#Darna has long been an icon of Filipino storytelling, filmmaking, and creativity—a beacon of hope and inspiration for Filipino audiences for the last 70 years. But alongside—and entwined with—Darna’s history is another woman of similar stature: the supervillainess #Valentina, Darna’s archenemy and a role so coveted that anyone chosen to play her will have much to prove. In this generation’s adaptation of the beloved #MarsRavelo classic on #ABSCBN, she is embodied by #JanellaSalvador (@superjanella). “[Valentina is] very different from everything I’ve played before. Usually, mabait, or [ako] ’yung inaapi. This time, I’m the bad guy,” Janella says with a smile. This project also comes at a perfect time as she marks a decade in the industry this year. Looking back, Janella says, “I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I would be here. Having the opportunity to play this iconic role means a lot, so I want to do it well.” #MetroLovesJanellaSalvador #MetroXDarna #MetroXStarMagic30 Read our cover story here: https://bit.ly/3pU1EFP On Janella: Leather studded top by @thianrodriguezmnl, tulle skirt by @christinelam.mnl, and latex gloves by @laglamourqueen Photography by @sevenbarretto of @studio7manila Creative consultant: @chrisnlo Creative direction by @erwnbotin of @botinstudios Makeup by @carissacielomedved Hairstyling by @markanthonyrosales Styling by @perrytabora, assisted by @kireilegsy02 Sittings editor: @gracelibero Cover story by @meuses Shoot assistants: @reddimaandal and @raffcol Photographer’s assistants: @darielmiraflor and @claudevillahrmsa Videography by @escamillasgiancarlo Special thanks to @direklauren, @starmagicphils, and @jrbcreativeproduction