Drag Race Mexico (2023)

Name: Drag Race Mexico
Rating: 7.0

TV-MA — Mature Audiences

Rating: 7.0

IMDb

Synopsis

In the Mexican spin-off from RuPaul's Drag Race, drag queens compete for the title of Mexico's Next Drag Superstar.

First Air Date: 2023-06-22

Last Air Date: 2024-09-05

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 24

Created By: RuPaul, Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato

Networks: MTV Latin America, WOW Presents Plus, Paramount+

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Top Cast

Lolita Banana as Self - Host / Judge
Óscar Madrazo as Self - Judge
Cristian Peralta as Self - Contestant
Regina Voce as Self - Contestant
Gala Varo as Self - Contestant
Matraka as Self - Contestant
Valentina as Self - Host / Judge
Taiga Brava as Self - Host / Judge
Elektra Vandergeld as Self - Contestant
Eva Blunt as Self - Contestant

Seasons

Season 1 (2023)

In the Mexican spin-off from RuPaul's Drag Race, hosted by Valentina and Lolita Banana, Drag Queens compete for the title of Mexico's Next Drag Superstar.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: My Land (2023-06-22)

The queens enter the Werkroom and get to know each other for the first time, preparing for the Sexy Piñata Mini Challenge. Then, they must dazzle the judges on the runway, showing where they come from. The category is: Mi Tierra. Christian Chavez guest judges.
Ep. 2: My Drag Quinceañera (2023-06-29)

The queens are faced with a Maxi Challenge that will test their originality and their ability to design with unconventional materials (and make them work all night long). They build a Quinceañera dress with party materials and convince the judges, including guest judge Rojstar, that their look is the best.
Ep. 3: Drag Business (2023-07-06)

The queens must work as a team. In the Mini Challenge, they will face each other in pairs to see who can devour the most tacos in the shortest time; for the Maxi Challenge, they must write a script for a publicity spot for a drag-related business. On the runway, the category is “La Noche de las Mil María Félix,” with guest judge Danna Paola.
Ep. 4: Dragapulco Shore: The Rusical (2023-07-13)

The library is open! It's time for the queens to sharpen their tongues, because the iconic Reading is Fundamental Mini Challenge is here. As if that wasn't enough, this week the queens work on the Rusical, “Dragapulco Shore,” and impress guest judge, Karime Pindter. On the runway, the category is Gold...and boy, will this lip sync be golden!
Ep. 5: Girl Band (2023-07-20)

In the Mini Challenge, each queen must drag a pair of traditional picudas boots and then pull out their best dance moves. In the Maxi Challenge, the queens form two girl bands, and each group must compose their own song and create their own choreography. On the runway, the category is Flowers of Mexico, and Alejandra Bogue is this week's guest judge.
Ep. 6: Snatch Game (2023-07-27)

The Mini Challenge surprises the queens and takes them out of their comfort zone, as they must make themselves up as Catrinas...without mirrors! But if this seems difficult...wait for what's next. One of the most dreaded challenges for many of the queens is the Snatch Game! The runway category is “Supernatural” and Mauricio Martínez guest judges. Speaking of supernatural...get ready for an out-of-this-world lip sync.
Ep. 7: Mexican Telenovela (2023-08-03)

The queens face a great acting challenge, where they act as the evilest villains in history in Telenovela Villa-no Más. In their most spectacular runway of the season, the category is: three telenovela dresses, one story, with guest judge, Alan Estrada.
Ep. 8: Levi’s Runway (2023-08-10)

The queens face off in the wrestling ring against each other. In the Maxi Challenge, they transform Levi’s into runway-worthy couture and guest judge Mabel Cadena helps decide who designed their look best!
Ep. 9: Spicy Roast (2023-08-17)

The Everybody Loves Puppets Mini Challenge brings to light more than one truth that no one dared to say. In the Maxi Challenge, we find out who the true comedy queens are. Guest judge Manu NNa joins the judging panel. This week, the runway gets very spicy.
Ep. 10: Latinas Makeover (2023-08-24)

Mexico, Chile, Colombia, and Venezuela present four new drag queens, which test the four semi-finalists’ skills to transform these newcomers. With the help of their new drag daughters, their runway presentation will determine who goes to the finale. Laura Carmine guest judges.
Ep. 11: The Reunion (2023-08-31)

The eliminated queens and finalists get a chance to talk sincerely with Lolita and Valentina, and discuss the best moments of the season. None of the four finalists can hold back tears after receiving messages of support from their families and friends. Who will be crowned Miss Congeniality?
Ep. 12: Grand Finale (2023-09-07)

A season full of emotions and talent comes to an end. The final interviews with Lolita and Valentina open a window into the souls of the queens and their lives outside the competition. On the runway, the finalists show their best drag looks and why they deserve to be on top.