As the queens reflect on why they do drag, Siam PhuSri shares where she draws her inspiration from and, like the others, expresses how deeply drag holds meaning in her life. “The more you do drag, the more you appreciate those who do drag. This is not easy, and it takes a lot of effort. I have seen everyone’s effort. I see everyone’s hard work, and I am so glad of my Asian roots because I learnt from so many professionals from around here.”

For viewers of Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale, Siam PhuSri promises performances that go beyond entertainment. This time, she aims to offer a deeply personal and heartfelt expression of her journey as an artist.

“I want people to see more of who I am. A lot of people start doing drag because they want a job or they want to make money. But for me, those things are secondary. I do drag to humanise myself. I started because of my best friend, who took her own life. I want to be present, to be there for her, and for others like her,” she says. 

She shares that drag has played a crucial role in helping her manage her emotions and navigate difficult times. “If you’re not happy with the life you’re living right now, drag can be a way to create a new version of yourself. It allows you to become someone else, or someone you relate to, someone you love. I want to stand here and tell people that if you’re feeling lost, sad or unsure about life, look at me. I’ll be here for you. And I believe people will find their path by seeing me walk mine.”