Shortly after “Pulang Araw” released its first episode on Netflix to much applause, Rhian Ramos shared a short behind-the-scenes clip from one of her parts. The Kapuso actress shared the 46-second video on her TikTok account, which showed her character, Filipina, defending her children from their neighbors. “Here's some #PulangAraw behind the scenes.
Watch it on Netflix today and on GMA on Monday!” Rhian wrote in the caption. Praises for Rhian’s acting immediately filled the comments section. “From Sisa-Andrea Torres and now we have Filipina- Rhian Ramos ng Pulang Araw goosebumps galing ng GMA!!” a user commented.
“Apakagaling ng isang Rhian Ramos!!!!” another user said with three fire emojis. “ Pulang Araw ” made its Netflix debut on Friday evening and became a trending topic on X. The show traces the intertwined lives of four childhood friends: Adelina (Barbie Forteza), Teresita (Sanya Lopez), Hiroshi (David Licauco), and Eduardo (Alden Richards) .
As war ravages their homeland and Japanese forces occupy the Philippines, their dreams, friendships, and loyalties are tested, leading them on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. The main antagonist of the series is Col. Yuta Saitoh, played by Dennis Trillo .
He is a Japanese imperial army officer whose mission is to conquer the Philippines. He will have feelings for Teresita. “Pulang Araw” will have its television premiere on July 29.
—Carby Basina/JCB, GMA Integrated News.