The first sight of Maris Racal as Gab Rivera in "Incognito" was pretty lethal. In the sequences set in the fictional Matera, which was shot amidst the rustic charm and old-world allure of Italy, Maris stepped into the scene like a dangerous, Italian-speaking bella. 

She looked so poised and striking, so much so that she instantly caught the attention of Tomas (Anthony Jennings), who mistook her for an enemy upon overhearing her on a call with Timor Escalera (Art Acuña), the crime boss their team was after.

Sensing someone tailing her, Gab called out Tomas, who then tried to keep his cool until they were suddenly forced to run and take cover in a narrow alley when a group of Timor’s men started chasing them.

Gab’s confidence and playful attitude didn't sit well with Tomas, who was still convinced she was an intruder or a spy. What followed was a full-blown, Hollywood-level fight scene, which Gab slayed in a sexy short dress and pointed high heels.

Greg (Ian Veneracion) and Miguel (Baron Geisler) soon arrived to break up the scuffle. Tomas, feeling smug about his 'capture,' proudly declared that he had taken down a trespasser. But his confidence disappeared in seconds when Gab saluted Greg and reported for duty. 

In a behind-the-scenes reel shared by Star Creatives, Maris called the action-packed moment unforgettable, for it was her character’s big reveal and her first-ever fight sequence in the series. 

Of course, fighting in stilettos wasn’t exactly easy. She had to be extra careful with her kicks so she wouldn’t actually hit Anthony. But with her towering heels throwing off her usual footing, that was easier said than done—she ended up hitting him in the chest as after she miscalculated the height of her shoes.

Adding to the challenge was the skimpy, backless dress she personally picked for the scene. It wasn’t the most practical choice for a fight, but Maris didn’t mind. After all, pulling off an action sequence in stilettos, and maybe even in a dress like that, had always been on her bucket list.

"Sobrang excited ako! Game lang talaga akong gawin siya!" she gushed. Same, Maris. We are seated for whatever action-packed surprises you have in store in the coming episodes!

Catch "Incognito," weeknights, on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, TV5, and A2Z.