‘Encantadia’ on Viu PH

GMA Network’s iconic fantasy drama series “Encantadia” is set to cast its magic on audiences anew when it comes to Viu Philippines on Aug. 12.

The popular 2016 series stars Marian Rivera as Ynang Reyna Mine-a, Glaiza de Castro as Pirena, Sanya Lopez as Danaya, Gabbi Garcia as Alena and Kylie Padilla as Amihan, together with John Arcilla as Hagorn.

The series is set in the magical world of Encantadia, where four royal sisters, called Sang’gres, guard gemstones that ensure peace and harmony throughout the Kingdom of Lireo. Each Sang’gre controls a gemstone of fire, air, water or earth.

The Sang’gres of “Encantadia” (from left): Gabbi Garcia, Glaiza de Castro, Kylie Padilla and Sanya Lopez —GMA NETWORK

Though the sisters have a strong bond, one of them will eventually be the leader of the kingdom. Pirena, as the eldest, is expected to rule one day, but her ambition and hunger for power worry their mother, Ynang Reyna Mine-a.

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Conflict arises, and peace is shattered when Pirena’s biological father, Hagorn, the evil king of Hathoria known for his dark magic, decides to use the four gemstones to conquer Encantadia.

With “Encantadia” coming to Viu Philippines, fans can enjoy the series once more while a new generation of audiences will have a new program to binge-watch beginning Aug. 12.