Filipino model and pageant title holder Maku Espelita was crowned Mister Model of the Planet 2018 in Myanmar.
The reigning Mister Grand Model of the World Philippines 2018 competed against 8 finalists in the inaugural pageant of Mister Model of the World (MM of the World) held in September.
Espelita’s title is equivalent to 1st Runner up to the Mister Model of the World title holder.
The Laguna-based model was also awarded as among the Top 3 Best in National Costume of the MM of the World pageant.
His social media bio lists among Espelita’s pageant credits the ff:
- 2016 Boardwalk Model Search Grand Winner
- 2017 Mr. CBA Title
- 2017 Mr. University of Perpetual Help System Laguna Title
- 2018 Mr. Grand Model of the World
- 2018 Mr. Model of the Planet
Soon after bagging the new pageant title Maku Espelita opened a Facebook fan page and started a video blog on You Tube which featured his talent in musical performance and even video editing. Both social media accounts are titled King Maku TV.