Ang Mutya ng Section E Book 2: The Dark Side – Where to watch, release time, episode count, cast and everything we know so far

Fans of the breakout Filipino teen drama The Jewel of Section E have been buzzing with excitement since the cliffhanger finale of Season 1 wrapped up back in April 2025. That heart-wrenching engagement twist left everyone hanging, wondering how Jay-Jay’s tangled love life and Section E’s wild dynamics would play out next. Well, the wait is almost over. Season 2, officially titled The Jewel of Section E Book 2: The Dark Sidedrops today, December 5, 2025, promising deeper secrets, fiercer rivalries, and all the emotional rollercoasters that made the first season a global sensation.

The Jewel of Section E Book 2 Release Date and Time

The premiere kicks off today, Friday, December 5, 2025, at 12:00 a.m. PHT (Philippine Standard Time). That’s midnight for those in the Philippines, so late-night snack runs might be in order for the binge-watch kickoff. New episodes roll out weekly on Fridays, keeping the hype alive through the holiday season and into the new year.

This season smartly splits into two parts to build suspense: Part 1 wraps up in early 2026, followed by a mid-season break from February to May, then Part 2 launches on June 11, 2026. No more waiting years for closure – just enough time to theorize wildly on social media.

Where to Watch Ang Mutya ng Section E Book 2

Exclusively on Viva One, the go-to platform for Viva’s original series. Download the app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store, and dive right in – no extra fees for the core content, though some regions might need a quick VPN check for access.

The Jewel of Section E Book 2 Episode Count and Release Schedule

Book 2 clocks in at a solid 18 episodes total, divided evenly into 9 per part for that serialized thrill. Each episode runs about an hour, packed with classroom chaos, whispered confessions, and those gasp-worthy reveals. Part 1’s schedule keeps it simple and consistent:

Part 2 follows the same Friday rhythm starting June 11, 2026. Expect the pace to ramp up, with each installment ending on a hook that has group chats exploding.

The Jewel of Section E Book 2 Cast

The core trio returns, bringing back that electric chemistry that hooked millions. Ashtine Olviga shines again as Jasper Jean “Jay-Jay” Fernandez Mariano, the reluctant jewel navigating love and legacy. Andres Muhlach steps into Mark Keifer Watson’s shoes, all brooding intensity and stolen glances. Rabin Angeles reprises Yuri Hanamichi, the charming but pressured fiancé whose family’s expectations add serious weight.

Supporting players from Season 1 stick around to ground the school vibes: André Yllana as Michael Aries Fernandez, Alexander Payan as Kiko Evans, and the rest of the Section E crew like Charles Law, Frost Sandoval, Keagan De Jesus, Ethan David, Kurt Delos Reyes, Martin Venegas, Nic Galvez, Daniel Ong, AJ Ferrer, Sam Shoaf, Michael Keith, Kyosu Guinto, Yanyan De Jesus, Derick Ong, and Heart Ryan. Veterans Yayo Aguila, Katya Santos, Nanette Inventor, and Lander Vera-Perez lend their gravitas to the family drama.

But the real buzz? New additions shaking things up. Look out for Keifer’s parents dropping in with their own agendas, a slick new rival named Sato challenging Section E’s throne, and Honey Bee Ryder as Keifer’s no-nonsense secretary – because even teen heartthrobs need adult complications. Recurring roles like Rommel Luna as Mr. Alvin Siongco and Janina Lorelei as Dr. Celeste Peralta pop up too, tying loose ends from the books.

The Gem of Section E Book 2 Potential Plot

Teasers hit hard with the tagline, “The Ghost of the past will haunt the present,” and boy, does it deliver. Picking up right after Jay-Jay’s forced engagement to Yuri, the story unravels hidden truths that threaten everything. Freya’s mysterious backstory gets the spotlight, linking her secrets to the main squad in ways that spark trust issues and betrayals. Jay-Jay grapples with pulling away from Section E altogether, feeling the emotional toll of her divided heart – Keifer’s pull versus family duty.

Expect intensified rivalries, revenge plots bubbling under the surface, and those classic teen elements: crushes that crash and burn, friendships tested by lies, and a dash of supernatural-tinged mystery from the original Wattpad lore. Directed by Theodore Boborol, the team stays true to the source material while amping up the stakes for a “darker, more emotional” ride. No major spoilers here, but early buzz hints at confrontations that redefine loyalties and drop bombs on Higher Value International School’s elite world.