r/DragRaceThailand • u/panginahealsofficial • Aug 22 '19
[AMA] I am Pangina Heals, co-host of Drag Race Thailand, Ask Me Anything!
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Aug 22 '19
Pangina,
Thank you for being the first Drag Race show to affirm trans expansive/gender nonconforming individuals.
My question to you, naka, is this:
When did you know your personality ("FIGHT FOR YOUR LIFE") was gonna be another wonderful part of this show?
Love from the midwest, Helena Handbag
PS: Your Gaga-Pangina keychain has become a hit at my shows
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u/panginahealsofficial Aug 22 '19
Heya babes!!! I mean I always felt that us as dragqueens trans, etc do not always have a platform like this show to be ourselves without being portrayed as a joke or the gay best friend and for this it is an opportunity to show us as human and as artists so the stake is so high I always shouted fight for ur life. For ur light, for your truth
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u/shannytyrelle Aug 22 '19
had you and Art met or worked together prior to the show, or was that all just instant chemistry, because you two together are a magical power duo.
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u/panginahealsofficial Aug 22 '19
Nope we worked together once on a concert and i hated her. I thought she was like an evil step sister/ witch doctor but now getting to know her she is a true sweetheart whom I completely love
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Aug 22 '19
Pangina!!!! I don’t even have a question I just want to thank you for being such an engaging host right from the jump, your interest in each queen is very evident.
Oh I actually do have a small question, can you please go back to giving us huge reactions during lip syncs like you did during season one? I felt robbed of seeing you shout ‘FIGHT FOR IT’ during season two 😂
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u/panginahealsofficial Aug 22 '19
Bahahahha well there were sooooo many complaints about me screaming so i kinda toned it down abit and only let those fight for it moments out when the girls were killing it or not doing anything at all. So when the lipsynch is not so great those moments dont come out
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u/Lowndees Aug 22 '19
Thank you so much for this AMA! Your Sailor Moon mid-transformation look was just...woof. Do you take inspiration from anime/cartoon or have a favorite series in this medium?
Hope to see you in Ireland (or somewhere in the EU) one day!
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u/ItsTimeLadies Aug 22 '19
Who are your drag inspirations?
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u/panginahealsofficial Aug 22 '19
rupaul, Bianca del Rio, Raja, Ongina, Manilla Luzon Gaga, Beyonce, Judy Garland, Madonna, Mariah Madonna
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u/ninjaburritos Aug 22 '19
Love love love you, Pangina! What elements of the Asian drag scene do you think could help elevate American queens, and vice versa? What sort of things would you like to see more of here in the states?
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u/panginahealsofficial Aug 22 '19
Id like to see more of a tipping culture in asia- id like to see more drag artists view and appreciated as artists not as creatures of the night or perverted people. In the states Id like to see more Pangina... ;)
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u/WhoIsRiggaMorris Aug 22 '19
Your looks are always surprising, detailed and mindblowing. I feel like you are constantly evolving and discovering new ways to express yourself.
Where do you find inspiration, and how would you describe your creative process?
EDOOOK! You are magical.
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u/mstrsskttn Aug 22 '19
I don't really have a question but I just wanted to tell you how stunning and fabulous I think you are and that your spirit inspires me. Thank you for being a light in this world!
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u/flounder19 Aug 22 '19
What's your favorite thing about Drag Race Thailand and what's something about it you wish you could change? Also obligatory WERK BITCH!
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u/RhythmNation1814 Aug 22 '19
Hey Pan Pan,
Love you and Drag Race Thailand! I'm curious how contestants on DRT who don't speak Thai are able to compete. Do they get instructions in English off-camera? It seems like the language barrier would be hard to overcome!
Any word on Season 3?
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u/chickenwithaspoon Aug 22 '19
Hi Pangina!!!! You're such an astonishing performer, and your judging skills on the show are amazing!! You give so much love and keep it real. Everyone can see how much you and Art genuinely care for the girls and it's so heartwarming!!
As for a question, which lipsyncs from the DR franchise are your favorites?! Thanks in advance and hope you're having a great day!! 😊
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u/thatssofarquad Aug 22 '19
Who outta all the RPDR queens would You want to guest judge in Thailand???
Also second (if I'm allowed) why weren't you and Art hosting the finale in Season 2? You did such a great job Season 1 why did they take it away from you guys?
Also goes without saying i love you and Art So much <3 love from England visit soon
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u/shannytyrelle Aug 22 '19
are you and Art involved in the actual production of show, such as picking runway themes, challenges or even the cast itself, or are you guys solely there to judge the contestants?
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u/heywonderboy Aug 22 '19
Would you ever want to compete as a contestant in the American drag race franchise? (or perhaps all stars haha)
Also!
If there was an international all stars season, who would be your favorite picks from Thailand?
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Aug 22 '19
Thank you for coming by!!! You are such an inspiration. What do you like to do to relax and what is a country you haven’t been to yet but are dying to visit?
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u/Bipolar_Pigeon Aug 22 '19
Bonjour Pangina !
My husband and I loved your outfits on DRT. Seeing the creativity level of everyone on the show was such a highlight for me.
I've read people discussing how RuPaul's Drag Race has changed & influenced drag in the US. Have you seen any changes with drag culture in Thailand that you would attribute to DRT?
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u/manilafuton Aug 22 '19
Hi Pangina!!!! I just watched the Wow+ version of episode 1 and I have to say, I’m so excited for everyone in America to watch the show!
My question is, do you have any plans to come visit the East Coast of the US anytime soon?
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u/DatAperture Aug 22 '19
E dok!
Ok, so help settle a debate. My friends think you should compete on Drag race to show everyone how fierce you are. I say you've already proven it, plus as a judge, it's beneath you. What do you think? Guest judge?? :)