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The first season of Drag Den was officially announced by Project 8 and CS Studios on July 1, 2021. Manila Luzon headlines as the show's host.[1]
Casting for the season began on August 15, 2021[2], and closed on September 1, 2021.[3] On September 16, 2021, the show announced that public voting would be held to allow a queen from a shortlist of auditionees to become an official contestant of the show through "Call Beks", which ran from September 17, 2021 to September 23, 2021.[4]
On November 17, 2022, it was announced on the show's official Twitter page that it would air on Prime Video Philippines starting December 8, 2022.[5] Furthermore, Filipino TikTok star Sassa Gurl was revealed be the show's Drag Runner, while Miss Grand International 2016 1st Runner-up Nicole Cordoves was revealed to be the show's Drag Dealer, with Manila Luzon being named the Drag Lord.
The cast was officially announced on November 17, 2022.[5] Cast promos were revealed one-by-one from November 18, 2022 to November 25, 2022.
The winner of the season was Naia, who was crowned as the first Filipino Drag Supreme. Meanwhile, Shewarma was the runner-up.
About the Show[]
"Ang chika gusto n’yo raw ng drag cartel? We heard you, and we’re making sure na DRAGDAGULAN to!! The first ever drag reality show in the country is finally here! With one of the biggest and most stunning drag bosses, Manila Luzon![6]Handa na ba kayong makipag-Dragdagulan?[5]"
Format[]
Themewear Drag Test[]
The Themewear Drag Test involves walking the runway in front of the judges and explaining what their looks are inspired by, with each episode's theme being assigned beforehand by Manila Luzon.
Main Drag Showdown[]
The Main Drag Showdown may be a themed runway or challenge which comes with numerous twists that would allow queens to show their runway looks and/or their talents in the challenge.
Dragdagulan Showdown[]
The Dragdagulan Showdown for Season 1 involves dancing and performing between two (or sometimes three) opponents while needing to avoid a huge spiked wrecking ball that the chosen queens may throw around to their opponent. If the winner of the Main Drag Showdown emerges victorious in the Dragdagulan Showdown, they win a competitive advantage; otherwise, this perk goes to their opponent.
Contestants[]
(Stage names, ages and locations stated from during time of contest)
Rank | Contestant | Photo | Age | Location | Ep. 1 | Ep. 2 | Ep. 3 | Ep. 4 | Ep. 5 | Ep. 6 | Ep. 7 | Ep. 8 |
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Runway | Stand Up |
Runway | Girl Groups |
Runway | Runway | Special | Finale | |||||
1st (Winner) |
Naia | 26[7] | Las Piñas, Metro Manila[7] |
SAFE | HIGH D.S. Loss |
HIGH | SAFE | HIGH | HIGH + TOP 3 |
RUN | WINNER | |
2nd (Runner-Up) |
Shewarma | 22[8] | Pateros, Metro Manila[8] |
WIN D.S. Loss |
SAFE | HIGH | HIGH | SAFE | HIGH + TOP 3 |
RUN | RUNNER UP | |
3rd | Maria Cristina | 28[9] | Malolos, Bulacan[9] |
SAFE | WIN D.S. Win |
WIN D.S. Loss |
HIGH | SAFE | TOP 3 | RUN | ELIM | |
4th | Barbie-Q | 35[10] | Quezon City, Metro Manila[10] |
SAFE | SAFE | WIN D.S. Win |
SAFE | SAFE | WIN + ELIM |
GUEST | GUEST | |
5th | Lady Gagita | 29[11] | Davao City, Davao del Sur[11] |
HIGH | SAFE | SAFE | WIN D.S. Win |
SAFE | ELIM | GUEST | GUEST | |
6th | Aries Night | 24[12] | Antipolo, Rizal[12] |
SAFE D.S. Win |
HIGH | SAFE | SAFE D.S. Loss |
WIN D.S. Loss |
WIN + ELIM |
GUEST | GUEST | |
7th | O-A (Call Beks Phase) |
24[13] | Parañaque, Metro Manila[13] |
HIGH | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | WIN D.S. Win |
ELIM | GUEST | GUEST | |
8th | Pura Luka Vega | 32[14] | Manila, Metro Manila[14] |
SAFE | SAFE | HIGH | SAFE | HIGH D.S. Loss |
ELIM | GUEST | GUEST |
- █ The contestant won Drag Den.
