Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre

Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre is an upcoming Philippine television drama fantasy series to be broadcast by GMA Network. The series serves as a spin-off to the Philippine television series Encantadia. Directed by Rico Gutierrez and Enzo Williams, it stars Bianca Umali in the title role.

Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre
An image set in a cocktail bar, featuring Faith Da Silva, Glaiza de Castro, Gabbi Garcia, Kelvin Miranda, Bianca Umali, Sanya Lopez, Kylie Padilla and Angel Guardian with a glowing gem hovering over one of their hands.
Title card
GenreFantasy drama
Based onEncantadia
by Suzette Doctolero
Written by
  • Suzette Doctolero
  • Anna Aleta Nadela
  • Jake Somera
  • Ays de Guzman
Directed by
  • Rico Gutierrez
  • Enzo Williams
Creative directors
StarringBianca Umali
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
Production
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Production companyGMA Entertainment Group
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
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Premise

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A young girl grows up in the world of the mortals, unknowingly she is the lost offspring of Sang'gre Danaya – the queen of Encantadia.[1]

Cast and characters

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Cast
Glaiza de Castro
Kylie Padilla
Gabbi Garcia
Sanya Lopez
Lead cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Development

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Encantadia is a 2005 Philippine television series broadcast by GMA Network. Created by Suzette Doctolero, it starred Sunshine Dizon, Iza Calzado, Karylle, Diana Zubiri, Dingdong Dantes and Jennylyn Mercado. The series led to two television series, Etheria: Ang Ikalimang Kaharian ng Encantadia (2005–06) and Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas (2006) which both served as sequels. In 2016, a reboot television series premiered, under the same title. It starred Glaiza de Castro, Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia and Sanya Lopez.[19] On December 31, 2021, the television series Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre was announced for a 2022 release for GMA Network, acting as a spin-off to the reboot series.[20] On December 29, 2023, the series was delayed to 2024.[21]

Pre-production

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The series is written by Doctolero. R.J. Nuevas serves as the creative director. Screenwriters Ricky Lee, Anna Aleta Nadela, Jake Somera, Ays de Guzman and program manager Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria are also a part of the production team.[22][23] Initially Mark A. Reyes was hired as the director and later left the series in November 2024. Rico Gutierrez and Enzo Williams served as his replacement.[24]

Casting

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In October 2023, Philippine actress Bianca Umali's photo from the series was released at San Diego Comic-Con.[25] Philippine actor Kelvin Miranda and Philippine actresses Faith da Silva and Angel Guardian were announced in the same month.[26] In November, Philippine actress Rhian Ramos was cast as the series' villainess, Mitena.[3]

Production

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Principal photography commenced in October 2023.[27]

References

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  1. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (May 5, 2022). "Here's what you need to know about Sang'gre, Encantadia spin-off". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  2. ^ "Bianca Umali to play Danaya's daughter in Sang'gre". Rappler. October 24, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  3. ^ a b Lemit, Kathleen A. (November 4, 2023). "'Where's Cassandra?': Rhian Ramos to play ice queen in upcoming Encantadia show". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  4. ^ Anoc, Aimee Anoc (January 16, 2024). "Bianca Manalo, sumalang na sa fight training para sa Sang'gre". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c d e f g Anoc, Aimee (November 7, 2023). "Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre Story Conference". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  6. ^ Donato, Jerry (January 11, 2024). "Faith Da Silva is ready to look and play the part of a Sang'gre". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  7. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (October 30, 2023). "Iza Calzado lends daughter Deia's name to Angel Guardian for Sang'gre". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  8. ^ Solis, Lolit (November 28, 2023). "Mga bagong Sang'gre, kinasasabikan!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  9. ^ "Sparkle introduces the powerhouse of beautiful women of Sparkle 10". SunStar. February 16, 2024. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  10. ^ Acar, Aedrianne (November 22, 2023). "Luis Hontiveros grows hair for upcoming project". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  11. ^ Solis, Lolit (December 19, 2023). "Bianca at Sanya,umpisa na bilang Sang'gre!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  12. ^ "Glaiza de Castro, Rhian Ramos join cast of GMA's Sang'gre". Rappler. November 5, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  13. ^ Javier, Kristian Eric (July 4, 2024). "Kylie Padilla, nagsimula na ng taping para sa Sang'gre". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  14. ^ Anoc, Aimee (July 10, 2024). "Gabbi Garcia nang maisuot ang costume sa Sang'gre: 'Parang automatic si Alena ulit ako'". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  15. ^ Roque, Nika (August 27, 2024). "Ruru Madrid back on Sang'gre set as Ybrahim". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  16. ^ "It's official: Rocco Nacino will return as 'Aquil' in Sang'gre". GMA Network. November 3, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  17. ^ Llemit, Kathleen A. (June 21, 2024). "Solenn Heussaff raring to go back to acting via Encantadia Sanggre". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  18. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (August 15, 2024). "Nesthy Petecio, makakasali sa Sang'gre dahil kay Diana Zubiri". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  19. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (July 14, 2016). "Encantadia 2016 Sneak Peek: Five highlights to look forward to in pilot episode". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  20. ^ Abad, Ysa (January 26, 2022). "GMA's Encantadia gets spin-off series". Rappler. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  21. ^ "Sang'gre all-star teaser to be shown at GMA's Kapuso Countdown to 2024". GMA Network. December 29, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  22. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (January 25, 2022). "Legendary screenwriter Ricky Lee joins creative team of Sang'gre". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  23. ^ "Sang'gre first concept art revealed at San Diego Comic-Con". GMA Network. July 23, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  24. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (November 4, 2024). "Rico Gutierrez, Enzo Williams replace Mark Reyes in Sang'gre". PEP. Retrieved November 4, 2024.
  25. ^ Bote, Jia (October 26, 2023). "Bianca Umali to star in Encantadia spin-off series Sang'gre". Daily Tribune. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  26. ^ Baylon, Kriztynne Joy (October 27, 2023). "Faith Da Silva, Angel Guardian, Kelvin Miranda join Bianca Umali in Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre". PEP. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
  27. ^ Almazan, Faye (October 14, 2023). "Direk Mark Reyes shares 'new weaponry' for upcoming filming of Sang'gre". GMA Network. Retrieved September 3, 2024.
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