i think it was very significant that they were so hype and flamboyantly gay during the mini challenge. palo sebo is usually done by boys during fiestas. young gay children have always been discouraged from acting flamboyant during physical activities or else they would be picked on. this is probably why they were doing "hoo, hoo!" chants throughout the challenge, they were trying to act masc. so to see them being so excited and gay during such a game was so cool to me. i could understand how it could be overstimulating though. these girls are very energetic 😂

Filipinos really are energetic, especially the gays. I know a lot of Non Filipino fans won’t get that, the humor, the references, the culture, but I appreciate your feedback.

Turing feeling her fantasy in that lipsync is literally all of us singing to the mirror in our bedrooms 🤩 she slayed!

In the Philipipines, the month of May features the festival called Flores de Mayo (literal translation is Flowers of May) ...It originated as a pagan festival celebrating bountiful rice harvest... When the spaniards colonized the archipelago, the festivities were given a religious twist by the catholic priests making it a Thanks-to-the-Virgin-Mary-for-giving-us-a-bountiful-harvest kind of celebration ...The festivities is culminated by the SAGALAHAN .... A parade of the village's most beautiful maidens in their finest attires...Each maiden is a SAGALA and given some sort of title....The parade of SAGALAS goes around town, on foot or riding on some mechanized carts or vehicles...Wether on foot or on carts/vehicles , arches adorned with colorful flowers frame the walking/standing or seated Sagalas....The The parade ends inside the church. A holy mass is celebrated ...In the holy mass, eacg sagala is given the chance to offer flowers to the statue of the Virgrin Mary.

The amount of energy and flamboyance in the mini challenge is actually so normal for us Filipinos to see haha. I didn’t realize may not be like that for everyone

Majority of the LGBTQIA+ members in the Philippines are very energetic, fun and street-smart. So, in DRAG, they mostly got these type of persona. As a Drag Race Fanatic, I understand your point of view on this. We also live for queens who feel glamorous and behaved. But once you vibe with OUR type of person, and reciprocate our energy, Momma, trust me you will be addicted! I already expected that there will be people who will come for you on this review. Maybe because we are still in the process of understanding each other. But gurl we also live for opinionated queen! Come on! Okuuurr! So don't feel bad about it. You do you! And may your channel grow!

In my opinion, the reason why the girls are so hyper is because we Filipinos have been waiting for Drag Race Philippines for a VERRRRYYYY LONG time... so to have this show to showcase Filipino drag is such a great opportunity to show the world.

That mini challenge was actually the best part of this episode, it was very funny and really giving philippine drag which is energy, fun and lots of comedy. But i get why you don’t like it coz you didn’t get the references. I’m actually shocked that this franchise is very filipino it wasn’t toned down for the international audiences, like so many things were not explained that the international audiences won’t understand. For example the theme for the photoshoot it was inspired by a filipino superhero darna, the talentshow was called TITE which means dick, the theme for the runway which is the national costume of the philipines, theme for the design challenge is a cultural parade in festivals and so many more. I wish they did a little bit of explanation for those things.

So glad you're reacting to Drag Race Philippines. I am LOVING the series so far. Also, shout out to the people sharing insight into the culture and references in the comments. Thank you for helping us enjoy the show even more.

Hi ms. Valery ! This comment is regarding the antics of many queens (them being too hyper , acting over-the-top without provocation, often showing stylized distortions in movements, etc.) during the climbing-the-pole mini challenge. The current local Filipino comedy scene on films, TV, stage, bars, etc , still has a heavy lean on physical comedy.... It has been that way for a very very long time.... This type of comedy style can be traced back to the dominant style of comedy of local travelling variety shows in the early parts of the 20th century called BODABIL ( root word is vaudeville ) .... Episodes one and two has shown that a lot of the queens on this farnchise/season still carry the BODABIL type of comedy in their repertoire.... My guess is, this trend shall continue till the finals.....just a guess though ! ....and....It is noteworthy to say that Bodabil, in its heydeys, has been featuring drag acts ( mostly male actors cross-dressing as female) in their comedy skits and musical numbers.