- █ The contestant was a runner-up.
- █ The contestant was eliminated in the finale.
- █ The contestant was announced as a finalist.
- █ The contestant was one of the best, but did not win the Main Drag Showdown, and was announced as a finalist.
- █ The contestant was still in the running, but didn't compete in the episode.
- █ The contestant won the Main Drag Showdown and the Dragdagulan Showdown.
- █ The contestant won the Main Drag Showdown but lost the Dragdagulan Showdown.
- █ The contestant did not win the Main Drag Showdown, but was selected for the Dragdagulan Showdown and won.
- █ The contestant did not win the Main Drag Showdown, but was selected for the Dragdagulan Showdown and lost.
- █ The contestant was one of the best, did not win the Main Drag Showdown, was selected for the Dragdagulan Showdown and lost.
- █ The contestant was selected by the judges as one of the best, but did not win the Main Drag Showdown and did not get selected for the Dragdagulan Showdown.
- █ The contestant won the Main Drag Showdown, but failed to accumulate enough total points to become a finalist and was eliminated.
- █ The contestant failed to accumulate enough total points to become a finalist and was eliminated.
- █ The contestant appeared as a guest, but was out of the running.
Rounds Ranking[]
Contestant | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | BR | 7 | Total | Average |
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Naia | 8th | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 3rd | 3rd | TOP 3 | Winner | UD | UD |
Shewarma | 1st | 7th | 4th | 2nd | 7th | 4th | TOP 3 | Runner-Up | UD | UD |
Maria Cristina | 4th | 1st | 1st | 3rd | 8th | 7th | TOP 3 | 3rd Place | UD | UD |
Barbie-Q | 7th | 6th | 1st | 6th | 5th | 1st | 4th | 90.2 | 12.89 | |
Lady Gagita | 2nd | 5th | 6th | 1st | 6th | 6th | 5th | 90.14 | 12.88 | |
Aries Night | 6th | 3rd | 8th | 8th | 1st | 1st | 6th | 87.53 | 12.5 | |
O-A | 3rd | 8th | 7th | 7th | 1st | 5th | 7th | 87.43 | 12.49 | |
Pura Luka Vega | 5th | 4th | 4th | 5th | 4th | 8th | 8th | 87.2 | 12.46 |
Episodes[]
Series # | Episode # | Title | Airdate |
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1 | 1 | Drag Raid | December 8, 2022 |
2 | 2 | Drag Trippin' | December 15, 2022 |
3 | 3 | Dangerous Drags | December 22, 2022 |
4 | 4 | High on Drags | December 29, 2022 |
5 | 5 | Drag Mafia | January 5, 2023 |
6 | 6 | Drag is Political | January 12, 2023 |
7 | 7 | BONUS: #DragOutSpecial | January 19, 2023 |
8 | 8 | Drag Encounter | January 26, 2023 |
Episode 1: "Drag Raid"[]
Airdate: December 8, 2022
Synopsis: The den is finally open! The “Drag Lord” Manila Luzon, together with her “Drag Dealer” Nicole Cordoves, and “Drag Runner” Sassa Gurl, welcome the eight aspiring queens as they embark on an eight-week dragventurous competition showcasing their wit, talent and beauty to become the first Pinoy drag supreme.
- Drag Enforcer: Catriona Gray
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by national symbols of the Philippines, whether recognized by law or seen in the Philippine society.
- Main Drag Showdown: Showcase outfits inspired by festivals celebrated throughout the Philippines.
- Main Drag Showdown Winner: Shewarma
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Shewarma vs. Aries Night
- Dragdagulan Showdown Winner: Aries Night
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy National Symbols | |
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Aries Night | Golly the Dog | National Dog |
Barbie-Q | Sampaguita Rock | National Flower |
Lady Gagita | Pharma Lee | National Head Band |
Maria Cristina | Perlas Yarn | National Gem |
Naia | Wham Pipti | National Sport |
O-A | TT Modax | National House |
Pura Luka Vega | Arlington Paz | National Outfit of the Dead |
Shewarma | Cara Bow | National Animal |
Main Drag Showdown Inspirations
Contestant | Philippine National Costume |
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Aries Night | Bambanti Festival |
Barbie-Q | Balayong Festival |
Lady Gagita | Sinulog Festival |
Maria Cristina | Aguila Festival |
Naia | Carabao Festival |
O-A | Wattah Wattah Festival |
Pura Luka Vega | Masskara Festival |
Shewarma | Higantes Festival |
Episode 2: "Drag Trippin'"[]
Airdate: December 15, 2022
Synopsis: Happiness fills the halls of Drag Den as all eight queens continue their journey to rise to the top without fear of being eliminated. Since everyone is in a good mood, the Drag Lord wants to find out if the queens can manifest their joy into a riotous night of laughter and cheers. Will they manage to tickle the funny bones of Manila, Nicole, and the guest “Drag Enforcer”, comedian K Brosas?
