PIPOL’s Face of the Year Batch 1 Adult Nominees Announced
PIPOL ngZn and Village Pipol Magazine officially announce the first batch of adult nominees, aged 20 to 55, for PIPOL “Face of the Year.” This new VP Choice Awards category celebrates the country’s most beautiful faces through the eyes of PIPOL.
The award honors personalities who radiate beauty with grace, elegance, originality, and confidence. Moreover, it highlights male and female figures whose appeal extends far beyond physical looks, inspiring admiration and respect.
The selection process combines the editorial team’s thorough deliberation and the public’s ongoing nominations, ensuring both expert judgment and audience participation. Learn more about the nomination process here.
Meet the Batch 1 Adult Nominees
Male Nominees:
Donny Pangilinan
Emilio Daez
Rabin Angeles
Will Ashley
Brent Manalo
Gelo Rivera
Allen Ansay
Lance Carr
Mark Ian
Xai Smith

Female Nominees:
Belle Mariano
Reign Parani
Angela Muji
Bianca De Vera
Mika Salamanca
Anji Salvacion
Chanty Videla
Aubrey Caraan
Vivoree
Queenee Mercado

Beauty remains subjective and diverse, yet PIPOL’s preferences and votes will decide the Top 5 who advance to the Final 20.
Voting Begins
Starting August 15, online voting for Batch 1 Adult nominees will run on the VP Choice Awards App until September 10, 2025. The Top 5 from this round will move to the Final 20, joining the winners from future batches.
The Final 20 will receive invitations to the 7th VP Choice Awards, while the final voting round starts on January 14, 2026.
Download the VP Choice Awards App
Download the VP Choice Awards App on Google Play or the App Store. Choicely, trusted by Miss Universe, the Grammys, and Eurovision, ensures credibility and secure voting.
Learn more about the voting mechanics here. Continue nominating your favorites, and watch for the second batch of nominees on September 12, 2025. This search celebrates individuals whose beauty, charisma, and inspiration shine far beyond appearances.













