New Delhi : After more than fifteen years of redefining nightlife, championing self-expression and creating one of India’s most iconic queer cultural movements, Kitty Su enters its most transformative chapter yet. On 22 August 2026, Kitty Su Beauty officially makes its debut as India’s first queer-led beauty brand, expanding the Kitty Su universe beyond nightlife and into beauty, fashion and culture.
The landmark unveiling takes place at The Crystal Ballroom, The LaLiT New Delhi, where Kitty Su Beauty Presents The Battle Royale II will serve as both the official launch of the brand’s debut lipstick collection and the biggest edition yet of India’s premier drag performance competition. More than a product launch or a performance showcase, the evening celebrates the evolution of Kitty Su into a movement where beauty meets nightlife, artistry and unapologetic self-expression.
Beginning with its first lipstick collection, Kitty Su Beauty will continue to expand into a larger beauty portfolio, carrying forward the values that have defined Kitty Su for over a decade, individuality, inclusivity, confidence and fearless creativity.
Five Editions. One Growing Legacy.
While titled The Battle Royale II, the event represents the fifth chapter in the Battle Royale story.
The journey began during Kitty Su’s landmark 14th Kittyversary in New Delhi with the inaugural Battle Royale before evolving into the Battle Royale Halftime Show in Delhi. The competition then travelled across the country with the Mumbai Edition at Kitty Su and the Bengaluru Edition at Kitty Ko, establishing itself as India’s leading platform dedicated to drag excellence.
Each edition has discovered remarkable performers while creating a national stage where drag artists from across India compete, collaborate and celebrate queer performance culture.
This year’s edition brings together winners, fan favourites and rising stars from across the country for the most competitive Battle Royale to date.
India’s Biggest Lip-Sync Showdown
Inspired by the world’s most celebrated drag competitions while proudly rooted in Indian drag culture, The Battle Royale II is a high-energy lip-sync championship where contestants battle through multiple elimination rounds before two finalists face one another for the ultimate title.
Each performance will be judged on charisma, lip-sync precision, creativity, storytelling, stage presence, and overall performance impact.
Just when audiences believe the competition has reached its climax, Battle Royale introduces an unexpected twist: a mystery wildcard entrant who will dramatically change the course of the championship and challenge the finalists for a place in the ultimate showdown.
An Iconic Line-Up
Returning as Emcee is Betta Naan Stop, one of India’s most celebrated drag artists and the creative force who has helped shape Battle Royale since its inception.
The judging panel features:
● Zeesh
● Lush Monsoon
● Rakhi Sawant
Together, they bring expertise spanning drag, live performance, entertainment and popular culture.
Meet the Contestants
This year’s finalists represent some of the finest drag talent from across India.
Velvet Vortex returns after being crowned the winner of Battle Royale Mumbai, proving herself as one of the country’s strongest live performers with a commanding stage presence and polished performance style.
Representing the legendary House of Sins, Noor Sins carries forward one of Indian drag’s most celebrated legacies. The House has already left an indelible mark on Battle Royale history, with Diva Sins winning the inaugural Battle Royale and Seventeen Sins, the House Mother, claiming victory at the Battle Royale Halftime Show. Noor now steps onto the stage determined to continue that remarkable winning tradition.
Making her highly anticipated Battle Royale debut is Dark Fantasy, the acclaimed Bengaluru-based drag artist known for theatrical, high-concept performances. Widely recognised within the southern drag community, she brings her distinctive artistic vision to the competition for the very first time.
Also representing Bengaluru is Miss Bhenji, affectionately known as the city’s comic queen. Beloved for her razor-sharp humour, crowd interaction and electrifying stage performances, she combines comedy with commanding performance energy in a way few artists can.
Representing Delhi is Amit The Shining Star, who enters the competition through a coveted direct entry. A charismatic entertainer with a growing reputation on the capital’s performance circuit, Amit arrives determined to prove himself among the country’s finest drag performers.
Completing the line-up is Trixie Prema, the reigning Battle Royale Bengaluru Champion, whose infectious energy, fearless stage presence and winning momentum make her one of the favourites heading into this year’s championship.
Spectacular Performances
Beyond the competition, audiences will also witness performances by some of India’s most exciting queer performers including:
● Seventeen Sins
● Colen Prince Agastya
● Aashish & Kapil
Together, they promise an evening of unforgettable artistry, music and celebration.