- Drag Enforcer: K Brosas
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by music videos of or the overall message of a Filipino song.
- Main Drag Showdown: In pairs, prepare a comedy sketch inspired by Philippine politics.
- Main Drag Showdown Winner: Maria Cristina
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Maria Cristina vs. Naia
- Dragdagulan Showdown Winner: Maria Cristina
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy Novelty Songs | |
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Aries Night | "Beep Beep Beep Ang Sabi ng Jeep" | by Willie Revillame |
Barbie-Q | "Igiling-Giling" | by Willie Revillame |
Lady Gagita | "Chuva Choo Choo" | by Jolina Magdangal |
Maria Cristina | "Si Filemon" | by Yoyoy Villame |
Naia | "'Di Ko Kayang Tanggapin" | by April Boy Regino |
O-A | "Annie Batungbakal" | by Hotdog |
Pura Luka Vega | "Talikodgenic Man Ako" | by Herlene "Sexy Hipon" Budol |
Shewarma | "Kikay" | by Viva Hot Babes |
Main Drag Showdown
Pairs | |
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Aries Night | Shewarma |
Barbie-Q | Lady Gagita |
Maria Cristina | Naia |
O-A | Pura Luka Vega |
Episode 3: "Dangerous Drags"[]
Airdate: December 22, 2022
Synopsis: Tensions start to rise as the queens enter their third week of the competition. A past unsettled issue between Lady Gagita and O-A resurfaced that forced some queens to take sides. Sassa Gurl, on the other hand, has another sinister plot in mind to test how the queens are really treating each other. Are they truly sisters or saboteurs?
- Drag Enforcer: Eula Valdez
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by notable antagonists of Philippine telenovela shows.
- Main Drag Showdown: Showcase outfits inspired by evil and/or mythical creatures from Filipino urban legends and folklore.
- Main Drag Showdown Winners: Barbie-Q and Maria Cristina
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Barbie-Q vs. Maria Cristina
- Dragdagulan Showdown Winner: Barbie-Q
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy Kontrabida | |
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Aries Night | Rubi Rubi | main character of the series Rubi |
Barbie-Q | Daniella Mungdragon | a pun on Daniela Mondragon, a character from the show Kadenang Ginto |
Lady Gagita | Lavinia Copycat | a pun on Lavinia Arguelles, a character from the show Bituing Walang Ningning |
Maria Cristina | Valentina Moran | based around the snake goddess from Darna |
Naia | Georgia Ferrero | a pun on Georgia Ferrer, Jerome Fuentabella's mistress from the show Ika-6 na Utos |
O-A | Bb. Vivora | based around a serpent loyal to Valentina in Darna |
Pura Luka Vega | Soraya Montenegro | based around the main antagonist from the Filipino remake of the Mexican telenovela María la del Barrio |
Shewarma | Mx. Minchin | based around Ms. Minchin from the movie Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa |
Main Drag Showdown Inspirations
Contestant | Aswangang Bayan |
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Aries Night | White Lady |
Barbie-Q | Kapre |
Lady Gagita | Manananggal |
Maria Cristina | Minokawa |
Naia | Sigbin |
O-A | Tikbalang |
Pura Luka Vega | Mangkukulam |
Shewarma | Siyokoy |
Episode 4: "High on Drags"[]
Airdate: December 29, 2022
Synopsis: The den becomes a world of fantasy with fairy tale characters and superheroes! But before the queens transform into another persona, an unexpected confrontation breaks out.
- Drag Enforcer: KZ Tandingan
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by characters from fantasy telenovela shows in the Philippines.
- Main Drag Showdown: Write and perform an original verse to the song "May Kapa".
