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Lance Joseph Martinez

<p>What began as a chance encounter during a Manny Pacquiao fight in Las Vegas unexpectedly turned into a real-life fairytale, one that would eventually lead to the altar.</p><p>Few could have imagined that amid the roaring crowd and flashing lights of a boxing match, a love story destined for forever would quietly take root. And, this is exactly how the whirlwind romance of <strong>Janela Joy Cuaton</strong> and <strong>Daryll Canlas</strong> began.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768559369695JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-21.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768559399113JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-22.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">In an exclusive interview with <strong>Metro.Style</strong>, Janela looked back on that unforgettable first meeting and admitted that sparks flew instantly. “I can honestly say it was love at first sight! It started with physical attraction and quickly turned into love,” she shared.</p><p>From a high-energy fight night in Las Vegas to a deeply personal and luxurious wedding, Janela and Daryll’s love story reached its happily ever after when they officially tied the knot on December 29, 2025.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567656383JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-5.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567677623JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-8.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768559520006JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-4-2.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768559549227JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-13.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>A wedding rooted in identity and intention<br/></strong></div><p>When it came to planning their big day, the couple knew from the very beginning that they wanted their wedding to be a reflection of who they truly are—both individually and as partners. Rather than simply following trends, Janela and Daryll took the time to assess their shared tastes, lifestyle, and values.</p><p>They envisioned something modern, timeless, and unique, but more importantly, something authentic. This led them to finalize their concept as a destination wedding, one that seamlessly blended their love for travel, design, and meaningful experiences. The result of the meticulous and intentional planning? One of the most beautiful weddings we&#x27;ve seen recently—fit for royalty! </p><p>To bring everything full circle, the couple also made sure to incorporate elements that paid homage to where their love story first began.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567534064JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-16.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567745622JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-15.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567476803JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-17.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Recreating the moment they first met</strong></div><p>One of the most striking aspects of their wedding was how intentionally it echoed their beginnings. Janela revealed that their décor was inspired by Hakkasan Las Vegas, the iconic venue known for its dramatic hanging lights, where they first met.</p><p>“We also love to travel and took inspiration from our favorite cities we visited together, such as Miami, Dubai, Paris, New York, Los Angeles, Manila, Tokyo, Hong Kong, to name a few,” she told <strong>Metro.Style</strong>.</p><p>She added, “We really wanted it to reflect who we are as a couple, our standard and the life we are building together!”</p><p>While the wedding was deeply personal, Janela also credited their stylist, <strong>Randy Lazaro</strong>, for elevating their vision even further. According to her, he added his own creative flair that made the entire setup feel more romantic and perfectly suited for the occasion.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567787205JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-20.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768567849464JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-19.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>A venue that already felt like home</strong></div><p>Choosing the right venue was an easy decision for the couple. Without hesitation, Janela and Daryll selected <strong>Shangri-La at The Fort</strong>, a place that already held sentimental value for them.</p><p>For the couple, the luxury hotel had long been their go-to whenever they were in the Philippines, making it feel like a second home. In many ways, it was already one of the most special places in the country for them.</p><p>Janela shared, “The food is amazing, and the service is just incredible. Daryll and I travelled to multiple countries and cities, but we eventually chose Manila since it will give our families a reason to come and visit the Philippines and make new memories there.”</p><p>Their decision carried even deeper meaning, as the wedding became a rare and emotional homecoming for Daryll’s family, who hadn’t been back in Manila for 30 to 40 years after relocating abroad. To make their families’ visit even more memorable, the couple organized a welcome dinner at <strong>Manila Private House</strong> a couple of days before the wedding and an<strong> Intramuros tour </strong>the day after the wedding.