Body Talk with the Mutya Queen

Like the current Crush Ng Bayan Alden Richards of the surprise kalyeserye hit Aldub of Eat, Bulaga! Juan For All, All For One segment, newly-crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas Asia-Pacific Leren Mae Bautista is from Laguna.

“I am a promdi (from the province),” Alden told The STAR, “and I’m proud of it.”

And so is Leren.

Asked during the contest’s crucial final Q&A what tourist destination fitted her personality, Leren was confident.

“Laguna. Because in my province, I learned the value of being responsible…responsible for myself, responsible for my family and responsible in a way that benefits others as well.”

Leren is one of three children, the only girl and the youngest. She finished elementary grades at the Maquiling School Incorporated, high school at Trace College and college at the Colegio de San Juan de Letran Calamba. An Aquarian (Jan. 28, 1993), she stands 5’9”, weighs 128 lbs. and measures 36-26-36.5.

“Being a beauty queen was not really my childhood dream,” confessed Leren. “But when I started joining pageants when I was in third year college, I realized that I loved the challenge. Na-enjoy ko na.”

She looks up to Misses Universe Philippines Venus Raj and Ara Arida (also from Laguna), and Miss World Megan Young as role models.

“Their pageant journey was so inspiring. They never stopped believing and I really admire them for that.”

How did you prepare for the Mutya pageant?

“I prepared my mind and body because I know that it would be very stressful and tiring mentally and physically. I underwent intensive training, from proper walking and proper posture, and how to answer during the Q&A. I believe that my hard work paid off.”

What’s your regular diet?

“I eat anything in moderation.”

Snacks?

“Chocolate, chips and fruits.”

What vitamins do you take?

“Only vitamin C.”

What about workout?

“I do Zumba; I work out at home.”

Any part that you think still needs improvement?

“Hmmmm, so far none.”

What part of your body is most vulnerable?

“Can’t think of any.” 

And what part of your body is your favorite?

“My eyes.”

What’s the first thing that you notice in a guy’s body?

“The arms.”

What else in a guy turns you on?

“His aura of mystery.”

And what turns you off?

“Pa-cool guys.”

How much sleep do you get per night?

“Eight hours, normally. Four to six hours during the pageant.”

Favorite sleepwear?

“Pajama.”

Do you snore?

“No.”

Do you talk in your sleep?

“No.”

Do you sleepwalk?

“No.”

How many pillows do you sleep with?

“Three to four.”

Last thing that you do before you go to sleep?

“Pray.”

First thing that you do as soon as you wake up?

“Check my phone.” 

How do you cope with stress?

“Sometimes, I eat my comfort food. I try to look at the bright side of life, of everything.”

What kind of music do you like?

“Classical music.”

Favorite hideaway?

“My best friend’s house and my favorite restaurant in Los Baños.”

How’s your love life (may boyfriend)?

“There’s someone who inspires me.”

What’s your philosophy in life?

“I always do my best in everything that I do because there might be no more second chance.”

Three men that you think have nice bodies?

“Derek Ramsay, Daniel Matsunaga and Enrique Gil.”

And three women that you think have bodies as nice as yours?

“Anne Curtis, Megan Young and Marian Rivera.”

Using only body language, how would you make a guy know that you admire him?

“By smiling at him.”

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