BLACKPINK Jisoo is set to star in the highly anticipated Kdrama Newtopia, a gripping zombie thriller that will make its debut in January 2025. Produced by Coupang Play, the series follows the harrowing journey of two lovers trying to reunite amid a chaotic zombie outbreak in Seoul.
In Newtopia, Jisoo plays the role of an engineer whose boyfriend, portrayed by Park Jeong Min, finds himself caught in the zombie apocalypse while serving in the military. As they navigate the perilous city filled with the undead, both characters face numerous challenges, battling zombies in a desperate bid to find each other.
The series, originally titled Influenza, features a talented crew, co-written by Han Jin-won, known for his work on the Oscar-winning film Parasite, and Ji Ho-jin, recognized for the Disney+ series A Shop for Killers. The show marks the directorial debut of Yoon Sung-hyun, acclaimed for his films Bleak Night and Time to Hunt. Filming has already been completed, and the show is set for release in January 2025, although specific dates and teasers are yet to be revealed.
This Kdrama follows Jisoo’s earlier acting ventures, including her significant role in the 2021 series Snowdrop and a minor part in Dr. Cheon and the Lost Talisman. Jisoo is also set to star in the movie adaptation of the popular webtoon Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint.
In recent months, Jisoo has faced some criticism for prioritizing her acting career over music, especially with no new music releases in 2024. However, she has expressed her excitement about her upcoming projects and reassured fans that she is working on new content. Newtopia promises to be an exciting addition to the Kdrama landscape, blending romance and horror as it showcases Jisoo and Park Jeong Min’s performances.
