Pilipinas

Question: Lies told 1,000 times become the truth. What is your reaction to this statement now that fake news pollutes and corrupts our society more than ever?

Answer: Well, I think social media and the internet is such a blessing to all of us because it allows us to create a community online with people from all around the world. But yes, fake news is a rampant issue nowadays, and to be honest with you, I think the best way that we can combat that is to make sure that we’re educating people on how to discern information. We need to be aware, we need to regulate, and make our online communities a safe space for everyone. Thank you.

Annabelle McDonnell, Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2025

Annabelle McDonnell during the evening gown competition. Image: Facebook/Binibining Pilipinas

Question: A woman was seen emerging out of a drainage recently. If you can spend time with her, what insights or lessons do you wish to gain from the circumstances that led to her life condition?

Answer: Speaking as someone who experienced involuntary hunger and malnourishment at the age of 15, I say that I wish you never go hungry another night. I think that when you hit rock bottom, don’t despair and don’t use that as your identity, but rather, use rock bottom as your launchpad. And I have done exactly that. I have sold bread, I have sold ukay ukay clothes, and all the more rakets just to survive and support my family. You can do it, as long as you believe in the beauty of your dreams. Daghang salamat.

Dalia Varde Khattab, Binibining Pilipinas 2025 first runner-up

Dalia Varde Khattab during the evening gown competition. Image: Facebook/Binibining Pilipinas

Question: If you could design a winning outfit that represents your life story, how would it look and what elements would it include?

Answer: It would include the stories of everyone who has helped me along my journey. As an actress, a start-up businesswoman, and now a representation of each and every single one of you, I would hope that with your stories, I could bring to the Miss International stage. We could make a difference. And we could win our sixth Miss International crown.

Kathleen Enid Espenido, Binibining Pilipinas 2025 second runner-up

Kathleen Espenido during the evening gown competition. Image: Facebook/Binibining Pilipinas

Question: Many are scared that AI or artificial intelligence will soon take over jobs. Would you trust AI to judge a beauty pageant? Why or why not?

Answer: I wouldn’t trust AI to judge a beauty pageant. AI is a powerful tool, and its humanity that gives it purpose. I think that it should enhance our lives, and not destroy it. We should [use]  AI to be able to uplift and really give opportunities to people. But after all, this is my reminder to everyone that compassion, integrity, and human connections are more important. /edv