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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752235686285image0.png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Zaijian Jaranilla and Jane OinezaEmotions were high in &quot;Meet the Family,&quot; the cliffhanger episode 6 of Puregold Channel&#x27;s smash digital series &quot;Si Sol at Si Luna,&quot; as Sol (Zaijian Jaranilla) and Luna (Jane Oineza) bided their time before reuniting.</div>In this episode, Sol spent time with Ara and her family as a kind gesture, while Luna reflected on happier moments with Andy. How he could make her smile even on the darkest days?Netizens braced themselves for heartbreak, unsure that Sol would make it to their long-awaited meeting. What about the episode&#x27;s powerful twist? Sol appears and finds Luna waiting as the episode concludes.This type of scenario keeps fans hooked to their screens as each episode airs on Puregold&#x27;s YouTube channel. Gen Z viewers, in particular, discover thrills and excitement at every turn, identifying their own romantic experiences as they relate to Sol and Luna&#x27;s journey.Here are five reasons why young fans of &quot;Si Sol at Si Luna&quot; are hooked on the series:1. Characters are flawed but honest. Sol is not flawless; he makes simple mistakes, such as choosing Luna over an essential responsibility and inadvertently hurting someone. But Sol admits to his mistakes, and supporters quickly forget.This genuineness resonates with young viewers who are dealing with their own dysfunctional friendships and relationships.2. Grief is handled with honesty and nuance. Luna&#x27;s sadness in the series is more than just a backstory; it is raw and real, just as we experience it in real life. She tries to function, laugh, and feel alive again, but her sadness comes and goes, often unexpectedly and completely.Luna&#x27;s story demonstrates how people deal with loss — in quiet moments, one day at a time.3. It&#x27;s a love story, but not the traditional type. Aside from its engaging and provocative theme — an age-gap relationship — “Si Sol at si Luna” is not for the naive romance fan. It&#x27;s a slow burn, filled with paralyzing uncertainties caused by old wounds, new responsibilities, and internal struggles that won&#x27;t go away.“Si Sol at si Luna&quot; is a love story with a reality check, reflecting on how we genuinely experience love.4. It understands how Generation Z thinks and feels. From quiet worry to emotional burnout, the show depicts the psychological battles that young people face — the need to move on, connect, and feel something again.&quot;Si Sol at si Luna&quot; is a cathartic experience for those who recognize their own journey in the show&#x27;s characters.5. The show caters to a variety of age groups. While “Si Sol at Si Luna” has a large fan following among Gen Zs, Puregold&#x27;s senior marketing manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad believes that the show&#x27;s life teachings transcend demographics.“We’d like to think that viewers of different ages see themselves depicted in the narratives of ‘Si Sol at si Luna.’ Whether people are dealing with their first heartbreak, reliving a past love, or learning to let go, we are sharing this story so they will know they are not alone.”In Episode 7 &quot;The Interview,&quot; fans finally see more of Sol and Luna together as Sol conducts a heart-to-heart interview with Luna for his film project. But will this newfound connection inspire romantic feelings? The next episode will air on Puregold Channel&#x27;s YouTube on Saturday, July 12.

Here are five reasons why young fans of "Si Sol at Si Luna" are hooked on the digital series.

Here are five reasons why young fans of "Si Sol at Si Luna" are hooked on the digital series.

Love story with a reality check: How Zaijian, Jane captured Gen Z viewers

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Love story with a reality check: How Zaijian, Jane captured Gen Z viewers

Josh Mercado

Published Jul 11, 2025 08:17 PM PHT

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