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The third season of Drag Race Philippines was officially announced by World of Wonder on October 17, 2023.[2] Casting opened on October 25, 2023, with a deadline of November 24 of the same year.[3]

The cast of Drag Race Philippines Season 3 was officially announced on July 11, 2024, exactly one year since the second season's cast reveal. The promo theme was Chi-Vogue[4], a play on the Filipino slang term tsibog and the fashion magazine brand Vogue.

The winner of the third season of Drag Race Philippines was Maxie, with Khianna placing as the runner-up. Versex was voted Miss Congeniality by their fellow castmates.

About the Show

Craving for more Drag Race Philippines? Following the resounding triumph of Seasons 1 and 2, the showcase of Filipino drag excellence returns for its highly anticipated third season! Get ready to witness 11 queens from the sickening islands sashay, strut, and serve an unparalleled blend of talent, glamour, and drama as they vie for the coveted title of the Philippines’ Next Drag Race Superstar! Brace yourself for a continued spectacle of elegance and extravagance, featuring fierce and new challenges, dazzling runways, and unrivaled talent that only Filipina queens can bring to the stage!

The winner of Drag Race Philippines will receive a 1 year supply of Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics and a cash prize of 1 million pesos! Mabuheeey![5]

The showcase of Filipino drag excellence returns for its highly anticipated third season!

Contestants

DRPH3Cast

(Biographical information 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 Ep. 9 Ep. 10
Advert Ball Girl
Groups
Improv Snatch
Game
Rusical Make
Over
Lip
Sync
Rumix Finale
1st
(Winner)
Maxie MaxieDRPH3MiniPromo 24 Manila,
Metro Manila
HIGH SAFE WIN WIN SAFE SAFE WIN
Mini
Chall.
Winner
SAFE
(Round
1)
HIGH WINNER
2nd
(Runner-Up)
Khianna KhiannaDRPH3MiniPromo 22 Cagayan
de Oro,
Misamis
Oriental
WIN
Mini
Chall.
Winner
HIGH HIGH
Team
Captain
HIGH SAFE
Mini
Chall.
Winner
SAFE BTM2 SAFE
(Round
2)
HIGH RUNNER
UP
3rd/4th Angel AngelDRPH3MiniPromo 23 Manila,
Metro Manila
SAFE BTM2 SAFE SAFE WIN LOW LOW SAFE
(Round
1)
WIN ELIM
Tita Baby TitaBabyDRPH3MiniPromo 46 Marikina City,
Metro Manila
HIGH BTM2 SAFE SAFE HIGH HIGH SAFE SAFE
(Round
1)
BTM2
Mini
Chall.
Winner
ELIM
5th Zymba Ding ZymbaDingDRPH3MiniPromo 22 Caloocan City,
Metro Manila
TOP2 SAFE SAFE SAFE BTM2 WIN
Mini
Chall.
Winner
HIGH SAFE
(Round
2)
ELIM GUEST
6th Myx Chanel MyxChanelDRPH3MiniPromo 27 Marikina City,
Metro Manila
HIGH WIN BTM2 LOW LOW HIGH SAFE ELIM
Mini
Chall.
Winner
GUEST GUEST
7th Popstar Bench PopstarBenchDRPH3MiniPromo 26 Manila,
Metro Manila
SAFE SAFE HIGH SAFE SAFE BTM2 ELIM GUEST GUEST
8th John Fedellaga JohnFedellagaDRPH3MiniPromo 33 San Francisco,
USA
SAFE SAFE HIGH HIGH
Mini
Chall.
Winner
HIGH ELIM GUEST GUEST
9th J Quinn JQuinnDRPH3MiniPromo 25 Caloocan City,
Metro Manila
SAFE SAFE LOW
Team
Captain
BTM2 ELIM GUEST GUEST
10th
(Quit)
Yudipota YudipotaDRPH3MiniPromo 27 Bacolod,
Negros
Occidental
HIGH HIGH SAFE BTM2
+
QUIT
GUEST GUEST
11th
(Miss
Congeniality)
Versex VersexDRPH3MiniPromo 25 Manila,
Metro Manila
SAFE LOW
Mini
Chall.
Winner
ELIM GUEST MISS
CON
The contestant won Drag Race Philippines.
The contestant was a runner-up.
The contestant was not chosen to advance to the "Lip Sync for the Crown".
The contestant won the Maxi Challenge.
The contestant was in the top two, but did not win the Lip Sync for the Win.
The contestant was in the top, but did not win the Maxi Challenge.
The contestant was in the bottom, but was not up for elimination.
The contestant was in the bottom, tied in the Lip Sync for Your Life, and no one was eliminated.
The contestant was in the bottom and won the Lip Sync for Your Life.
The contestant was in the bottom, lost the Lip Sync for Your Life, and was eliminated.
The contestant quit the competition.
The contestant was deemed safe after the first round of the Lip Sync LaLaPaRuZa.
The contestant was saved using the Golden Balut by the winners of the Lip Sync LaLaPaRuZa.
The contestant was deemed safe after the second round of the Lip Sync LaLaPaRuZa.
The contestant was eliminated at the end of the Lip Sync LaLaPaRuZa.
The contestant was voted Miss Congeniality by the contestants.
The contestant appeared as a guest, but was out of the running.

