With the release very close, discover 5 facts about the new drama starring Jisoo, member of Blackpink, “Newtopia”
Each time gaining more strength worldwide, the exciting Korean thrillers give fans a lot of action, tension and suspense, with engaging stories, increasing expectations for ‘Newtopia’, the new Series of Coupang Play zombies. With a cast full of big names in Korean cinematography, a high -level direction and an electrifying plot, the drama is expected to become one of this year’s highlights.
Being, Recreio has prepared a list of five essential information to learn before the Dorama debut. Check it out:
1. Plot
“Newtopia” is based on the novel “Influenza”, by the South Korean author Han Sangwoon. The plot will follow the story of Lee Jae-Yoon (Park Jeong Min) and Kang Young-Joo (Kim Jisoo), a couple who, after a fight, end up taking a while. However, after an unknown virus that turns everyone into zombie spreading around the city, the two will do everything to meet and stay alive.
Set in an air defense unit in Seoul, the story promises an intense combination of action, suspense and psychological drama, keeping enthusiasts of the genre by the seat, with high expectations.
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In addition to Jisoo, Blackpink Member, and the actor Jeong min, Known for his performances in ‘The 8 Show’ and ‘Deliver Us from Evil’, in the roles of the protagonists, the cast also has other great actors, including names like Kim Joon Han (‘A Man of a Reason’ and ‘Revolver’), Im sung jae (‘Gentleman’), Kim Chang Hyung (‘Mrs. Plakton’) and Lee Hak Joo (‘The World of the Married’ and ‘My Name’).
3. Direction
The production of ‘Newtopia’ has renowned talents from the South Korean film industry, with the direction of Yoon Sung-Hyunresponsible for acclaimed suspense films such as ‘Time to Hunt’ and ‘Bleak Night’. The script is in the hands of Han Jin-WonOscar winner with ‘parasite’, and Ji ho-jinscreenwriter of the Thriller series, ‘a store for killers’.
4. Schedule
Fans can score on the calendar: the first two episodes of Newtopia will be Launched on February 7, 2025. From there, the series will follow a weekly scheme, with a new episode being released every Friday until the end of the season, on March 21, accounting for 8 episodes in all.
5. Where to watch?
The waiting for the debut of ‘Newtopia’ is almost at the end, and fans will be able to watch the series directly in the streaming prime video catalog.
Source: Recreio
