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Gazini Ganados sizzles in inaugural MGI All Stars swimsuit event

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Dyan Castillejo

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/177927220115358f55078-5e61-437c-9686-a96f1fc2db12.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="Former Miss Universe Philippines Gazini Ganados during the MGI All Stars opening ceremony. GrandTV"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Former Miss Universe Philippines Gazini Ganados during the MGI All Stars opening ceremony. GrandTV</span></span></span></div><p>The first-ever edition of the Miss Grand International All Stars has officially kicked off in Bangkok, Thailand as 56 beauty queens from 38 countries gathered for the opening ceremony ahead of the much-awaited competition.</p><p>The pageant brings together &quot;elite contestants from various international platforms, including former titleholders, fan favorites, standout finalists, and remarkable women whose journeys have left a lasting impact on audiences worldwide,&quot; wrote the organization. </p><p>The candidates made a dazzling entrance in swimsuits and a cape before switching to sparkling ensembles as they were formally sashed by MGI founder Nawat Itsaragrisil. </p><p>The sashes showed their names and the flags of the countries they represent.</p><p>Adding to the excitement of the launch was the live unveiling of the competition crown, which featured a design adorned with stars to match the All Stars theme.</p><p>Miss Grand International 2024 CJ Opiaza led the opening program as host of the ceremony.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYhw9j-EusI/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A20790499.2%2C%22ls%22%3A1736627.3%2C%22le%22%3A1736863.7%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" 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><div><br/></div><p>Among the <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/pageants-beauty-queens/2026/5/20/look-ph-beauties-in-mgi-all-stars-opening-ceremony-1147">standout Filipina representatives</a> was Filipino-Palestinian and Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados, who turned heads in a glowing gold swimsuit paired with a silver couture piece decorated with star details.</p><p>Her catwalk drew cheers from the crowd as she exuded confidence, calm, and a stunning glow.</p><p>Fuschia Anne Ravena also made an appearance in a vibrant pink swimsuit during the festivities. Ravena, who made history in 2022 as Miss International Queen, has long been vocal about her journey as a transgender woman. She also serves as the national director of Miss International Queen Philippines.</p><p>Also representing the Philippines in the competition are Imelda Schweighart, Keylyn Trajano, and Alexia Nuñez.</p><p>Schweighart is a former Miss Philippines Earth titleholder and was previously among the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 candidates. She eventually left as a &quot;mutual professional decision&quot; with the organization. </p><p>Trajano, a Universal Woman Arabia 2025 titleholder and a proud Filipina transgender woman born in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, continues to advocate for representation and inclusivity through pageantry.</p><p>Meanwhile, Noble Queen of the Universe 2025 Alexia Nuñez, a Manila-based Brazilian beauty queen, also drew attention during the opening festivities.</p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYisCYxSsus/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A20819644.7%2C%22ls%22%3A1736627.3%2C%22le%22%3A1736863.7%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="511" 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><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Other international standouts included Miss Universe Latina 2025 Yamilex Hernandez of the Dominican Republic, Miss Universe Colombia 2025 Vanessa Pulgarin, and Miss Thailand World 2023 Tharina Botes.</p><p>Pulgarin was among the beauties who had the best body during her Miss Universe run.</p><p>The launch of the All Stars edition was first announced by the Miss Grand International organization in December last year, generating excitement among pageant fans worldwide.</p><p>The highly anticipated grand final is scheduled on May 30.</p>

<p>The first-ever edition of the Miss Grand International All Stars has officially kicked off in Bangkok, Thailand as 56 beauty queens from 38 countries gathered for the opening ceremony ahead of the much-awaited competition.</p>

The first-ever edition of the Miss Grand International All Stars has officially kicked off in Bangkok, Thailand as 56 beauty queens from 38 countries gathered for the opening ceremony ahead of the much-awaited competition.