Encantadia (2016 TV series)

Directed by Mark A. Reyes, it stars Glaiza de Castro, Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia and Sanya Lopez.

Four sisters – Pirena, Amihan, Alena and Danaya — guard the gems that hold the power to maintain peace and harmony in the world of Encantadia.

[16] Suzette Doctolero, who created Encantadia remained as concept creator and head writer for the series.

Klea Pineda and Migo Adecer also joined the cast as part of their prize after winning StarStruck.

[26] On April 4, 2016, it was announced Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia, Sanya Lopez and Glaiza de Castro were hired for the lead roles.

[33] In July 2016, Miguel Tanfelix joined the series as Pagaspas, a Mulawin with a mission to help the fairies of Lireo.

[42] He further stated, "A normal gown usually takes us two months to create but since we had to consider the time, we assigned a dedicated team of craftsmen to produce the outfits in just 15 days.

"[39] According to the cast, they went on a strict diet and fitness trainings to secure their shape suited for their exquisite gowns.

[43] The cast first appeared in costumes during "ToyCon 2016 Poplife Fan Xperience" at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay on June 10, 2016.

"[48] She also noted that the details of characters costume, to the clarified presence of the nomadic soldiers post Sappiro-Hathoria war, up until the background music used per every shot were all world class.

[49] They also imposed that even though it was heavily inspired by Hollywood fantasy movies, it has the Filipino flavor adding its own twist.

"[49] A review by Philippine Entertainment Portal stated that the show's director of photography and cameramen were impressive for utilizing different creative camera angles and techniques as it contributed to the intensity and excitement in the scene.

The musical scorer seemed to compose different pieces suited to each kingdom since each had its own theme[...]the modernized, upbeat version of "Tadhana" also intensified the fight scenes.

"[50] In July 2017, actresses Glaiza de Castro and Mikee Quintos both appeared in the 2017 Philippine television fantasy drama series Mulawin vs. Ravena in a guest role, portraying the same character they played in Encantadia (2016).