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'Drag Race PH Season Three' queens take center stage at PLDT Home's Drag to Store activations

The country's leading digital services provider kicks off fun, interactive store events highlighting inclusivity

Published Sep 14, 2024 12:13 am

At A Glance

  • Eleven of the fiercest, most fabulous Filipino drag artists worldwide are competing in new challenges, dazzling the runways, and more.

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The iconic Drag Race Philippines is officially back on our screens. Following the resounding success of seasons one and two, the showcase of Pinoy drag excellence has returned with a third run. Eleven of the fiercest, most fabulous Filipino drag artists worldwide are competing in new challenges, dazzling the runways, and more.

Drag Race Philippines Season Three is currently available to stream on WOW Presents Plus and HBO GO in the Philippines, with multi-awarded Filipino actor, model, and drag artist Paolo Ballesteros returning as series host – alongside iconic Drag Race alum Jiggly Caliente and popular Filipina writer, TV personality, and activist KaladKaren as judges.

Fans can celebrate this new season with the return of PLDT Home’s Drag to Store–themed events in collaboration with HBO GO, featuring exciting activities and performances. The events make a part of PLDT Home’s “We are here for you” advocacy to help create an inclusive environment for the Filipino LGBTQIA+ community.

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Drag to Store at the PLDT Smart Experience Hub, SM Mall of Asia (Aug. 24, 2024)

This year, PLDT Home is hosting Drag to Store in select Metro Manila stores, giving drag fans and members of the LGBTQIA+ community not just a unique and fun retail experience but also an opportunity to share inspiring stories.

These events include performances by Drag Race Philippines Season Three drag queens and surprise appearances of Seasons one and two queens. PLDT Home customers can also enjoy mini challenges inspired by nostalgic Filipino party games and meet and greet with the queens inside the stores.

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Drag to Store at PLDT SM Southmall(Aug. 31, 2024)

Baby queens shine in the second “Drag to Store Superstar Search 2024.” Six contestants are on a mission to showcase not just their looks and stories but also electrifying performances to take home a cash prize of P30,000.

PLDT Home’s Drag to Store kicked off at the SM Mall of Asia and SM Southmall in August and at SM Megamall early September. It will run until the end of the month. 

Mark your calendars and don’t miss your chance to watch amazing performances and meet your favorite queens at Festival Mall (Sept. 14) and SM City Sta. Mesa (Sept. 28).

Drag Race Philippines is now available on WOW Presents Plus and HBO GO and is best streamed with PLDT Home. Since Season One, the show has brought out the artistry of Filipino drag into the mainstream. It has also touched the hearts of viewers as it highlights real-life stories of LGBTQIA+Filipinos.

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PLDT Home & HBO GO present 'Drag to Store'

PLDT Home lets you enjoy unli-entertainment with a reliable and super fast internet connection. Stream new episodes of Drag Race Philippines Season Three on HBO GO every Wednesday for only P199/month when you subscribe through your PLDT Home subscription. Visit pldthome.com/hbogo to know more.

Catch Drag Race Philippines Season Three on HBO GO at no extra cost when you apply for the Fiber Plan P1699 or up. Visit pldthome.com/drph-s3 for more details.

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