Drag Race Philippines is diving into a whole new world as it introduced the 12 queens competing for the crown in its fourth season.
Taking inspiration from the underwater world, the queens were introduced as different creatures of marine biodiversity, each bringing their own drag style, story and personality to the competition.
“From the Center of Marine Bayot (Queer) Diversity, a new school of Pinoy drag excellence will swim and slay. And in these waters, only the fiercest creatures survive,” the show teased in its season 4 announcement.
Returning as host is Paolo “Mama Pao” Ballesteros, who will once again guide the queens through the competition.
Here are the 12 queens ready to make waves this season:
Bhorj Gum
Known as the “Alien SuperStar Fruit of Bacolod City,” Bhorj Gum is ready to show a different side of alternative drag.
“I’m here to dominate,” Bhorj said. “The landscape of drag in Bacolod City is thriving and trying to grow. Pang-international kami, ‘day. Hindi lang pang-national. Everything ‘nal’ we can do it.”
With inspirations including Sasha Colby, Sasha Velour, and Crystal Methyd, Bhorj hopes to bring a style that is uniquely their own to the competition.
Bhorj added, “My difference to other alternative drag queens from past seasons is that I’m heavy… I am a different side of monster… Sa competition, magrerely ako sa creativity, pagiging camp, pagiging pretty and pagiging monster ko.”
Andy Crocker
Andy Crocker enters the competition as the “Queen of Pop Culture and Nostalgia” from North Caloocan, bringing years of experience in the drag scene.
“Akin na yung crown na iyan. Mine na ‘yan… Medyo matagal tagal na rin ako rito sa drag industry,” she said.
Andy also opened up about joining the competition as an adopted child and wanting to prove that people can still thrive despite difficult beginnings.
“I wanna see myself thriving… I’m doing this for myself as an adopted child kasi kaya natin ito kahit hindi tayo lumaki sa pamilya natin na hindi man tayo minahal, we can still thrive,” Andy expressed. “This season is chaotic, unique, ubiquitous, pervasive and amazing.”
Bombalicious Eklaver
Representing both Angeles City and Washington, D.C., Bombalicious Eklaver returns to the Philippines ready to pursue a dream of her own.
“I think the universe, all the stars aligning and my what is being called to come back to the Philippines to reconnect. I’m very seasoned, professional. I’ll show you every angle I can do,” Bombalicious said.
“What motivates me to be in the competition is for myself. I already helped and pursued a dream for my family but this time I’m choosing myself because this is the dream for me.”
Ghulli Ghush
For Ghulli Ghush of Cavite City, drag is an art form that she has been preparing for long before entering the competition. A former PA, Ghulli said she spent years learning from her drag mothers and is now ready to showcase everything she has learned.
“Hindi pa ako drag queen, inaral ko na ito lahat. I was taking notes so ngayon ipapakita ko na sa inyo lahat iyon, yung mga napagaralan ko sa mga drag mothers ko,” she stated. “Ang dinala ko rito sa competition na ito ay puso ko kasi galing iyon sa The Royalties na binuo namin from the heart… Ang makikita niyo rito ay super fun epro more drama.”
Katana
Dubbed the “Kanto Mama,” Katana is ready to bring her swagger from Santiago City, Isabela to the national stage.
“You can describe Katana’s drag in three words - maangas, masarap, and wow, wow, wow. This season I will be the queen of swag,” she said.
While she jokingly introduced herself as the “angel sa gilid,” Katana teased that viewers should expect plenty of attitude and a savage side once the competition begins.
“Mageexpect kayo ng whole lot of attitudes, full-time savage na ang bumangga matatagasan.”
Dixxxy Decoy
Dixxxy Decoy is bringing a “pop star fantasy” from Davao City to the competition.
“It’s an honor to represent Davao City… The drag scene in Davao is so diverse… I was honed and raised by the community in Boulevard. Simula noong season 1, umangat ang community namin and thankful ako to be part of that.”
Manza
Manza is ready to show viewers why she considers herself the “Queen of the Air” from Davao De Oro.
“I will be the Queen of the Air because lilipad tayo, hindi lang pangarap but tagumpay… My talent is kakaiba. No one can step up, keep up or even dare to imitate what I can do. Ako lang ang nag-iisa.”
Beyond her own dreams, Manza said she is competing for aspiring artists, her family and her home province.
“Ang laban na ito ay di lang para sa akin. This is also for the aspiring artists, my family, and my province… abnagan niyo ako at marami akong ipapasabog katulad ng mga kasama ko, pasasabugin ko sila”
Maureen Biology
Maureen Biology is finally entering the competitionrepresenting Baguio City.
“Tapos na ang paglilista niyo sa akin sa mga rumor rumor na iyan,” she laughingly said. “I am the epitome of Filipino drag excellence because you can dive into the depths of me, in all of this glory, in this fashion, and all of this talent.”
Calling herself the “Queen of Underwater,” Maureen is ready to showcase her fashion, talent, and the strength of provincial queens.
“Expect looks from Maureen Biology and expect some biodiversity… It’s high time for the probinsyana queens to win.”
Merckz
Merckz of Antipolo City is bringing her experience in the ballroom and choreography to the competition.
“I'm a very multifaceted queen. I represent the ballroom community. I represent the trans community. I represent the people behind the scenes. I've done so much work in the shadows. And now, I believe, is the time for me to have that spotlight,” she expressed.
Misua
The “Oriental Fashion Doll” Misua is ready to serve her own brand of Filipino-Chinese drag. A hands-on creative, Misua creates her own looks from her hair and outfits to her nails.
“As a creative, I enjoy the process. I do my own looks, from the hair to my outfit and my nails. That’s on talent, outfit and skills… I’ll bring the ‘misua’ flavor. I am the main dish. I’ll give you anything you want: the drama, fashion and beauty. I am drag caboodle,” she stated.
“Coming into the competition and showing what you can do is heartwarming… It’s time for a regional Chinay queen to win.”
Taylor Sheesh
Known for her viral impersonation of global pop superstar Taylor Swift, Taylor Sheesh is entering the competition to show viewers there is more to her than her famous persona.
“I joined para makilala yung on the other side ni Taylor Sheesh. Marami akong ibibring sa inyo na glamor but always stupid and camp. Just like my outfit, full of flounces,” she said. “Maeexpect niyo sa akin this season ay ibang Taylor Sheesh, parang final boss niya.”
Valeria Kurihara
Representing O Bar, “Trans Fairy Girl” Valeria Kurihara is bringing her fantasy-inspired drag to the competition.
“I am the next Drag Queen superstar dahil kailangan na rin talaga ng Obar ng susunod na manalo para makuha ulit ang korona,” she said.
Drag Race Philippines Season 4 follows the success of its previous installments, which crowned Precious Paula Nicole, Captivating Katkat, and Maxie Andreison. The franchise also produced Slaysian Royale, where Brigiding emerged as the winner.
New episodes stream every Friday on WOW Presents Plus worldwide.