BALANGA CITY, Bataan – This component city on Monday midnight crowned the fairest and most talented from among 13 lovely ladies in the closing of the yearly “Mutya ng Balanga 2016” pageant held at the Plaza Mayor de Balanga.
Candidate No. 9 Rolyn Christina R. Tungol was crowned “Mutya ng Balanga 2016”. .
The candidates coming from different barangays in the city were in stunning costumes as they joined a production number and introduced themselves to the big audience. In swimsuits and later in long gowns, they presented themselves on the beautifully-adorned stage.
It was not only a night of fashion display but of songs and dances. Physical appearance was not the only trait judged; but the following segment was a test of wit for the mostly teenaged girls.
Other winners were Veronica Joy S. Nisay (1st Runner Up), Mary Joyce R. Dela Rosa (2nd Place), Maerylle V. Fabia (3rd Runner Up), and Kristine Joy Ricarpo (4th Place).
Completing the candidates were Jessieleane Mangayao, Manolette Oriel, Glydel Capilitan, Kemberlyn Umali, Kaycel Pineda, Jenah Joy Buenavnetura, Lizvette Calma, and Maria Angelica Valentos.