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Kween Con at SM North EDSA

<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750860316155510974586_18509558686060789_263020323446915868_n a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @smnorthedsa</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Skydome at SM North EDSA transformed into a colored arch paradise as drag queens showed off their talents through the recently held “<strong>Kween Con</strong>,<strong></strong>” a pride celebration with creative acts and inspiring musings under the rainbow.</p><p>Hosted by <strong>Baus Rufo</strong>, “Kween Con“ wowed the crowd with appearances from every winner of the Philippine franchise of <em><strong>Drag Race Philippines</strong></em>: <strong>Precious Paula Nicole</strong> from S1, <strong>Captivating Katkat </strong>from S2, and <strong>Maxie Andreison</strong> from S3. Joining them were other Ru-girls—<strong>Angel Galang</strong>, <strong>Brigiding</strong>, <strong>Khianna with a K</strong>, <strong>Viñas Deluxe</strong>, <strong>Zymbading</strong>, <strong>Your Tita Baby</strong>, <strong>Hana Beshie</strong>, <strong>Arizona Brandy</strong>—<strong></strong>who all presented their iconic lip syncs. Also present at the occasion were PLDT Drag to Store S1 Winner <strong>Kieffy Nicole</strong> and PLDT Drag to Store S2 Winner <strong>Curvedilol Filipinas</strong>.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750861658538kween con 1.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Hana Beshie</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750861831221kween con 2.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Captivating Katkat</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750864983218kween con 6.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner"> Zymbading</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Every drag queen has a unique branding that reflects their self-expression of art and creativity. Some delivered campy performances, while others hit the stage with signature stunts, equally energizing the crowd. </p><p>More than the joy drag queens bring to their supporters, they also become an inspiration to everyone, uplifting the community through pride causes and escorting drag artistry to the mainstream. Khianna, the first runner-up from<em> Drag Race Philippines </em>Season 3, recounts her journey before joining the competition, motivating everyone to keep pursuing what they love.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750862251140kween con 8a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Khianna with a K<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750862339581kween con 7a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Angel Galang<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750862962838kween con 12a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Maxie Andreison</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>“You know what, when I was a child, <em>pangarap ko talaga maging </em>performer. If you have a dream, <em>i</em>-pursue <em>niyo talaga </em>because you will never know. And also, <em>sinasabi ni </em>Marina <em>na</em> ‘Dream big.’ Don’t limit yourself, dream big.”</p><p>Maxie expounded on the meaning of “dreams,” emphasizing that aspirations aren’t only for young people and that they come regardless of age and time: “<em>Ang pangarap ay hindi lang para sa mga bata.</em> <em>Hindi porke&#x27;t po matanda na kayo ay wala na kayo karapatan mangarap</em>. <em>Mangarap nang mangarap</em>, <em>lakihan niyo ‘yung pangarap niyo</em>, <em>at huwag na huwag kayong titigil hangga’t hindi niyo natutupad sa sarili niyo ‘yung pangarap niyo</em>. <em>Lagi kayong maniniwala sa sarili</em> [<em>niyo</em>]. <em>‘Wag kayong mapapagod—</em><em>matulog</em>, <em>kumain</em>, <em>mag</em>-rest, <em>pero patuloy pa rin sa</em> life.”</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750861808057kween con 3a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Viñas Deluxe, Precious Paula Nicole, and Brigiding</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Apart from the inspirational quotes, there is also friendship fostered over the years of being together. Precious Paula Nicole, Brigiding, and Vinas Deluxe, also known as <strong>Divine Divas</strong>, reminisced about their memories together—from being each other’s rival during the run of<em> Drag Race Philippines</em> Season 1 to the challenges that arose after the show.</p><p>Brigiding is the first one to share her heartfelt message for her friends, saying, “Every year, <em>mas nakikilala namin ‘yung isa’t-isa</em>. <em>Kung nu’ng una nakita niyo na ang saya-saya namin sa </em>S<em></em>eason 1 <em>tapos nagkaroon ng</em> Seasons 2 and 3. <em>Sa taon na ‘to ninyo makikita kung gaano katatag ‘yung </em>friendship <em>naming tatlo</em>. <em>Marami kaming gagawin na pasabog </em>this year. So please, <em>abangan niyo ‘yan</em>.”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750863255424kween con 11.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Brigiding<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750864732159kween con 10a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Viñas Deluxe<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750864911878kween con 4a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Precious Paula Nicole</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Viñas Deluxe then voiced out her admiration for her fellow drag queens, sharing, “You are my safety net. <em>Kumbaga mawala man lahat</em>, <em>makaaway ko man lahat ng</em> drag queens,<em> alam ko nandito ‘tong dalawang</em> sisters <em>ko</em>. And I’m so happy and inspired by them, <em>kaya gumaganda ang ating</em> drag is because <em>napapaligiran ako ng mga </em>amazing queens like them.”</p><p>Precious Paula Nicole also expressed her love for her sisters, describing a kind of friendship that feels like family: “<em>Matagal-tagal ko na kasi silang kaibigan</em>. <em>Si</em> Brigiding, <em>kaibigan ko</em> for 13 years. <em>Tapos si </em>Viñas for 10 years. So <em>alam mo</em>, <em>sabi ko nga</em>, <em>h</em><em>indi na sila p&#x27;wede mawala sa buhay ko</em>, <em>para na silang mga asawa at anak</em>.”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750865059859kween con 9.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner"> Arizona Brandy<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750865515627kween con 5a.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Your Tita Baby<br/><br/></span></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750865566106kween con 13.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner"> Kieffy Nicole and Curvedilol Filipinas</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>The queens also promote the upcoming season of <em>Drag Race Philippines </em>in its new format: Slaysian Royale. With renowned drag queens as part of the panel of judges, including Paolo Ballesteros, Marina Summers, Pangina Heels, Precious Paula Nicole, KaladKaren, Alyssa Edwards, Captivating Katkat, Sasha Colby, and Jimbo. The cast and premiere date are yet to be announced. Catch <em>Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale</em> exclusively at Wow Presents Plus.</p><div> </div><p>Photos from <strong>@smnorthedsa</strong></p>

<p>Skydome at SM North EDSA transformed into a colored arch paradise as drag queens showed off their talents through the recently held “<b>Kween Con</b>,” a pride celebration with creative acts and inspiring musings under the rainbow.</p>

Skydome at SM North EDSA transformed into a colored arch paradise as drag queens showed off their talents through the recently held “ Kween Con ,” a pride celebration with creative acts and inspiring musings under the rainbow.

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