Mark Reyes replaced as ‘Sang’gre’ director by Rico Gutierrez, Enzo Williams

(From left) Faith Da Silva, Kelvin Miranda, Bianca Umali and Angel Guardian. Image: Instagram/@gmaencantadia

Mark Reyes confirmed that he will be stepping down as the director of the upcoming fantasy drama “Sang’gre,” with Rico Gutierrez and Enzo Williams taking over his position.

The director said on GMA Entertainment’s official website on Monday, Nov. 4, that he was resigning and would, meanwhile, focus on “new major projects in 2025,” although details are yet to be announced.

“I am confirming that I have resigned from my duties as director of ‘Sanggre.’ At this time, I will be focusing on my other work commitments set for 2025 which will need my utmost attention,” Reyes said.

Without explaining his departure, Reyes said it’s a “complicated matter” while reiterating that the production needs to move forward as a way of “honoring the ‘Encantadia’ legacy.”

“I wish the cast, the staff, Direk Enzo [Williams], and Direk Rico [Gutierrez] the best of luck with the remaining work for Sanggre. Avisala Eshma,” he added.

Reyes has been the pillar of the “Encantadia” franchise since it first took off in 2005. He is the director of its series “Encantadia,” “Etheria,” “Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas” and “Encantadia 2016.”

He is also known for being the director of the dramas “The Half Sisters,” “My Korean Jagiya,” and “Voltes V: Legacy.”

Gutierrez, meanwhile, served as the director of the Kapuso shows “Heart World,” “Battle of the Judges,” “Agimat ng Agila” and “Running Man Philippines.” He also worked as the visual effects staff of the 2009 film “Ang Panday.”

Williams, on the other hand, is known for his work in “Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis” and “Maging Sino Ka Man.”

“Sang’gre,” a spin-off of the “Encantadia” series, was first confirmed in December 2021. Bianca Umali, Kelvin Miranda, Angel Guardian and Faith Da Silva will be taking on the titular keepers of their respective brilyantes. It will premiere sometime in 2025.

Sanya Lopez, Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia, Glaiza de Castro and Ruru Madrid – who are part of “Encantadia 2016’s” cast – will appear in the spin-off as guest stars.