Indio and Juan Dela Cruz, who would reign supreme?

Two news shows will soon premiere on two of the biggest networks in the country, GMA-7 and ABS-CBN 2.

"Indio"

Starting January 14, the Kapuso network will air its big-budgeted historical fantaserye-drama "Indio," starring Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr.  It is Bong's first teleserye in GMA-7, and also features an ensemble cast including Jennylyn Mercado, Rhian Ramos, Maxene Magalona, Michael de Mesa, Jackielou Blanco, and Bobby Andrews.

"Indio" is set in the era of Spanish colonization in the Philippines. Adding to its flavor is the twist of Filipino beliefs on gods and goddesses, so expect some good special effects in the show.

The series is created by Suzette Doctolero, who was also behind the fantaserye "Encantadia" and historical drama "Amaya." It is directed by Dondon Santos and will replace "Aso Ni San Roque" on the network's Telebabad block.

"Juan dela Cruz"

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN will bring back Coco Martin on its primetime block via "Juan dela Cruz," a fantasy-drama series about a half-tagapagbantay and half-aswang man who falls in love with Rosario (played by Erich Gonzales), an aswang hunter.

"Juan dela Cruz" was initially set as an entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival but was later serialized into a TV drama. It is under the direction of Malu Sevilla and will premiere on February 4.

Also in the cast are Albert Martinez, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Joel Torre, Gina Pareño, Lotlot de Leon, Neil Coleta, and Arron Villaflor.

Posted with rights from Reyn's Room

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