Vlad Bunoan

Mister International 2025 Kirk Bondad of the Philippines

Article (news)

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758860482798555084932_1375133697309033_9108260424545649715_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner"> Mister International 2025 Kirk Bondad of the Philippines. <em>Mister International/Facebook</em></span></span></span>Kirk Bondad has successfully conquered the global pageant stage after winning the Mister International 2025 title in Thailand.</div><p>He is now the Philippines&#x27; second Mister International winner, after <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/2015/2/21/fresh-scoops/neil-perez-says-his-discipline-as-a-police-officer-22990">Neil Perez</a> in 2014.  </p><p>Bondad earlier called Mister International as his <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2025/9/12/kirk-bondad-flies-to-thailand-to-represent-ph-in-mister-international-2025-1340">&quot;last dance&quot;</a> -- in 2024, he competed in Mr. World in Vietnam, where he <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/events/2024/11/25/-this-didn-t-go-as-planned-kirk-bondad-opens-up-after-top-20-finish-in-mr-world-1227">placed in the Top 20</a>.</p><p>From the candidate introductions to the swimsuit and formal wear rounds, the Filipino-German model and fitness trainer made sure to impress on the Mister International stage. </p><p>Here&#x27;s a look:</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPBugrliRfp/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A39868.30000001192%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="511" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPB0WSZidUg/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A61222.69999998808%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="509" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPB4ZrMCUiz/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A91397.59999996424%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="509" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Bondad also delivered in the question and answer segments of the competition. In the first round, he was given the question: &quot;In an era of fake news and misinformation, why is critical thinking important for the survival of democracy?&quot;</p><p>He replied: &quot;I think that topic is a very timely matter because social media is acting as a double-edged sword -- it can divide, but it can also unite. And one thing, especially now [that is] very prevalent, that you can see everywhere is that fake news is spreading.&quot; </p><p>&quot;And I think critical thinking gives us the ability to see what truly matters. Because at the end of the day, every step counts. And if we can work together as humanity, we can progress in this world, and we can move forward to peace and progress.&quot;</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPB8wQ6CRc3/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A111687.80000001192%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="509" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>In the final Q&amp;A, Bondad was asked: &quot;If you win Mister International and you are invited to speak at the United Nations, what one social or political issue would you choose to highlight and why?&quot;</p><p>He opted to focus on children, saying &quot;we need to protect them and give them a chance.&quot;</p><p>&quot;Because today’s children will be tomorrow&#x27;s leaders. Because ultimately, I believe if we can collectively do the right decisions, even in small steps, we will do a big impact internationally,&quot; he added.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPB-k2qia6h/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A132446.5%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="511" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Shortly after his win, Bondad said he is &quot;one of the happiest people on earth right now,&quot; and his victory is even sweeter as his parents are there to celebrate with him. </p><p>He also thanked his team, as well as all of this supporters, for helping him win the Mister International 2025 title.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-10" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPCLweqAeiX/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A10%2C%22os%22%3A157440.30000001192%2C%22ls%22%3A39497.89999997616%2C%22le%22%3A39802.19999998808%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="880" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-10" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>&quot;Without you, this wouldn&#x27;t be possible. So thank you so much,&quot; he said.</p><p>&quot;The journey has just begun, and we will do so much more.&quot;</p>

<p>Kirk Bondad has successfully conquered the global pageant stage after winning the Mister International 2025 title in Thailand.</p>

Kirk Bondad has successfully conquered the global pageant stage after winning the Mister International 2025 title in Thailand.

RECAP: Kirk Bondad's winning performance in Mister International 2025

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Metro.Style

More

Traffic

Manila

Horoscope

Pageants and Beauty Queens

RECAP: Kirk Bondad's winning performance in Mister International 2025

ABS-CBN News

Published Sep 26, 2025 12:30 PM PHT

|

Updated Sep 30, 2025 08:02 AM PHT

Read More:

Kirk Bondad

Mister International

pageants

ABSnews

ABS-CBN is the leading media and entertainment company in the Philippines, offering quality content across TV, radio, digital, and film. Committed to public service and promoting Filipino values, ABS-CBN continues to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Corporate

Investors

Governance

International Distribution

Corporate

Governance

Investors

International Distribution

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.