“The girls are all really disappointed,” a prominent Drag Queen tells YOUR EX
A major cast leak has revealed the rumoured queens set to compete on Drag Race Down Under Vs The World – and while it’s stacked with stars from across the globe, there’s a notable omission that’s turning heads: not a single queen currently based in New Zealand is reportedly competing.
This is a surprising twist for fans, especially considering Drag Race Down Under was filmed in New Zealand for all four of its regular seasons. While former contestants Flor and Nikita Iman are listed in the leak, both are no longer NZ-based — Flor is now in the UK, and Nikita is currently living in Australia.
This new spin-off is said to be filming in Portugal — another shake-up for the franchise, marking the first time a Down Under production has relocated filming to Europe.
YOUR EX spoke to a number of New Zealand’s most prominent and connected queens about the casting. They all expressed shock and disappointment that Aotearoa has been overlooked. “The girls are all really disappointed,” one prominent queen told YOUR EX.
Here’s the full leaked lineup, blending fan favourites and global talent:
- Art Simone (Drag Race Down Under)
- Flor (Down Under – now UK-based)
- Vybe (Down Under)
- Nikita Iman (Down Under – now Australia-based)
- Coco Jumbo (Down Under)
- LaLa Ri (Drag Race US)
- Nicole Paige Brooks (Drag Race US)
- Michael Marouli (Drag Race UK)
- M1ss Jade So (Drag Race Philippines)
- Estrella Xtravaganza (Drag Race España)
While nothing is officially confirmed, these leaks have proven to be highly accurate in the past, leaving fans to buzz with anticipation — and perhaps a hint of disappointment from Kiwi drag supporters hoping to see local representation on the international stage.
Drag Race Down Under Vs The World promises high drama, fierce competition, and international flair – but New Zealand queens may just have to wait their turn once again..
