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RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World: Season 2 Premiere (BBC Three Friday 9 February 2024)
The highly anticipated Season 2 premiere of “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World” is set to grace our screens on Friday, 9 February 2024 at 9:00pm on BBC Three. This successful spin-off of the hit show “Drag Race UK” takes competition to new heights as renowned drag queens from around the world descend upon the UK arena to challenge fan favorites from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.
In the long-awaited Season 2 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World,” contestants from diverse cultures and drag scenes come together with a shared aspiration: to bring glory to their countries by claiming the esteemed title of Queen of the Mothertucking World. This season introduces an exciting twist by offering a cash prize alongside the prestigious crown.
As the queens step onto the grand stage in the United Kingdom, they not only meet their fellow competitors but also have their first encounter with Mama Ru. Prior to embarking on their journey, Mama Ru takes a keen interest in familiarizing herself with each queen. Their inaugural challenge demands that they showcase their exceptional talents through a variety show that befits none other than RuPaul himself.
Joining Mama Ru on the judging panel are celebrity guest Richard E. Grant, known for his acting prowess and passion for drag race culture, along with regular judges Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.
With so much talent assembled from across continents, many questions linger:
– Who will impress Mama Ru with their performance?
– Who will find themselves in danger of landing in the bottom?
– Which queens will rise above all others and claim top honors?
– And ultimately, which queen will be forced to sashay away?
Nothing is assured; no contestant can rest easy. In a shrewd twist that keeps everyone guessing until the end, it is ultimately up to two top-performing queens to engage in an electrifying lip-sync battle. The victor earns the privilege of eliminating one of the queens in the bottom.
Truly, with such fierce competition, any queen could seize the crown and claim victory. As the games commence, let us bear witness to this highly anticipated season and celebrate as the best drag queen triumphs!
Featured image credit: BBC Three