Your review is valid. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it. I just wanna add though, to the "mini-challenge energy" discussion, Filipino gays are louder, more exaggerated, and, someone may say, overacting because it's part of the culture. Gay people in the Philippines tend to do that because it's one of their ways to be heard, be seen, to stand out, and to fvck with the society who forces them to be macho and silent and manly. I understand though why you were confused about that because it's so far away from most of the Western queens you were probably used to who are more tempered and elegant. Just my two cents. Waiting for your reaction in the next ep!♥️

This episode was VERY enlightening for me. The mini challenge was actually pretty funny to me. I got the references (theirs & yours) & enjoyed the interactions during the challenge. The maxi challenge was actually REALLY good, IMO. Viñas, Precious & Minty DEFINITELY were in the top for me. I got where Minty was going & she executed it well. If Gigi had finished her outfit in time, she would’ve been in the top & possibly would’ve won the challenge. Turing & Corazón were DEFINITELY the bottom 2 this episode. Jiggly calling out Corazón for the dress that was NOT made in the workroom was a GAG!! I believe that weighed heavily in the decision of the bottom 2 placement. However, Turing ANNIHILATED her in that lipsync!! I have the feeling she’s going to be a Lip Sync Assassin this season. She TURNT that lipsync OUT!! SN: To the Filipinos watching Valery’s channel: first off, THANK YOU to those of you who are educating us foreigners with your comments about the culture. It is GREATLY appreciated!! Second, I know & understand how PASSIONATE the Filipinos are about the drag & ESPECIALLY the pageant culture (I remember the reaction that Catriona Gray received in the 2018 Miss Universe as well as the infamous 2015 Miss Universe debacle that happened with Pia Wurtzbach (Romero)). However, PLEASE be respectful in the comments!! Let this be an educational moment for those of us that don’t know and/or understand the humor or culture. It’s OK to have an opinion but PLEASE don’t be rude & disrespectful due to our cultural differences!! I encourage y’all to watch the live reaction videos & help educate us that DON’T know the humor/culture. So far, I’m enjoying what I seeing & am excited to see more. As always, Valery, keep up the GREAT work!! See you in the next video!! 😁

Just discovered this channel! Best content to get updated to Drag Race PH! Thank you Miss Ma'am! Love love!

Girl I always wait for your videos,I get my self thinking about the next one, you're amazing and always bright my day ❤️

Its not so hype, Filipinos are just happy people. They see the best out of simple things.

Just to add to mini-challenge hype discussion, it's sort of normal for our gay and co. crowd in the Philippines to be "extra" as a way to entertain both the people around them and themselves. You'll notice that the queens are holding hands as if waiting for a big announcement, and they react like they're gonna cry of happiness and the others cheer. The context here is they're pretending they're being called for some big announcement, like they won a pageant category lol. A bit more context: this also happens in simpler or really random settings like when people have been waiting in a line for sooo long (like at some fast food chain takeout lines that are oddly taking too long, they'd do this when their order is up). It could start with just a small group, and soon everyone will be going along with it. I'll try to look for a video showing this and link back here if I find one. 😆 It is, admittedly, not for everyone. As someone who's pretty quiet and shy, when this happens around me, I just giggle from the sidelines because I can appreciate them just goofing around and trying to lighten the mood when needed.

I apologize Valery for some Filipino people arguing because you didn’t research our culture or you didn’t quite get the reference of the Filipino Lingo jokes that was said You have the right to have an opinion on it, just ignore them but some of us are also here to share the references/jokes that you don’t get so that you understand some of the context that is not really presented well or not known to international reactors like you Again, I apologize, I hope you enjoy DragRacePH Love your content from a viewer from the Philippines 🇵🇭🥰❤️

also Valery when the judges and host said something about Turing, its NOT IN A MALICIOUS WAY, a lot is lost in translation especially for foreigners when Turing was called in the Mini Challenge and was said that she was like a "pig on a stick that is getting roasted" they were talking about Lechon which is a popular foor in the Philippines and it is a roasted pig that is put on a stick, but you might say, well that is still calling someone fat, and yes it is, but not in a bad or rude way I am a chubby guy who has been called a Lechon or Fat alot in my elementary to high school days but I just laugh it off since I know they didn't mean to harm me in any way and we are just having fun, we read them to filth back anyways so its not a thing to be screaming or be angry about and when Turing was saved from elimination in the bottom 2 and she said "You're gonna see more of this" and Paolo (the host) said "Not more of that" in a laughing manner, she is not referring to her showing skin but more on the actual thing she is wearing which is the dress/garment she made since its a design challenge, like who would buy an ugly made bra and a long skirt and the judges are actually rooting for her showing skin and doing body positivity in the show

corazon was my fav from the promos to the entrance look sad she had to go

love your reactions! you’re so pretty! :DD

Such a great review. I felt every thing you said.

4:22 "Are you guys not used to big poles in the Philippines" Sadly YES!

This review is authentic and constructive.

thank you so much for the comments I love the way you speak very direct and more episode to review girl.

This whole episode was just ONE full day. For the tight time, I think they all gave a valiant effort. They had to go minichallenge, design, runway, judging, lip sync, sashay away before the flowers wilted. They didn't have the overnight to bring their work to the hotel to finish. Viñas design was so effective because she basically followed the design of the caro. These are the vehicles that carry the saints' icons across the community to the church during Holy Week. If Vinas was raised in a religious school, I won't be surprised if they helped design some of the caro in their childhood! And her corsetry gave very much palaspas energy, something that people carry on Palm Sunday.

