Miss Shutacca: Slaysian Edition

Oh my stars, the premiere of Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale exploded onto our screens with a dazzling "Miss Shutacca: Slaysian Edition" challenge that had me clutching my pearls! Twelve queens from across Asia-and beyond-descended upon the runway, serving heritage, elegance, and fierce competition all wrapped up in one jaw-dropping episode.

Right off the bat, the queens turned tradition on its head with two show-stopping looks: national costumes and evening gowns, both delivered with a signature Shutacca twist that redefined pageantry realness. But the looks were just the beginning-this episode was also a drag variety show featuring a hair-raphic dance battle, razor-sharp Q&A, and a lip sync that had me screaming "SLAAY!"

Yeah, the questions were pressing issues in the LGBTQia+ community and it could have been an avenue to disseminate the right information so others can learn. Everyone can do better. But one thing that truly made me in glee were the showcase of outfits that they brought especially the Philipino girls who came in really prepared for this season. It could have been that they are local, but Marina and Eva also brought in spectacular visions on the runway and they were not local in the international franchises they joined in. So, it is safe to say that these philipino girls didn't come to play, they came to slay the game.

Episode 1's "Miss Shutacca: Slaysian Edition" was a pageant-meets-runway spectacle. First, queens wowed in elaborate national costumes-a love letter to their roots. Then came the evening gowns: elegance, drama, and enough sparkle to light up Manila.

What made this episode sing was its blend of heartfelt remembrance, fierce artistry, and international flair. The season launched with both soul and spectacle, promising viewers a ride that's as moving as it is jaw-dropping.

If Episode 1 is any indication, Slaysian Royale will keep us laughing, crying, and gasping until the final lip sync.

The curtain rose on Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale with not just rhinestones and runways, but with a heartfelt moment that set the tone for the season. Before the queens even made their grand entrances, the episode paused to honor the late Jiggly Caliente-beloved Drag Race icon, trans trailblazer, and fierce Filipina queen. A title card reading "Forever Fabulous" appeared on screen, sending a wave of emotion through fans around the globe. It was a powerful reminder that drag is not only about spectacle, but also about legacy, community, and love.

Episode 1 delivered everything: a tearful tribute that grounded the show in heartfelt respect, dazzling cultural pageantry, and fierce competition from the jump. Slaysian Royale isn't just a celebration of drag-it's a love letter to Asian artistry, resilience, and the queens who paved the way. If this is how they're starting, we better buckle up-this season is going to be legendary.

The premiere of Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale wasn't just a TV episode-it was a moment. It began not with a bang, but with a lump in our throats, as the screen lit up with a dedication to Jiggly Caliente: "Forever Fabulous." This simple but powerful tribute honored a queen whose influence stretched far beyond the runway, reminding us that every wig, every strut, and every laugh is built on the legacy of those who came before.

From that emotional opening, the energy snapped into overdrive. Twelve queens-representing a dazzling spectrum of Asian drag from Manila to Bangkok, Sydney to London-descended on the Werk Room with a shared mission: to prove they're not just pretty faces, but powerhouses ready to claim the "Slaysian Royale" crown.