Contestants' Winning Earnings

Contestant Money
Maxie ₱1,285,000
Khianna ₱140,000
Angel ₱185,000
Tita Baby ₱45,000
Zymba Ding ₱100,000
Myx Chanel ₱100,000
Popstar Bench ₱0
John Fedellaga ₱20,000
J Quinn ₱0
Yudipota ₱0
Versex ₱60,000
The contestant was awarded ₱1,000,000 for winning Drag Race Philippines.
The contestant was awarded ₱40,000 for winning the title of Miss Congeniality.

Episodes

Series # Episode # Episode Title Airdate
21 1 Viral Queens August 7, 2024
22 2 The Sustaina-Ball August 14, 2024
23 3 Dapat Pakak! August 21, 2024
24 4 Pao Presents Plus August 28, 2024
25 5

Snatch Game - Philippines Season 3

Snatch Game KNB?

September 4, 2024
26 6 Aawicked Kita! September 11, 2024
27 7 Super Queens! September 18, 2024
28 8 Lip Sync Lalaparuza Smackdown September 25, 2024
29 9 Slay Accla, Slay! October 2, 2024
30 10

Grand Finale - Philippines Season 3

GRAND T.I.T.E! (Totally Impressive Talent Extravaganza!)

October 9, 2024

Episode 1: "Viral Queens"

Airdate: August 7, 2024

Synopsis:

Season 3 kicks off with the queens showcasing their voguing expertise and their brands in a viral dance video! And on the runway, category is... Hometown Realness! The Queen of Philippine Pop Culture Jolina Magdangal-Escueta guest stars!

11 new Queens showcase their voguing skills before each defines their brand in a series of viral dance videos!

DRPH3E1Judges

Episode 1 Judges

Entrance Order

1 Angel
2 Versex
3 John Fedellaga
4 Myx Chanel
5 Tita Baby
6 Khianna
7 J Quinn
8 Yudipota
9 Zymba Ding
10 Popstar Bench
11 Maxie

Episode 2: "The Sustaina-Ball"

Airdate: August 14, 2024

Synopsis:

The queens present their back-to-back eco-friendly looks in the Sustaina-Ball! Categories are Sari-Sari Store Eleganza and Trash-ion! Miss Universe 2022, eco-designer and sustainability advocate R'Bonney Gabriel guest judges!

The Queens present their back-to-back eco-friendly looks in the Sustaina-Ball! Categories are Sari-Sari Store Eleganza and Trash-ion!

DRPH3E2Judges

Episode 2 Judges

Episode 3: "Dapat Pakak!"

Airdate: August 21, 2024

Synopsis:

The Queens form two ultimate girl groups and perform their soon-to-be chart-topping single "Dapat Pakak"! On the runway, category is... Per-yeah! Queen of Teleserye Theme Songs, Angeline Quinto mentors the queens and guest judges!

The Queens form two ultimate girl groups and perform their soon-to-be chart-topping single "Dapat Pakak"!

