Gabbi Garcia as Alena in the 2016 version of “Encantadia.” Screenshot from IMDb / Encantadia
Gabbi Garcia wore the expression of a fangirl as she spoke about her excitement to reprise her character Sang’gre Alena in the upcoming “Encantadia” spinoff series “Sang’gre.”
Hinting that she would be using a set of “new weapons” in the series, Garcia told reporters on the sidelines of a brand event that portraying the beloved character makes her “feel nostalgic.” She was also accompanied by fellow Kapuso actress Ysabel Ortega.
“It hasn’t even started yet but I feel so nostalgic about it. Grabe (Wow). Just fitting the costumes alone and holding our new weapons, brings back so many memories. At the same time, you look forward to many new memories as well with a new cast,” she said.
The Mark Reyes-helmed series centers around a new generation of Sang’gres, namely Terra (Bianca Umali), Adamus (Kelvin Miranda), Deia (Angel Guardian), Flamarra (Faith Da Silva).
According to the series’ storyline, Adamus is said to be the son of Alena, who was portrayed by Garcia in the 2016 reboot. The beloved character was originally played by Karylle in 2005.
Garcia said she’s “excited” to bring life to Alena for the second time, as the character “brought so much meaning” to her acting career and personal life.
“I’m just excited to be Alena again. This character brought so much meaning to my life. To be able to relive those experiences, it makes me think of why am I here in the industry. I’m really, really excited,” she said.
Garcia will reportedly be joined by her fellow Sang’gres Kylie Padilla, Glaiza de Castro, and Sanya Lopez in the series, although it remains unknown how their storylines will continue from the 2016 series.
“Sang’gre” is the fifth installment of the “Encantadia” franchise series which gained a cult following since its inception in 2005. It started with “Encantadia,” “Etheria” (2005), “Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas” (2006), and “Encantadia (2016).”
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