Miss Turing is bringing 👏 TALENT 👏

I'm just gonna add to the last comment i had, I have a weird feeling that if the will do a drag race Vietnam it might be free on KZfaq for like a year than if there's a new season they'll take the last one down it it'll be available on the streaming service. Also miss Corazon had so many crowns that it is all present in Jiggly's mouth. Plus I think yes the Language barrier is somewhat of a problem but let's not forget people Pilipino actually have 2 main languages English and Tagalog, i think it might be A. the cultural references or B. they are known to be very energetic watch any pageant crowning you'll see so that might be why.

.. great reaction 🤗 .. love it 🥰!!!!!

Too much energy? Girl, you have never seen local gay pageants in the PH, some contestants can even climb to a basketball ring in just seconds. Some would even roll over the puddle and imagine it as their swimming pool. I am not joking,

Been a fan of drag race fan since Raja's episode ... I'm just happy to see Filipino Kweens in one of my favorite shows. It's fun and entertaining to watch .

This video is lit 🔥 reaction! Bravaaa..

To be honest no shade to corazon, honestly she could have just edited the look a tad bit but not add the barb wire, it completely distracted her body/figure. But to be completely honest with you i'm glad they didn't disqualify her, but Miss Gimhauy on drag race thailand season 2 actually got to go to somewhere and have a scooter which was never in her suitcase but the judges could have called that one out aswell.. But I love Paolo Already she's iconic than any other judges.. When she asked where the flowers were her face made me laugh so hard LMAO, she just said ohhhh, okay - chuckles .. I CAN'T it was too ICONIC !

Again love love your reacts! And it's ok that you sometimes dont get some of the references and all the mess that is going on LOL It's just Filipino Drag crazy, fun, energy at 1000000! LOL

Lmao i was laughing thru every reaction u got 😂

I honestly think Viñas should've won Episode 1 and Minty should've won Episode 2, just out of preference. Either way they both won their challenges, and it's definitely a good thing given that the two of them are my absolute favorites thus far. Turing and Precious are the other two people I look forward in the finale. I wrote an article about Turing once and she's just the sweetest! She's also known as one of the tightest lipsyncers in the scene (as it was showed in the lipsync 👏), and I love how international audiences try to catch up with Filipino humor 😭. Love your reactions, please continue doing this season! 💚

I am living for the judge!

Filipino gays are just extra AF, no explanation needed. They loud, they hyper, they fun. You should see a gay drunk dance battle, they will literally jump from a wall into a split, risking their lives for the applause and the laughter. And I live for it….

Love your reaction it's hilarious lol and btw filipino gays are so energetic that's why they are so hyper

“Are you guys not used to big poles down there???” … That’s literally a sport we play during festivals and celebrations- MAKE IT MAKE SENSE!!!! 😂😭😂😭😂 Edit: I’m trying my best to not be pissed because I know they didn’t grow up with our culture and that I don’t expect them to get it but I also can’t help but cringe at her being weirded out about things that are pretty common to us or things that excite us and maybe her attitude kinda bordered on nit-picking- :TTT

will you be reacting to the untucked aswell? it's coming out tomorrow

If you can’t hype yourself? How the hell are you gonna hype somebody else?? Amen!

this hair on you is GORGEOUS 😍

I don't know if anyone's pointed it out yet but I'm sure you know that money is majority of the issue here. Fully understand that it's not an excuse to deliver a cohesive look but it's definitely a factor in why there's a little bit of a disconnect regarding the quality of some looks. I think Jo Koy has a joke about how much a comedian makes in the Philippines. Fried chicken and flip flops. All that, to say that comedy is already not a well respected form of art here, imagine female impersonators and what they have to go through to get some coin. I hope that's worth noting and considering. Much love!

Its hard to climb the bamboo bec they put grease in it to make it challenging. It’s called “Palo Sebo” sebo means grease.

Nice commentary!

Not the skipping leg day!!!🤣🤣🤣

Youre so beautiful!!!!!!! I love your reaction mama

lmao not the pole shade 🤣

Will you also check out the untucked coming out tomorrow??

why didn't you do drag race France?

I just want your viewers especially your philippine viewers to just chill. It’s a reaction video. It’s understandable you can’t understand all of its reference. It’s nice that other viewers teach you more about the references but the others irritate me. They are just too proud of themselves

Oh my god miss thing,I'm sorry,you literally read essays about our country ahhahah Anyways,love❤️ I understand ur confusion hehe, Also yeah, Philippines comedy is mostly physical,so yes,to much energy always hehe❤️❤️❤️

This I think could be the first place to really defy Jan!!!

