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RuPaul's Drag Race UK S3E1 Review: Bob & Monét React to "The Return of Royalty"

Sibling RivalrySeptember 29, 202126 min316,827 views
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Initial Impressions and Cast

  • 👑 Bob and Monét begin their review of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3, Episode 1, "The Return of Royalty."
  • 🗣️ They express a desire for guests who understand UK drag culture for future episodes, specifically mentioning UK queens over Thorgy Thor.
  • 📏 The hosts note the large number of contestants (12) and the significant number of looks to review (36).

Runway Looks: A Critical Breakdown

  • 💚 Veronica Green's green look is criticized for being splotchy and not well-executed, despite a potential Wicked reference.
  • 💖 Kitty Scott Claws receives mixed reactions, with her large shoulder pads being a point of contention, though her talking heads are praised for comedy.
  • 🏠 Scarlett Harlot is described as giving understated, "housewifey" drag, reminiscent of Season 1's Veronica Green, but not particularly groundbreaking.
  • 🦩 Vanity Milan's outfit is deemed too busy, with too many elements combined, detracting from a potentially cute idea.
  • 🌟 Ella Vaday is praised for her drag name and a yellow dress look, though compared unfavorably to Miz Cracker.
  • 🇬🇧 Choriza May stands out with a strong entrance line about being an immigrant and is appreciated for not taking herself too seriously; her look is liked despite minor fit issues.
  • 🎭 Victoria Scone is lauded for her campy, Edna Mode-inspired drag and excellent proportions, with her AFAB status highlighted.
  • 🇪🇬 Anubis's look, inspired by Egyptian heritage, is disliked for its execution and hair, with a fur coat being deemed inappropriate for the werkroom.
  • 💎 Crystal Versace is stunning, described as a mix of Raven and Aquaria, with her first look (cage concept) being a favorite for one host and her second (leopard print) for the other.
  • 🌹 Charity Case is highly praised for her rose-themed look with thorny gloves, considered one of the best of the night.

Challenges and Eliminations

  • 🎲 The hosts discuss RuPaul's love for the "dirty charades" game, noting Choriza May's strong performance despite language barriers.
  • 🎤 The lip sync for survival between Elektra Fence and Anubis is discussed, with Elektra declared the clear winner, leading to Anubis's elimination.
  • 🏆 Potential top contenders for the season are identified as Charity Case and Victoria Scone, with Crystal Versace's comedic ability questioned.

Sibling Rivalry Banter

  • 😂 Bob and Monét engage in their usual playful banter, discussing Thorgy Thor and their personal styles.
  • 🌿 Monét expresses support for Bob's sobriety, playfully questioning Bob's happiness if they were to relapse.
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