“We want a level of commitment from the candidates, apart from physical appearance,” says Tahiz Panus about the final selection of candidates for Miss Universe Ecuador

This Saturday morning, January 20, The last interviews were held with the candidates who became candidates for the Miss Universe Ecuador pageantin which a representative of Ecuador will be chosen who will carry the flag of our country in the next one Miss Universe.

Out of the total 202 registered at the beginning, selection committee talked this weekend with 40 registeredwaiting group reduce to at least 20, although there may be more.

The catwalk and private interview included presentation in Casual suit (tailored dress or suit, depending on the candidate’s wishes) and a bathing suit.

“If there are 15, there are 15. If there are 25, there are 25but mostly We want a level of commitment from the candidate, beyond the physical. We already see that there are beautiful women and they still come without advice; So we don’t evaluate that today, but The level of commitment is something we analyze“, commented Tahiz Panus, director of Miss Universe Ecuador.

He said, The questions that were asked were aimed at getting to know the candidatesaccording to what the candidates wrote in the application: “If someone tells us that they like to learn languages, let them have a little talk with us. If someone tells us about their origin, let them tell us why.. We are trying be very close in our questions not to be nervous.”

Because you are abroad, There were registrants who completed this final round via Zoombetween them Nadia Mejia.

“They have to connect. Besides how charming someone can be, you connect when you watch. Body language speaks for itself, there is not much to do; sometimes a man is silent…, you know what that man is like, in general. There are filters made for that and I really think we picked the 40 best“, he expressed.

What will happen after this casting finally? Once you select them, the team will give you personalized recommendations each to start working on a certain aspect. “And then set a date!”details are given by the enthusiastic director.

New and familiar faces

Corridors Courtyard by Marriott They lit up with the arrival of the candidatewho is that, In addition to their outfits, they also showed off their best smile and attitude.

In a private room, with a catwalk, screens and lighting, the committee was composed of Julian Pico, producer; Doctor Jussueth Moránaesthetic doctor; Paulina CastilloDirector of the Administration for Women of the Municipality of Guayaquil; Gisele Salvador, dermocosmiologist; Doctor Daniel Viteridentist; Wally Ruedageneral producer of CNB; Tahiz Panusdirector of CNB Ecuador, i Miguel Panusdeputy director of CNB Ecuador.

One of them was Karla Jiménez, 25 years old, cousin of former Miss Ecuador Connie Jiménez. “I am inspired to represent my beloved Ecuador in the world., because through this platform I will be able to realize many projects for citizens (…). I’m very alone thanks to the National Beauty Contest (CNB) for giving all Ecuadorian women the opportunity to be part of this competition.”

He said that too Her cousin gave her some secrets and tips for her participation., but are kept as family secrets. “Really, he’s an inspiration to me,” he said.

In case of Amar Pachecosubmitting to the Miss Universe Ecuador pageant is the fulfillment of a childhood dream you have imagined when he saw María Susana Rivadeneira parade in the Miss Universe 2004 pageantthe election where his mother is, Silvana Ibarrasinging. “I was 8 years old and I lived in Quito, and I thought she was a spectacular woman”He said.

Although She has already been crowned Miss World Ecuadorbelieves Pacheco Her personal development and experience gained in recent years make her an even better candidate.: “I am more responsible. It’s me more open to listening to advice to do my absolute best. “I’m not the same woman I was two years ago.”

Arianna MejiaThe 25-year-old also stepped out of the elevator ready to impress. “I have been dedicated to social work since 2014 and I feel it This is a platform to continue that task, but not because it is the most beautiful, the most beautiful; I already feel that way“. The factor that distinguishes him is, he assures, his personality.

Candidates from other provinces also arrived, such as Paula Chérrez, 23 years old, from Cañar. “I think beauty pageants are a great way to do a lot of good things and also show the world that Women are not only beautiful, but we also have a lot of potential.“, he commented for this newspaper. “Beauty contests They were always in my life. I followed Miss Ecuador since I was a little girlso it’s no surprise to my family that I’m already very close to running today.”

If she is not elected, she is convinced that no one should stop dreaming:If not today, it could be next year. One must always improve and strive to be the best version of oneself every day.“.

The decision is in the hands of the organizers.