DRPH3E3Judges

Episode 3 Judges

Dapat Pakak Girl Groups

Burakpak Hard Pakakers
BurakpakDRP3 Angel HardPakakersDRP3 J Quinn
Khianna John Fedellaga
Maxie Myx Chanel
Popstar Bench Tita Baby
Versex Yudipota
Zymba Ding

Episode 4: "Pao Presents Plus"

Airdate: August 28, 2024

Synopsis:

The queens take on the exciting challenge of hosting their very own talk shows on the prestigious Pao Presents Plus Channel. Comedienne Melai Cantiveros-Francisco adds an extra dash of hilarity as she joins the queens as their guest star in their shows, bringing her signature brand of humor and charm.

The Queens take on the exciting challenge of hosting their very own talk shows on the prestigious Pao Presents Plus Channel.

DRPH3E4Judges

Episode 4 Judges

Show Image Contestant
Jojowain o Totropahin? JojowainOTotropoahin John Fedellaga
Popstar Bench
Purse First PurseFirst Myx Chanel
Tita Baby
Toot Nice Xa /
Boot is a No
TootNiceXaBootisaNo J Quinn
Yudipota
69 for the Win 69fortheWin Angel
Khianna
Cooking Ina CookingIna Maxie
Zymba Ding

Episode 5: "Snatch Game - Philippines Season 3"

Airdate: September 4, 2024

Synopsis:

In what promises to be the most epic Snatch Game in the Philippine franchice's herstory, the queens unleash their top-notch celebrity impersonations in the nerve-wracking, Snatch Game KNB? And on the runway, category is... Gosh with the Wind! Heartthrob Kyle Echarri guest stars.

The Queens unleash their top-notch celebrity impersonations in the highly anticipated, but always nerve-wracking, Snatch Game KNB?

DRPH3E5Judges

Episode 5 Judges

  • Guest Judge: Kyle Echarri
  • Mini Challenge: Photoshoot for a 90's inspired notebook cover
  • Mini Challenge Winner: Khianna
  • Mini Challenge Prize: ₱20,000
  • Maxi Challenge: Snatch Game
  • Runway Theme: Gosh With the Wind
  • Maxi Challenge Winner: Angel
  • Maxi Challenge Prize: ₱80,000
  • Bottom Two: J Quinn and Zymba Ding
  • Lip Sync Song: "Geronimo" by RuPaul
  • Eliminated: J Quinn
  • Farewell Message: "♡ LOVE YOU GUYS I'll treat this as my first K-pop survival show sooooooooo support me girls for my Grand Debut ♡ Papahirapan kita magbura Zymba!!!"

Snatch Game Characters

Contestant Celebrity Photo
Angel María Clara AngelSnatchGameLook
J Quinn Confucius JQuinnSnatchGameLook
John Fedellaga Angel Locsin JohnFedellagaSnatchGameLook
Khianna Baron Geisler KhiannaSnatchGameLook
Maxie Babae sa Balete Drive MaxieSnatchGameLook
Myx Chanel Rufa Mae Quinto MyxChanelSnatchGameLook
Popstar Bench Sarah Geronimo PopstarBenchSnatchGameLook
Tita Baby Kamatayan TitaBabySnatchGameLook
Zymba Ding Wilma Doesnt ZymbaDingSnatchGameLook

Episode 6: "Aawicked Kita!"

Airdate: September 11, 2024

Synopsis:

The queens defy gravity as they perform in the musical spoof of the popular Broadway hit "Wicked". On the runway, category is... Kum-Haute Couture! The Philippines’ First Drag Superstar Precious Paula Nicole guest judges!

The Queens defy gravity as they perform in the musical spoof of the popular Broadway hit "Wicked". And on the runway, category is... Kum-Haute Couture!

DRPH3E6Judges

Episode 6 Judges

  • Special Guest: Cecile Martinez
  • Guest Judge: Precious Paula Nicole
  • Mini Challenge: Recreate a line from Ogie Diaz's acting workshop in the most exaggerated manner possible.
  • Mini Challenge Winner: Zymba Ding
  • Mini Challenge Prize: ₱20,000
  • Maxi Challenge: AaWicked Kita: The Rusical
  • Runway Theme: Kum-Haute Couture
  • Maxi Challenge Winner: Zymba Ding
  • Maxi Challenge Prize: ₱80,000
  • Bottom Two: John Fedellaga and Popstar Bench
  • Lip Sync Song: "Dadalhin" by Regine Velasquez
  • Eliminated: John Fedellaga
  • Farewell Message: "Hi Girls, y'all are so TALENTED! Please always Be Kind to each other ♡ John Fedellaga"

Rusical Characters

Contestant Role
Angel Christy
John Fedellaga Cindy Awwford
Khianna Naomi Campybell
Maxie Miss Diamond
Myx Chanel Glenda
Popstar Bench Mayor Jhoy
Tita Baby Tita Needz
Zymba Ding Elvie

Episode 7: "Super Queens!"

