In the First Episode of Pulang Araw, Rhian Ramos Earns Praise for Her Acting
RHIAN RAMOS – The Kapuso star earned praise for her acting in the pilot episode of Pulang Araw on Netflix.
Following the positive reception of the newest Kapuso series on the online streaming platform, Rhian shared a 46-second behind-the-scenes video on her TikTok account, showcasing her role as Filipina, a mother defending her children from their neighbors. In the video, Rhian highlights a powerful scene from the series, encouraging viewers to watch it both on Netflix and during its upcoming television premiere on GMA.
The post quickly garnered praise from fans, with viewers expressing admiration for Rhian’s acting. Comments included expressions of awe at her performance, noting her transition from her previous role as Sisa-Andrea Torres to her current portrayal in Pulang Araw, and appreciating her talent with enthusiastic emojis.
Pulang Araw debuted on Netflix on Friday evening and swiftly became a trending topic on X. The series centers on the intertwined lives of four childhood friends—Adelina (Barbie Forteza), Teresita (Sanya Lopez), Hiroshi (David Licauco), and Eduardo (Alden Richards)—whose lives are upended by the Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II.
The show explores their dreams, friendships, and personal growth as they navigate the trials of war and occupation. Dennis Trillo plays the series’ main antagonist, Col. Yuta Saitoh, a Japanese officer determined to conquer the Philippines, who also develops romantic feelings for Teresita.
Pulang Araw is scheduled for its television premiere on July 29, promising to continue captivating audiences with its dramatic narrative and compelling performances.
Meanwhile, Rhian Ramos is an actress, model, singer, host, and race car driver. Known for her work across various media, Rhian began her career in commercials before transitioning to television and film. She made her acting debut in the 2006 series Captain Barbell and gained further recognition with roles in Lupin and My Only Love. Her film career took off with a notable performance in The Promise in 2007, earning her a Golden Screen Award for Breakthrough Performance.
@whianwamos_ Here's some #PulangAraw behind the scenes. Watch it on Netflix today and on GMA on Monday! #RhianRamos #celebritiesonset #behindthescenes #fyp ♬ original sound – Rhian Ramos
Over the years, Rhian has been featured in several popular TV dramas, including Codename: Asero, LaLola, Zorro, and Stairway to Heaven. She starred in the series The Rich Man’s Daughter in 2015, which was well-received. Rhian’s film credits include Ouija, Ang Panday, and Saving Sally.