'Slay' heats up as GMA network and Viu Philippines unveil thrilling new series

Get ready for a dose of suspense and intrigue as GMA Network and Viu Philippines team up for their highly anticipated first original series, "Slay." Featuring an ensemble cast of Kapuso stars, the show promises to deliver a gripping narrative filled with secrets, lies, and unexpected twists.

The buzz surrounding "Slay" has been building with the release of a striking promotional poster, showcasing the fierce presence of Julie Anne San Jose, Ysabel Ortega, Mikee Quintos, and Gabbi Garcia, alongside a shirtless Derrick Monasterio. Viu Philippines teased the series with the caption, "Secrets. Lies. Alibis. You. Who can you trust? The first-ever #ViuOriginal with GMA is about to set your screens on fire."

The star-studded cast brings together some of GMA's most talented actors. Julie Anne San Jose and Derrick Monasterio, fresh from their roles in "Pulang Araw," are set to captivate audiences once again. Mikee Quintos, currently seen on "Lutong Bahay," and Gabbi Garcia, who will be hosting the upcoming "Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition Collab," are also poised to deliver stellar performances. Ysabel Ortega, recently announced as part of the "Encantadia" spinoff "Sang'gre," completes the powerful lineup.

The recently released trailer has ignited further excitement, revealing the series' central mystery. Derrick Monasterio's character, fitness influencer Coach Z, meets a fiery demise during a workout video shoot, leaving behind a trail of suspects. The trailer introduces the four female leads – Amelie (Gabbi Garcia), Sugar (Mikee Quintos), Yana (Ysabel Ortega), and Liv (Julie Anne San Jose) – each described as "pretty girls with ugly secrets," all seemingly harboring motives for Coach Z's murder.

Royce Cabrera is also featured, playing the role of an investigator who interrogates the women, adding to the suspense. The official synopsis reveals that "Slay" revolves around four women. Each with their own motive and meticulously planned method to kill fitness influencer Zach, they find themselves entangled in a deadly web of secrets when Zach dies mysteriously in a gym fire. Jay Ortega also joins the cast.

"Slay" is set to premiere on Viu Philippines on March 3rd, promising viewers a thrilling ride filled with mystery, drama, and unexpected revelations. With its compelling storyline and talented cast, this first collaboration between GMA Network and Viu Philippines is poised to be a major hit. Get ready to be captivated by the "pretty girls with ugly secrets" and unravel the mystery of "Slay."