Airdate: September 18, 2024

Synopsis:

The Queens read each other to filth in the Reading Challenge With a Twist. On the Main Stage, they team up with their loved ones as they transform themselves into dynamic duo superheroes. The Megastar of Philippines, Sharon Cuneta, guest judges.

The Queens read each other to filth before making over themselves and their loved ones as dynamic duo superheros.

DRPH3E7Judges

Episode 7 Judges

Makeover Pairs

Contestant Superhero Name Makeover Partner Drag Name
Angel Transnene Wilma Galang (mother) Transnini
Khianna Khianna Kulet Rose Limpangog (mother) Kimmy Kulet
Maxie Universa Angel Galang, Jr. (father) Celestia
Myx Chanel Cheezy Mykhael Mangubat (best friend) Ringo
Popstar Bench Super Inggay Bryan Ecal (boyfriend) Super Engga
Tita Baby Malouminium Josen Uy (boyfriend) Malouminion
Zymba Ding None Thelma Hidacan (mother) Zymba Din

Episode 8: "Lip Sync Lalaparuza Smackdown"

Airdate: September 25, 2024

Synopsis:

The queens participate in a Lip Sync Lalaparuza Smackdown that culminates in an elimination after a series of lip syncs. Let the battle begin!

The Queens participate in a Lip Sync Lalaparuza Smackdown that culminates in an elimination after a series of lip syncs. Let the battle begin!

DRPH3E8Judges

Episode 8 Judges

Lip Sync LaLaPaRUza Smackdown

Round Lip Sync Pair Song
Round 1 Tita Baby vs Myx Chanel "Adrenaline"
by RuPaul
Round 2 Angel vs Khianna "Loka Loka"
by Queen Manica Money
Round 3 Maxie vs Zymba Ding "Hush"
by Yassi Pressman and
Nadine Lustre
Round 4 Zymba Ding vs Myx Chanel "Ligaw-Tingin"
by Leah Navarro

Episode 9: "Slay Accla, Slay!"

Airdate: October 2, 2024

Synopsis:

The top 5 queens record and perform a live production number featuring their very own original song, "Slay Accla". On the runway, category is... Ang Gown-Da, featuring their very best ball gowns. Actress and singer Janella Salvador, guest judges.

The Top 5 Queens record and perform a live production number featuring their very own original song, "Slay Accla".

DRPH3E9Judges

Episode 9 Judges

  • Special Guest: Nunoy Revlon
  • Guest Judge: Janella Salvador
  • Mini Challenge: The Drag Council: Answer fiery questions from the six previously eliminated queens as truthfully as you possibly can.
  • Mini Challenge Winner: Tita Baby
  • Mini Challenge Prize: ₱20,000
  • Maxi Challenge: Write verses and perform live choreography to the song "Slay Accla".
  • Runway Theme: Ang Gown-Da: Ball Gown Extravaganza
  • Maxi Challenge Winner: Angel
  • Maxi Challenge Prize: ₱80,000
  • Bottom Two: Tita Baby and Zymba Ding
  • Lip Sync Song: "Isa Pang Araw" by Sarah Geronimo
  • Eliminated: Zymba Ding
  • Farewell Message: "I was able to show my true self this way. I did so well. Pls pls keep on praying"

Top Four of Season 3

Contestant Challenge Wins Up for Elimination
TeamAngelDRP3 2
(Eps. 5, 9)
1
(Ep. 2)
TeamKhiannaDRP3 1
(Ep. 1)
1
(Ep. 7)
TeamMaxieDRP3 3
(Eps. 3, 4, 7)
0
TeamTitaBabyDRP3 0 2
(Eps. 2, 9)

Episode 10: "Grand Finale - Philippines Season 3"

Airdate: October 9, 2024

Synopsis:

The top four queens showcase Philippine drag excellence as they present their talents in a grand talent show like no other! As the competition reaches its climax, eliminated queens make a triumphant return, paving the way for the coronation of the next Drag Superstar of the Philippines!