The Ultimate Prize
The winner of The Battle Royale II will receive:
● The iconic Battle Royale Crown
● The Championship Sceptre
● Official Winner’s Sash
● A fully sponsored luxury stay for two at any hotel within The LaLiT Hotels portfolio
● Exclusive Kitty Su Beauty hampers
● Luxury hampers from The LaLiT
● Premium wellness experiences from Spiceology
● A place on the official Battle Royale Winners Tour, performing across Kitty Su destinations around India
Voices Behind the Movement
Speaking about the relaunch, Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, said:
“From day one, Kitty Su has been about people owning their identity, walking into a room and simply being, without fear, without judgement, without having to explain themselves. That’s how it became a movement of hope for my community, one night, one performance, one person at a time. With Kitty Su Beauty, we’re building on that legacy in a new way, extending that same freedom into beauty and self-expression. It’s more than a launch for me. It’s my way of giving back to my queens, who made Kitty Su what it is today.
As India’s first queer-led beauty brand, we want to create products that celebrate individuality while continuing to build experiences that bring people together. Launching Kitty Su Beauty alongside The Battle Royale II feels incredibly meaningful because both celebrate confidence, creativity, and the transformative power of self-expression.”
Cyril Feuillebois – Founder, Kitty Su Beauty
“KittySu Beauty has been years in the making. It was born from the same spirit that built KittySu—a place where individuality, drag artistry and unapologetic self-expression have always belonged. Keshav and I built this dream conversation by conversation, night by night, and seeing it finally come to life feels incredibly special.
Launching India’s first queer-led beauty brand during Battle Royale II felt like the perfect way to begin this chapter. The competition has always celebrated some of the country’s most fearless drag artists and the creativity, talent and resilience that define our community, so there couldn’t have been a more meaningful stage for our first reveal.
This brand belongs to everyone who’s ever found confidence through makeup, performance or simply by embracing who they are. For so many people, KittySu was the first place where they felt seen without explanation, celebrated without judgment and free to exist exactly as they are. If KittySu Beauty can carry even a fraction of that feeling into someone’s everyday life, then we’ve created something far more meaningful than makeup. To me, that’s what acceptance, creativity and community have always been about—not just giving people a place to belong, but reminding them they always deserved to.”
Hash Brownie
“I’ve spent years doing makeup on myself and other artists, so I knew exactly how I wanted these products to feel. Every formula had to perform under stage lights, survive long nights, and still feel effortless enough for everyday wear. That balance became the foundation of KittySu Beauty. More than anything, I wanted to create makeup that gives people the confidence to express themselves without ever feeling like they have to fit into someone else’s idea of beauty.”
Betta Naan Stop, Emcee and Curator, said:
“From the very beginning, our dream was to build India’s own drag lip-sync battle—a platform that could celebrate the incredible talent within our community while creating opportunities that simply didn’t exist before. Watching Battle Royale grow from one competition in Delhi into a national platform travelling across cities has been incredibly emotional. This year’s edition is our biggest, most ambitious and most exciting yet.”
Judge Zeesh added:
“Battle Royale has become one of the country’s most exciting drag platforms because it rewards originality just as much as technical excellence. Every performer brings a completely different perspective, and that’s what makes judging this competition so exciting year after year.”
Velvet Vortex said:
“Winning Battle Royale Mumbai changed everything for me. Returning to compete on this national stage is both an honour and a challenge, and I can’t wait to show everyone how much I’ve grown.”
Noor Sins shared:
“Being part of the House of Sins comes with both pride and responsibility. We have a legacy within Battle Royale, and I’m excited to carry that story forward while creating one of my own.”
Miss Bhenji added:
“The audience should expect glamour, laughter and complete madness. I’m here to entertain, surprise and hopefully leave everyone wanting more.”
Trixie Prema concluded:
“Winning Battle Royale Bengaluru gave me confidence beyond anything I imagined. Now I’m ready to represent my city on the biggest Battle Royale stage yet.”
A New Era Begins
With the launch of Kitty Su Beauty, Kitty Su embarks on a bold new journey where beauty, nightlife, drag, fashion and culture exist within one ever-evolving ecosystem.
Beginning with its debut lipstick collection and expanding into a future beauty line, Kitty Su Beauty aims to bring the fearless spirit of Kitty Su to every corner of the country while continuing to create spaces where individuality is celebrated without compromise.
On 22 August 2026, The Crystal Ballroom at The LaLiT New Delhi will become the stage where that future officially begins.