GMA Gala 2025: Carla Abellana, Mika Salamanca, Charlie Fleming stun in Mak Tumang creations
Held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City, this year's gala saw the celebrated Filipino designer dressing three standout personalities, Carla Abellana, Mika Salamanca, and Charlie Fleming, each in custom pieces.
—MGP, GMA Integrated News
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