‘Drag Den PH’ queens, creator Rod Singh open up about challenging social norms, self-awareness

Drag queens embody what it means to be fearless. Fancy looks and powerful performances aside, they aim to shatter socio-political issues and certain ideologies — especially when it comes to the LGBTQIA+ community — to defy conventional norms.

Challenging social norms in a conservative country like the Philippines is a tall order, but the contestants and creator of “Drag Den Philippines” prove why drag is indeed political through their advocacies, sprinkled with their signature tawdry humor.
Drag as a message
“I believe that drag has a purpose. You remind yourself that it’s not just about being pretty,” drag performer Pura Luka Vega said at a press conference. “You have to se…

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