When are you reacting to Drag Race Spain?

energy is what we are known for so if you don't like it thats ok

Where can I stream it boo ?

Its gonna be like this the whole season ig. The comments will be flooded with explanantions of the references

THAT IS NOT THE STORY OF MY LIFE 😂😂😂💀

there so hype.. becoz thats how filipinos are... becoz its more fun in the philippines

Lady Morgana's hype attitude is a very common street gay kind of vibe, which makes all their interaction so funny. You need to watch the Miss Universe reactions from the Filipino gays to understand. The constant shouting when someone's name is called, like how the pageant girls react when they get their name called in the top 10 spot. It's so funny and energetic, which I don't think the other franchises have

THANK YOU FOR FREE WATCH HEREE IM JUST 12 YEARS OLD CANT BUY ITT DAD SAID HE GONNA BUY ME IN 28 HEHEHE

I think their reactions during the mini challenge while being called one by one is an exaggerated reference to how Filipino gay people reacts when top 10 is being announced in a gay pagaent. Filipino gays are known for being messy, smart, creative and expressive individuals. What you see here is just a tip of the iceberg hahahaahahah

Not you being into the look where she ran out of petals 💀

You should give them some slack and not base your opinions in comparison to other franchises especially with how high the standards in the US franchise is in now. This is literally its FIRST season. Drag Race isn’t even widespread here in the Philippines, local gays don’t know this show.

Check robin charrr in yt for sureee you would fine it useful 💕

Kindly also react to the untucked

They put a grease on the pole.

Girl needs to realize it takes more then just a pretty face and honestly there are other girls who are much more pretty in this competition.

also corazon's exit line wasn't translated very well. what she said was really not as pointed as "you're all sons of bitches." she said "mga cheche! cheche ng ina niyo!" which is really just playful and did not even contain any swearing. it i do not know how to translate it actually but it could be something like "sissies! you're all sissies of your moms!" like a typical "your mom" joke. "cheche" kind of means "nonsense." corazon cleared it up on an ig live apparently that she used the word to mean "sisters" though. "cheche ng ina niyo" is a watered-down swear. to make it a real swear, it should be "puki ng ina niyo." it's like saying "what the frick" instead of "what the fuck." the "ng ina niyo" has also been used elsewhere in the episodes like the round-up at the end of eps where they say "queen-ang ina niyo." whenever something with "ng/ang ina niyo" pops up, it's a watered down swear from "tangina niyo" (your mom's a whore) or "puki ng ina niyo" (your mom's vagina). also filipino (the language) isn't very gendered. our pronouns are gender neutral. and we only have one word for "child" as in we don't have separate words for "son" or "daughter." so the choice of the word "sons" is weird. it may come off to non-filipinos that corazon just called them men. there's none of that in her exit line at all. it's basically just a playful insult that's very close to but not a swear. so yeah, just a weird translation. corazon wasn't being mean during her exit.

I dont know why you are annoyed with noise and chaos. have you ever been to a bar?

totally random thought, but was anyone else uncomfortable with the way they were talking about turing during the mini challenge, referring to her as a roasted chicken i believe on a stick? like i know its a different culture but there were a lot of fatphobic comments being made in this episode

Too bad the pit crewnot looking cute

Di sya maka sabay sa vibes ng mga pinoy. Yan naman talaga nature ng mga pinoy happy lang. Di uso sa kanila political correctness and just have fun lang.

Stop explaining the references for people who dont get it. Filipinos love pleasing foreigners. Stop you guys. If she doesnt get the jokes, the references, thats because she is not the target audience. She is a spectator, an outsider looking in. She is not meant to get all of it. We all get it, we all get what the humour is. We get all the tagalog jokes and they make sense in OUR native tongue. No need to drop an essay explaining the queens and the show. Let them see it and see it for what it is.

You don't have to force yourself to watch this . . . DRPH really trying it's best knowing it filmed a year ago where Corana in the PH is worst and knowing the fact those queen's have no jobs really tried their best to show what they can present in the runway.

Whoever is doing the subtitles for this show is not doing a good job smh.

So far, I'm kinda underwhelmed with this season...especially the fashion. Maybe I'm comparing it to Drag Race Thailand where the fashion was insane. I will definitely keep watching and hopefully it will get better. Love you Val. ❤

you look like donita nose

The energy😩 it gaves me a cringe thingy... BTW that's how pinoy is... They're over energy ..

not sure about this reaction video, the comments are off which makes me think that she doesnt really like it and its not her standard drag race. lol

Target audience is Foreigners ,Filipino Audience is just a Bonus