MANILA, Philippines – The engines have started and the queens are fully tucked in for the biggest drag competition in the country! Drag Race Philippines aired its first-ever episode on August 17, 2022, and it has been one hell of a ride, to say the least.
Drag Race Philippines is the Filipino version of the famous reality competition show RuPaul’s Drag Race, which brought the world of drag out of the clubs and theaters and into global screens and stages. RuPaul’s Drag Race is produced and hosted by American drag queen RuPaul Charles, and it was first introduced in 2009. It now has 14 seasons and has various international franchises in the UK, Australia, Thailand, and more.
Drag Race Philippines follows the same mechanics as RuPaul’s Drag Race, but it adds a wildly and uniquely Filipino flavor to the franchise. These are seen in terms of performances, drag…
