Stars Share Desired Magical Powers in Encantadia Chronicles Sanggre
What if you could wield one magical power every day? This intriguing question was posed to the stars of “Encantadia Chronicles: Sanggre”—Bianca Umali, Kelvin Miranda, Faith Da Silva, and Angel Guardian—during a recent interview at GMA Studios in Quezon City.
Faith candidly shared, “I want to have a super power sa pag-iisip. Kasi minsan yung isip ko buffer. Kailangan ko ng talas sa pag-iisip.” She desires sharper thinking to keep up with life’s challenges. Angel added a lighter wish: “Siguro the power to eat what I want everyday pero hindi ako mabubusog at tataba.” She joked about eating without gaining weight, a fact Faith humorously confirmed.
Kelvin offered a more introspective choice: “Ako gusto kong power is reading the mind of others. It’s for good naman. Madalas, I worry kung ano ang iniisip ng iba sa akin.” He hopes to understand others’ thoughts to ease his worries. Meanwhile, Bianca’s wish was heartfelt: “It may sound cliche, but I want to have the power of peace. Like kung may makikita kang tao na malungkot and then bibigyan mo siya ng kapayapaan and then okay na sya. Yun lang.” She wants to bring peace to troubled souls.
Training Rigor and Challenges Behind the Scenes
After a demanding two-year production, “Encantadia Chronicles: Sanggre” is ready to captivate audiences. The fantasy series invites viewers into a mesmerizing world of magic, conflict, and the quest for harmony among enchanted kingdoms.
The cast revealed their intense preparation. Faith said, “We have a team that trained us. Pero kanya kanya kami ng weapons na ginagamit sa series. So aside from the team, we train individually. Puspusan talaga ang pagbubuhat sa gym. Lahat na yata ng endurance exercises na-practice namin para lumabas yung strength namin. Ang pinaka-maganda nun ay naging fit kami lahat.”
Kelvin detailed his physical and emotional preparation: “When it was announced that we would be part of the series, nag-start na akong mag-training sa boxing, combat sports, and kickboxing. Nag-aral din ako humawak ng sword. Mahirap because hindi ako marunong humawak ng espada or baril. Noong nagstart kami training with the team, doon lang ako nakapag-adjust. Kulang pa pala yung personal training ko. Hindi lang pala physical, dapat ready ka rin sa emotions because when you fight, dapat galing din yun sa emotion. Yun ang mga adjustments ko.”
Despite the rigorous training, the actors faced minor injuries. Faith and Kelvin shared they were accidentally hit during filming but thankfully escaped serious harm. Bianca expressed gratitude for the safety on set, recalling, “Mahirap kapag major injury ang nangyari sa two years na nagstart kami ng taping.”
Long Preparation and Dedication
Bianca also revealed her early commitment: “That was how long the preparation was for me until it was announced in 2023,” highlighting the dedication required for the project.
Meaning and Message Behind Encantadia Chronicles Sanggre
For Faith, the series symbolizes hope, reminding everyone that good ultimately conquers evil: “It’s a sign of hope na ang kabutihan ay mananalo pa rin as compared sa kasamaan.”
Kelvin emphasized the relatable human aspects within the fantasy, saying, “May kanya-kanyang kaming characteristics na pinapakita, pinagdadaanan at pinang-gagalingan kung saan nakaka-relate ang mga viewers. Yun ang gusto naman iparating na hindi lamang puro magic ang ‘Encantadia’ kundi may human touch din at may emotions.”
Bianca added, “Encantadia” represents an open world where everyone can belong. “It stands for representation, the magic that we have, and ages. There is no limit, and you can be in between both worlds,” she explained.
Legacy of Magic, Love, and Power
Following two decades of enchanting storytelling, GMA Network continues the legacy with “Encantadia Chronicles: Sanggre,” premiering June 16. The show stars Bianca Umali as Terra, keeper of the Earth Gem, who balances life between the human world and Encantadia as a superhero.
Alongside her are Faith da Silva as the flame keeper Flamarra, Angel Guardian as the Air Gem keeper Deia, and Kelvin Miranda as Diwang Adamus, keeper of the Water Gem. The saga unfolds with the rise of the Ice Princess Mitena, portrayed by Rhian Ramos, whose wrath challenges the new guardians.
Encantadia Chronicles: Sanggre also reunites the 2016 lead cast and introduces new characters from both the human and magical realms, creating a rich tapestry of stories that blend fantasy with human emotion.
More Than Magic: Family and Strength
The series aims to inspire through vivid storytelling, highlighting the power of family and the courage to fight for what is right. Produced by a dedicated creative team and directed by acclaimed directors, it airs weeknights at 8 p.m. on GMA Prime and streams globally.
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