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Hey, my name is Rex G. Suico. I am currently a second-year student studying BS Psychology at Mapua Malayan Colleges Mindanao. As a Gen-Z, I think my knowledge and participation in the Pop Culture trends particularly in the Philippines is quite adequate. I am fond of some of the most memorable Filipino films of my time particularly Four Sisters in a Wedding as well as Kita Kita. Aside from films. I'm also interested in watching Filipino teleseryes that birthed the fearless feminist icon of my generation, Ivy Aguas, from the hit tv series Wildflower. And who would've forgotten the iconic anthem of every Filipino individual - Tala by Sarah Geronimo which I may or may not have danced and memorized its choreography. On the other hand, what about Drag Race but make it Filipino? Well, the Philippines already now has the franchise from the hit American Reality Show Rupauls Drag Race which provided an avenue for local Filipino Drag Queens to showcase their artistry and talent at the same time promoting Filipino pop culture. Well that is pretty much about me.

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The Rise of Drag in the PH Pop Culture Scene

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The Rise of Drag in the PH Pop Culture Scene

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Drag has always existed even way before. The flamboyant frocks, colorful makeup, and eye-catching performances, drag has truly pushed the boundaries of the entertainment scene especially here in the Philippines. From the often frowned upon concept of men dressing up as women to a celebrated aspect of Filipino culture, it paved its own way in promoting tolerance and acceptance, particularly for young LGBTQIA members. With that in mind, I would like to feature the first-ever Drag Show Competition aired in the Philippines which is called Drag Race Philippines. This show is comprised of 12 esteemed and talented drag queens that is competing for one goal - to be the first-ever Philippine Drag Race superstar. This show served as an avenue for them to showcase their craft and talents as well as providing an opportunity for LGBTQIA visibility especially those who participates in this type of craft who were forced to hide in the shadows due to social stigmas and discrimination.

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The emergence of this particular Philippine Pop Culture Trend - Drag Race Philippines, has pushed the boundaries for Philippine entertainment media as well as challenged social norms in terms of gender expression and sexuality. Drag has always been considered a deviant concept since it's not considered the norm to see a man dressed in a woman's clothing lipsyncing to songs and impersonating artists like Madonna, Lady Gaga, and the likes. However, Drag has provided an opportunity for people to pursue anything that they want to unapologetically. This contemporary Philippine pop culture trend served as a way for the LGBTQIA community to be seen and heard and allow such a community to take up space in our society.

But how does this reshape our pop culture landscape? Well, we can analyze this through the Carnival Theory. To elaborate, this theory explains that pop culture is like an extension of what carnivals are - a valve to release enjoyment giving it a communal expressive form. Pop culture, like carnivals, is an avenue for enjoyment due to its intrinsic characteristics of being comedic and satirical. With that being said, Drag Race is a good representation of this theory as it opposes any social norm and its flamboyant and expressive nature aligns with the theory's description of what pop culture is. After all, drag is considered the mother of all expressions. Through this type of craft, anyone can be anyone and this contemporary pop culture trend will continuously reshape the future of Philippine Pop Culture.