“Pulang Araw” quickly became a trending topic on X (formerly Twitter) following its Netflix debut on Friday evening.
Despite only one episode being released so far, viewers are already praising the quality of the Kapuso series.
“Grabe pilot pa lang to ah, what more sa mga susunod na episode,” an X user commented, expressing excitement for future episodes.
Others highlighted the show’s impressive cinematography and the actors’ performances.
“Grabe yung acting, cinematography, and color grading, pang movie,” noted another user.
“Everybody in this damn show can ACT. Ang satisfying!!!” another user posted, celebrating the cast’s acting abilities.
The pilot episode features Eduardo (Alden Richards) sending a letter to his sister Adelina (Barbie Forteza) amidst the chaos of war. As she reads the letter, Adelina reminisces about their challenging childhood together.
Future episodes will introduce Teresita (Sanya Lopez) and Hiroshi (David Licauco). The series portrays how the lives of these four childhood friends are shaped by war, Japanese occupation, and the trials they face, leading them on a path of self-discovery and resilience.
The main antagonist, Col. Yuta Saitoh, played by Dennis Trillo, is a Japanese imperial army officer with a mission to conquer the Philippines. His character will develop feelings for Teresita.
“Pulang Araw,” penned by Suzette Doctolero and directed by Dominic Zapata, is set to premiere on television on July 29.