The highly anticipated Korean drama “Newtopia,” starring Jisoo from BLACKPINK and actor Park Jung Min, is set to premiere in the first half of 2025. Check out the details of this exciting new series below!
New Korean Drama “Newtopia” Release Date Announced
On December 11, Coupang Play announced the highly awaited release date of the new Korean drama “Newtopia,” previously known as “Influenza.” Along with the release date, the OTT platform also released the latest stills of the series.
Storyline
Kang Young Joo is an engineering graduate known for her beautiful appearance, which earned her the nickname “Goddess of the Engineering Department” in college. After graduating, she started working as an employee in a company.
In contrast, Lee Jae Yoon is a man who struggles with weakness and lacks confidence. He enlisted in the military at the age of 26 while seeking alternative service by working in the defense industry. He is worried about his girlfriend’s future, which leads him to break up with her, believing it is for her own good.
When Kang Young Joo finds out about the breakup, she follows Jae Yoon to the military base. She is determined to save their relationship. However, a sudden zombie attack occurs due to a dangerous virus of unknown origin that spreads rapidly and turns those infected into zombies.
As chaos spreads, the couple struggles to reunite and fight against the threats of the zombie outbreak to avoid infection.
Through this tragedy, Jae Yoon is transformed. He begins to overcome his weakness and lack of confidence. Moreover, He gradually takes on the role of squad leader in the fight for survival.
“Newtopia” Main Cast and Characters
The new Korean drama series “Newtopia” features Jisoo from BLACKPINK, Park Jeong Min, and Kim Joon Han as the main cast.
Jisoo portrays the character of Kang Young Joo. Park Jung Min plays the character of soldier Lee Jae Yoon. Yet, there is no information regarding Kim Joon Ha’s role in the show.
“Newtopia” New Stills
The most recent stills give us a glimpse into the story of the drama. Among the stills released today, we can see the happy moments of soldier Lee Jae Yoon with his girlfriend Kang Young Joo before the deadly zombie attack. There are also images of terrifying scenes as the situation becomes chaotic when the zombies attack.
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“Newtopia” Release Date
Directed by Yoon Sung Hyun, known for his work “Time to Hunt,” the new action thriller Korean drama “Newtopia” will premiere on February 7, 2025. The series will be available to watch on Coupang Play and Prime Video.
Your Thoughts?
Jisoo of BLACKPINK took her first leading role in the 2021 Kdrama “Snowdrop.“ Most recently, the idol actress made a guest appearance in the movie “Dr. Cheon and the Lost Talisman.” This time, she will star opposite Park Jeong Min, best known for his roles in “Hellbound“ and “The 8 Show.”
As a couple, they will take viewers on a gripping adventure as they face the zombies that have overtaken Seoul while working hard to reunite.
What are your thoughts and expectations for the upcoming drama and their on-screen chemistry? Please share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Source: Coupang Play, MDL
