MANILA, Philippines - Twenty-five gorgeous men and women competed for the title of Heatwave 2012. Eric Gatdula of Mandaluyong City and Sofia Rodriguez of Bacoor, Cavite emerged as grand winners in a showdown held last May 24 at the Starmall Las Piñas’ Event Hub.
First runners-up were Niccolo Aguilar of Marikina City and Jensine Morzo of Subic, Zambales, while Ian Almazan of Malolos City, Bulacan and Andrea del Rio of Antipolo City received the second runner-up honors.
Special awardees were Ian and Louise Morales (Best in Sleep Wear); Aron Gueco and Jensine Morzo (Best in Sports Wear); Ian and Nadine Sarte (Best Physique); Eric Gatdula and Thonie Sabile (People’s Choice); and Brent Beltran and Lady Ann Erlano (Personality Award).
Heatwave: The Bikini Showdown 2012 is a flagship project of Starmall, in cooperation with Finds Department Store, Yto Gonzaga Couture, Ferdi Granil Couture, Finds Convenience Store, M-Plus Printgraphics, Ever Bilena, Black Water, Pink Water, Cuba Libre Bar & Restaurant, Fashion Exchange, Gluta White & Firm, Pregroe, Skintel, Derm Plus Sunblock, Security Bank, Merly’s Flower Shop and Beatbox Professional Lights & Sounds.