Reaching both the Gold and Silver Play Buttons underscores how powerful digital platforms, like YouTube, have become in extending the reach of our content. At GMA New Media, we’re focused on building communities around our shows, where audiences can connect with GMA programs, anytime, anywhere. – JR Remigio, AVP of GMA New Media
A few days ahead of the highly anticipated finale of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre, airing via GMA on May 8, 2026, at 20:00 (after 24 Oras, on GMA Prime block), the online reach via YouTube marked a significant digital milestone, when its channel (@EncantadiaGMA) surpassed one million subscribers (1.47 million as of this writing), earning the Gold Play Button (1 million subscribers) and Silver Play Button (100 thousand subscribers) Creator Awards from the video-sharing platform.
The official YouTube channel of the iconic fantasy primetime series on GMA, managed by GMA New Media, serves as a hub for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes features, and extended storytelling, which provides a more immersive viewing experience beyond television for fans.
The new-gen Sang’gres, led by Bianca Umali (Sang’gre Terra), Angel Guardian (Sang’gre Deia), and Kelvin Miranda (Sang’gre Adamus), together with Rhian Ramos (Mitena), received these two Play Buttons from YouTube during the recently held Sang’gre Finale Media Conference on April 30, 2026.
Meanwhile, GMA Entertainment Group is set to redefine the action with the highly anticipated action-drama series, The Master Cutter, headlined by the award-winning TV and film actor Dingdong Dantes, marking his grand return to a leading primetime role. Set to premiere on May 11, 2026, the lead star will step into a gripping and complex role that showcases his remarkable range as an actor, honed over almost three decades in the industry.
The primetime drama follows the story of Anthony “Atoy” Padua (Dingdong), a highly skilled Scout Ranger who decided to have a quiet life as a tailor while secretly working as a man-hunter and tracker-for-hire. Behind the closed doors of his tailoring shop, Atoy becomes the go-to person for people seeking justice, hunting down criminals, or even recovering stolen prized game cocks.
Haunted by the tragic passing of his girlfriend, Elaine (Max Collins), Atoy attempts to rebuild his life and rekindle his relationship with his father by taking over the family business. But just as he begins to find his footing, he encounters a case that could change his life forever.
Blending family-centered, lighthearted drama with pulse-pounding action, The Master Cutter will prove that every cut tells a story–every week brings a new experience worth watching.
Apart from Dingdong and Max, Shuvee Etrata (Tonet), Sienna Stevens (Ibyang), Jo Berry (Ame), Paolo Contis (Red), Tonton Gutierrez (Dmitri), Joey Marquez (Delfin), Polo Ravales (Paldo), Ketchup Eusebio (Emerson), Max Eigenmann (Martina), Rio Locsin (Cita), and Sparkle stars Charlie Fleming, Prince Carlos, and Anthony Constantino will join in this star-studded action series.
Directed by Dominic Zapata, The Master Cutter is set to deliver a cinematic blend of intense action and emotionally charged storytelling.
The Master Cutter will premiere on May 11, 2026, on GMA, GTV, Kapuso Stream, and GMA Play, replacing Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre on its 20:00 timeslot.
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