Ever since Ravena's breakaway from Avian, Mulawin and Ravena have been at war, fighting against each other over humans. Both have had histories of love affairs with humans, which resulted to half-blood offspring. The dilution of their race has made Mulawins and Ravenas mortal like humans. The desire for immortality leads to the next chapter of the Mulawin-Ravena war.[3]
Cast and characters
Cast
Dennis Trillo
Heart Evangelista
Lovi Poe
Carla Abellana
Miguel Tanfelix
Bea Binene
Derrick Monasterio
Cast
Regine Velasquez
Ariel Rivera
Valerie Concepcion
Shermaine Santiago
David Licauco
Nova Villa
Lead cast
Dennis Trillo as Gabriel Montenegro[4] - son of Ravenum and Alwina's childhood friend.
Heart Evangelista as Alwina - Gabriel's childhood friend and the mother of Almiro and Tak.
Lovi Poe as Magindara - daughter of Sandawa and Mandarangan.[5]
The first appearance of the Mulawin in 12 years occurred in Encantadia (2016) starring Miguel Tanfelix as Pagaspas, the same actor who portrayed the same character in 2004.[7] It was followed by a guest appearance of Alden Richards in the same series as Lakan.[8] In Encantadia (2005), the Mulawins also made several appearances including Avilan, the leader of the Mulawins serving as a spirit guide to Amihan.[9] The series was announced during GMA Network's New Year Countdown, with the official title as Mulawin vs. Ravena as part of the network's line-up in 2017.[10][11]
Casting
In November 2016, Popoy Caritativo, manager of actor Dennis Trillo posted an Instagram photo regarding his meeting with GMA Network executives including Cheryl Ching-Sy, AVP for Drama regarding the sequel of the hit 2004 series, Mulawin.[12] Trillo was also present in the said meeting which was later revealed to topbill the upcoming series, in a yet to be determined role.[13][14] In December 2016, Alden Richards and Miguel Tanfelix who both appeared in Encantadia (2016) as Lakan and Pagaspas respectively were also announced to be part of show.[15][16] On January 16, 2017, more cast members were announced which included Regine Velasquez.[17]Dennis Trillo and Miguel Tanfelix reprised their roles from the 2004 television series and 2005 film as Gabriel and Pagaspas respectively.[13]
In July 2017, actresses Glaiza de Castro and Mikee Quintos made an appearance as Pirena and Lira respectively, who both originated from the Philippine television fantasy drama series Encantadia (2016).[18]
Production
Principal photography commenced on March 16, 2017.[19]
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Mulawin vs. Ravena earned a 12.2% rating.[20] While the final episode scored an 8.9% rating.[21]