In a recent Instagram post, Kapamilya host Luis Manzano treated fans to a glimpse of the unreleased ABS-CBN teleserye ‘Alta.’
The shelved series boasted a stellar cast that included Gretchen Barretto, KC Concepcion, Diether Ocampo, Zanjoe Marudo, and Angelica Panganiban.
Luis Manzano shared a teaser of ‘Alta’ on his Instagram account, expressing his sentiments about the project that never came to fruition.
The host captioned the post with, “Alta – ang teleseryeng di natuloy”, adding that he has yet to detach himself from his character in the series.
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The shelving of ‘Alta’ was previously explained by the show’s writer, G3 San Diego, in September 2020. San Diego aimed to delve into the wealth of narratives within high society, exploring the complexities of relationships.
The writer drew inspiration from a story about Carolyn Kennedy and her brother John F. Kennedy Jr.
Despite the initial vision for the series, ‘Alta’ faced challenges due to its dark and intricate storyline. Concerns were raised about its potential reception by a broader audience, questioning whether the masses would connect with such a dark narrative.
The shelving of ‘Alta’ remains a missed opportunity for the ensemble cast and the creative team behind the ambitious project.
