GMA Network’s Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre claimed a historic victory in the primetime ratings war on June 16, 2025, dethroning ABS-CBN’s FPJ’s Batang Quiapo. Nielsen Philippines’ overnight data revealed Sang’gre achieved a 13.7 people rating across its combined GMA and delayed GTV airings, surpassing Batang Quiapo’s 12.9.
This triumph is a game-changer for GMA Prime’s first drama slot, which has faced relentless defeat against Coco Martin’s action-packed series for nearly three years.
Since its 2022 debut, FPJ’s Batang Quiapo has dominated, outshining Kapuso contenders like Maria Clara at Ibarra and Mga Lihim ni Urduja. However, Sang’gre, a dazzling spin-off of the beloved Encantadia saga, broke through with its spellbinding pilot. Fans raved about its jaw-dropping visuals and state-of-the-art CGI, propelling the hashtag #SanggreWorldPremiere to the top of local X trends. The series also shattered digital records, drawing over 330,000 peak concurrent viewers on Kapuso Stream’s YouTube and Facebook livestreams—a massive leap from Lolong’s second season, which bowed out last Friday with a 10.2 aggregated rating.
Netizens flooded X with excitement. @Habibi_Ai2 tweeted, “This isn’t just a show—it’s a work of art. Every frame, every detail, every emotion—grabe, GMA!” Another fan, @Bob0ng_Makata gushed, “The costumes, the locations, the CGI and the fight choreography are all giving. Worth the wait talaga”, while some, like @aybaaanx, noted minor flaws, saying, “mej bothered lang ako sa anyo ni imaw bat ginanon + yung pag nagsalita si cassiopeia wala ng ilaw effect sa noo nya. Yun lang, ”.
Led by Bianca Umali as Terra, with Faith Da Silva, Kelvin Miranda, and returning Encantadia veterans Glaiza de Castro and Sanya Lopez, Sang’gre blends nostalgia with fresh fantasy. Its premiere not only outrated Batang Quiapo but also signaled a revival of GMA’s primetime prowess. The show’s digital dominance underscores its appeal to younger audiences, setting a new benchmark for Kapuso Stream.
While Batang Quiapo remains a ratings titan, Sang’gre’s debut has ignited hope for GMA to reclaim primetime glory. As the battle for viewership intensifies, Sang’gre’s enchanting world and loyal fanbase could reshape the landscape.
With its magical storytelling and technical brilliance, Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre has cast a powerful spell, proving it’s ready to rule the airwaves
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