The Top 4 Queens showcase Philippine drag excellence performing in a talent show like no other!

DRPH3E10Judges

Episode 10 Judges

  • Special Guests: Captivating Katkat and Hana Beshie
  • Challenge: Pose for the grand finale photoshoot, present three looks at the finale ball, and perform individual show-stopping performances at the Grand T.I.T.E.: Totally Impressive Talent Extravaganza.
  • Runway Themes:
    • First Time's a Charm
    • Art Attack Extravaganza
    • Come in Your Best Drag
  • Miss Congeniality: Versex
  • Top Two: Khianna and Maxie
  • Lip Sync Song: "Lipad ng Pangarap" by Angeline Quinto and Regine Velasquez
  • Winner of Drag Race Philippines Season 3: Maxie
  • Runner-Up: Khianna
  • Third/Fourth Place: Angel and Tita Baby

Top Four Performances

Contestant Song Placement
Angel A.N.G.E.L 3rd/4th
Khianna Khianna Wins 2nd
(Runner-Up)
Maxie Laban 1st
(Winner)
Tita Baby Flying Higher 3rd/4th

Gallery

Guest Judges Promos

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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!

Trivia

  • Season 3 was the first season of the Filipino franchise...
    • to feature biological siblings, Angel and Maxie.[6]
      • Coincidentally, Angel was the first to enter the Werk Room, while Maxie was the last to enter.
    • to feature queens from Western Visayas.
    • not to eliminate any queen in its premiere episode.
    • to have an odd number of queens participate in the Girl Group Challenge.
    • where a queen decided to quit the competition.
    • where more than one queen has won both a Mini and a Maxi Challenge in a single episode.
  • Season 3 of Drag Race Philippines is the first in the Drag Race franchise...
    • to premiere with every queen meeting one another and feature no eliminations in its first two episodes.
    • to have biological siblings make it to the finale.
  • Drag family connections this season include...
  • In the promo looks of the Season 3 queens, as well as the promotional trailer for the season, they are shown holding and/or eating various street foods sold in the Philippines, which are as follows:
Contestant Street Food
Angel Banana cue
J Quinn Balut
John Fedellaga Halo-halo
Khianna Sago at gulaman
Maxie Ice scramble
Myx Chanel Lumpiang toge
Popstar Bench Isaw (promo look)
Inihaw (promotional trailer)
Tita Baby Manggang hilaw at bagoong
Versex Kwek kwek
Yudipota Suman (promo look)
Kakanin (promotional trailer)
Zymba Ding Fish balls
  • An unfinished edit of the promo featuring the entire cast had leaked on the same day that Paolo Ballesteros' promo was released.[10]
  • J Quinn's age in their confessional is listed as a question mark despite revealing during Meet the Queens that they were 25 by the time of filming and the season's subsequent airing.
  • Upon the release of Dapat Pakak to streaming platforms on August 29, 2024, the cover art for both groups' versions erroneously named Burakpak as the Hard Pakakers and vice-versa. This was subsequently fixed the next day.

References

  1. Post by worldofwonder | Instagram — July 11, 2024
  2. Post by worldofwonder | Instagram — October 17, 2023
  3. Post by dragraceph | Instagram — October 25, 2023
  4. Post by FifthSolomon | X — July 11, 2024
  5. Drag Race Philippines | WOW Presents Plus
  6. 6.0 6.1 Meet the Queens of Drag Race Philippines Season 3 🇵🇭 | YouTube — July 11, 2024
  7. Pride: Non-binary drag artist Myx Chanel on their fiction-meets-fashion style, the local drag scene, and how art can make a statement | Adobo Magazine — June 29, 2022
  8. Post by myx.chanel | Instagram — November 12, 2021
  9. Profile of hausofgagita | Instagram
  10. Post by repsfolklore | X — July 4, 2024
  11. Post by FifthSolomon | X — July 5, 2024
  12. Post by itsmekatkat | X — July 5, 2024
  13. Post by TinyDeluxee | X — July 5, 2024
  14. Post by u/midnightat90 | Reddit — July 6, 2024

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