- Main Drag Showdown Winner: Lady Gagita
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Lady Gagita vs. Aries Night
- Dragdagulan Showdown Winner: Lady Gagita
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy Fantasy Characters | |
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Aries Night | Agua Bendita | based around the Filipino TV show Agua Bendita |
Barbie-Q | Marinar | a pun on the titular character of the show Marina |
Lady Gagita | Pang'he Pirena | a pun on Sang'gre Pirena, one of the four main characters from the show Encantadia |
Maria Cristina | Ravenal | based around one of the characters from the film Magic Temple |
Naia | Dyesebel Rama | a pun based around Dyesebel, a mermaid comic book character |
O-A | Kampanerang Kupal | a pun on Kampanerang Kuba, the titular character from the show Kampanerang Kuba |
Pura Luka Vega | Sarimanoka | based around the Sarimanok, a legendary bird from Philippine mythology |
Shewarma | Blusang Jitim | a pun on a Filipino TV show titled Blusang Itim |
Main Drag Showdown Inspirations
Groups | Musikalye: Chupaheroes | |
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The Sopranotes | Aries Night | Goldibaks |
Maria Cristina | Lunas | |
O-A | Cammiesha the Chameleon | |
Shewarma | Baklava | |
The Jutyfrees | Barbie-Q | Cybora |
Lady Gagita | Marvelous Marites | |
Naia | Ultra Ulala | |
Pura Luka Vega | Filipinars |
Episode 5: "Drag Mafia"[]
Airdate: January 5, 2023
Synopsis: Filipinos are rich in traditions and this is almost manifested in various holidays spread across the calendar. And tonight, the queens put a unique twist and glam on these important or official events of the year on their themewear showcase.
- Drag Enforcer: Francis Libiran
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by holidays celebrated throughout the Philippines.
- Main Drag Showdown: Showcase outfits that the contestants wish to wear at their weddings.
- Main Drag Showdown Winners: Aries Night and O-A
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Aries Night vs. O-A vs. Pura Luka Vega
- Dragdagulan Showdown Winner: O-A
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy Holidays | |
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Aries Night | Sonana What's My Name | a pun on Rihanna's song What's My Name?, albeit based around the State of the Nation Address given by Philippine presidents |
Barbie-Q | Ara Mina-Mano Po | a pun on Ara Mina, albeit based around Chinese New Year |
Lady Gagita | Undas Spot | All Saints' Day |
Maria Cristina | Bayanijuan | Labor Day |
Naia | Lusis Torres | a pun on Lucy Torres-Gomez, albeit based around New Year |
O-A | Miss Valentine S. Day | Valentine's Day |
Pura Luka Vega | Starla | named after the Filipino TV show Starla, albeit based around Christmas |
Shewarma | Lil Pro Chik@szxxx | Simbang Gabi |
Main Drag Showdown Inspirations
Contestant | Kasalang Bayan |
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Aries Night | Divine Intervention |
Barbie-Q | Bridgette |
Lady Gagita | Doble Kara |
Maria Cristina | Metamorphosis |
Naia | The Red Wedding |
O-A | Bride Collection |
Pura Luka Vega | Luka's Bleeding Love |
Shewarma | Lola Tessy |
Episode 6: "Drag is Political"[]
Airdate: January 12, 2023
Synopsis: Drag is not just all about fun, glamor and beauty, and the queens must realize their power to deliver messages that truly matter. In this episode, their voices are amplified with their visual interpretation of their respective advocacies – from bullying to AIDS awareness, and as a Woman of Power highlighted with an extemporaneous speech.
- Drag Enforcers: Antoinette Jadaone and Mela Habijan
- Themewear Drag Test: Showcase outfits inspired by injustices and social issues that the contestants wish to protest for or against.
- Main Drag Showdown: Showcase outfits reminiscent of women in the contestants' lives that made an important impact to them.
- Main Drag Showdown Winner: Aries Night and Barbie-Q
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Lip sync to the song mentioned below to gain additional points.