</p><p>With a bride like Janela—who is no stranger to fashion and the spotlight—it was only fitting that her wedding looks would be nothing short of spectacular. A former beauty queen, Janela previously competed in<strong> Miss Universe Philippines 2021,</strong> where she placed in the Top 10 while representing Albay.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768568026225JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-25.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768568053562JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-23-6.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">For her bridal gown, there was no second-guessing. Janela entrusted her most important look to world-renowned Filipino designer <strong>Michael Cinco</strong>.</p><p>Having lived in Qatar for nearly a decade, Janela had long admired Cinco’s work and dreamed of wearing one of his creations. “I’m truly grateful to wear him on my most special day. As for the inspiration, I’ve always been inspired by Kate Middleton’s gown, but I wanted something more modern and sultry to match my personality,” Janela revealed.</p><p>She then made a decision that all her wedding looks would be crafted exclusively by Filipino designers, a tribute to their talent and artistry.</p><p>Janela’s fashion journey throughout the wedding festivities became a showcase of Filipino creativity. For her first welcome dinner look at Manila Private House, she wore a piece by <strong>Celso Collado Dahil</strong>, whom she described fondly: “He was the very first designer to ever believe in me from Doha, Qatar.”</p><p>Her second welcome dinner outfit was designed by <strong>Mark Bumgarner</strong>, inspired by the iconic red dress from <em>Pretty Woman</em>, “one of our favorite movies to watch,” she said.</p><p>For the wedding night itself, Janela dazzled in a mid-reception dress by<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTIK70hkYDF/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Bonita Penaranda</strong></a>, followed by an after-party look by <strong>Patty Ang</strong>, ensuring every moment had its own distinct fashion statement.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768568173206JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-15-6.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Janela in her Michael Cinco wedding gown</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768568381282JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-18.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>Looking back, Janela shared that the biggest lesson she learned was that there is no single “right” way to have a wedding. What truly matters is that it reflects the couple’s shared vision.</p><p>She emphasized that while traditional weddings are undeniably beautiful, couples shouldn’t be afraid to step beyond convention if it doesn’t align with their story.</p><p>“Have a clear vision of what you want and make sure to communicate with your core team to avoid mistakes. Lastly, have fun! The moment you walk on the aisle, let go and be present. You’ll never be able to get that moment back. Own up to your own light and moment,” she advised.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQ8U8WYkSzb/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A12305476.899999999%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>What made Janela and Daryll’s wedding even more unforgettable was how unapologetically fun and expressive it was. Beyond the emotional and romantic ceremony, the reception turned into a full-blown celebration.</p><p>“We also did a fun dance to &#x27;Chanel&#x27; by Tyla and &#x27;Suit and Tie&#x27; by Justin Timberlake. We also had Dine with Medusa dancers, multiple custom outfit changes, Jollibee, champagne towers, disco balls, and two 9-foot-tall robots come and join the after party,” Janela concluded.</p><p>From Las Vegas to Manila, from a boxing match to a magical “I do,” Janela and Daryll’s love story proves that the most unexpected beginnings can lead to the most unforgettable adventures.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768569567883JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-24.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768569622843JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-26.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768569672842JS-Daryll&amp;Janela-Teasers-27.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Janela and Daryll&#x27;s dream wedding team: </strong></div><p><strong></strong>Photographer: Jaja Samaniego</p><p>Videography: Bob Nicolas</p><p>Makeup: Carell Garcia</p><p>Hair: Arci Barcenas</p><p>Gown: Michael Cinco</p><p>Coordinator: SMA Weddings and Beyond</p><p>Stylist: Geof Lagria Styling</p><p>Reception Stylist: Randy Lazaro</p><div><br/></div><p><strong></strong><strong></strong>Photos by <strong>Jaja Samaniego</strong></p>

<p>Janela Cuaton and Daryll Canlas' wedding was fit-for-royalty grand yet unapologetically fun at the same time. </p>

Janela Cuaton and Daryll Canlas' wedding was fit-for-royalty grand yet unapologetically fun at the same time.

A Look Back on One of the Most Beautiful Weddings of 2025: Janela Cuaton and Daryll Canlas' Big Day

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A Look Back on One of the Most Beautiful Weddings of 2025: Janela Cuaton and Daryll Canlas' Big Day

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