- Lip Sync Song: "Sinner" by Kio Priest feat. Paulo Castro
- Eliminated: Aries Night, Barbie-Q, Lady Gagita, O-A, and Pura Luka Vega
Themewear Drag Test Inspirations
Contestant | Pinoy Protest Fashion | |
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Aries Night | Gising | protests about inequality in the Philippines based on the painting Spoliarium by Juan Luna |
Barbie-Q | Jennifer Louder | a pun on Jennifer Laude, and protests about protecting transgender people in the Philippines and their rights |
Lady Gagita | Cancel Cancel Culture | protests about the negativity surrounding targets of cancel culture |
Maria Cristina | U = U | protests about educating Filipinos that undetectable PLHIV cannot transmit the virus to others |
Naia | The Rebel Woman | protests about corruption among government officials in the Philippines |
O-A | U Kay? | a pun on the term ukay-ukay, and protests about violations done to laborers with the rise of fast fashion |
Pura Luka Vega | Gun Violence | protests about rampant police brutality in the Philippines |
Shewarma | Stop Killing Farmers | protests about unfair treatment of and massacring farmers in the Philippines |
Main Drag Showdown Inspirations
Contestant | Women of Power |
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Aries Night | Textile Memory |
Barbie-Q | Filipina Transdyosa |
Lady Gagita | Confidently Powerful with a Heart |
Maria Cristina | Women of Color |
Naia | Corruption |
O-A | Go Gina |
Pura Luka Vega | Mother Nature |
Shewarma | Barda! |
Top Three of Season 1
Contestant | Main Drag Showdown Wins |
Dragdagulan Showdown Wins |
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2 (Eps. 2, 3) |
1 (Ep. 2) | |
0 | 0 | |
1 (Ep. 1) |
0 |
Episode 7: "BONUS: #DragOutSpecial"[]
Airdate: January 19, 2023
Synopsis: The competition takes a break before the much-awaited finale. This special episode showcases some never-before-seen footage during the competition and takes us back to how the series began, and what made it important in the Philippine drag scene. Finally, we get to know more about the struggles and triumphs of the Top 3 queens who will compete in the final showdown of wit, talent and beauty.
Episode 8: "Drag Encounter"[]
Airdate: January 26, 2023
Synopsis: The rise of the supreme is not a walk in the park, especially when you're wearing a pair of 10-inch heels! Our three remaining queens must outshine each other in the final drag showdown of National Costume, Dragdagulan in Swimwear, Long Gown, and of course, the Question and Answer. Finally, special legendary guests grace the stage of Drag Den to witness and crown the first Pinoy Drag Supreme.
- Drag Cartel Recruits: Aries Night, Barbie-Q, Lady Gagita, O-A, and Pura Luka Vega
- Special Guests: Mama Bobby, Mama Letlet, and Mama Pie
- Dragdagulan Showdown: Lip sync to the song mentioned below while wearing swimwear.
- Lip Sync Song: "Kilometro" by Sarah Geronimo
- Eliminated: Maria Cristina
- Winner of Season 1: Naia
- Runner-up: Shewarma
National Costume Inspirations
Contestant | National Costume |
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Maria Cristina | Karagatan |
Naia | Myrna |
Shewarma | Bumba |
Swimwear Inspirations
Contestant | Swimwear |
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Maria Cristina | Kalangitan |
Naia | Elnora |
Shewarma | Fireball |
Long Gown Inspirations
Contestant | Long Gown |
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Maria Cristina | Kalupaan |
Naia | Aura |
Shewarma | Phoenix Rise |
Trivia[]
- Season 1 of Drag Den was the show's first season...
- to cast a bearded contestant, Pura Luka Vega.
- to have a contestant be directly cast after winning a public vote, O-A.
- to cast queens from the Luzon and Mindanao islands.
- to feature a non-elimination format until before its semi-final.
- to simultaneously eliminate winners of a Main Drag Showdown in an episode, Aries Night and Barbie-Q.
- to crown a winner who has not won a Main Drag Showdown and a Dragdagulan Showdown, Naia.
- Season 1 of Drag Den is the first drag competition to have four official show promos (White and Gold, Manila by Night, Black and Gold, and Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara).
Gallery[]
Check out the lookbook gallery to see the contestants' looks from each episode.
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Check out the video gallery to see challenge performances, runways, lip syncs, and more!
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References[]
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Drag Den Season 1
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Winner | Naia |
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Runners-Up | 2nd: Shewarma • 3rd: Maria Cristina |
Other Contestants | 4th: Barbie-Q • 5th: Lady Gagita • 6th: Aries Night • 7th: O-A • 8th: Pura Luka Vega |
Judges | Manila Luzon • Nicole Cordoves |
Coaches | Sassa Gurl |
Models | Abed Green • Eli Padilla |