BLACKPINK’s Jisoo in 'Newtopia' – A Gripping New Zombie Thriller on Prime Video


Newtopia


The highly anticipated OTT series Newtopia, starring BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and actor Park Jung-min, has caught the attention of viewers with its dramatic and eerily timely plot. The show features chilling scenes involving martial law and a plane crash that oddly mirror real-world events in South Korea, raising concerns over the timing and relevance of these elements.


Park Jung-min

Jisoo


In Newtopia, Park Jung-min plays military officer Jae-yoon, and Jisoo portrays Young-joo, a girlfriend and soldier’s partner. Together, they must navigate a zombie-infested Seoul to reunite. The show is already generating buzz, marking Jisoo’s major acting role in a thriller and her portrayal as a female lead in a high-stakes drama.

The most intriguing aspect of Newtopia is its unsettling reflection of current events. The series includes scenes of martial law and a plane crash, which unexpectedly align with recent incidents in South Korea, leading to concerns over how these elements would be received. The director shared that after the editing was completed, real-world events, such as martial law and a plane crash, unfolded in South Korea, making the content of the show eerily timely. "I was as surprised as anyone. The expressions of the military officers in the show, I had the same look myself when these things unfolded. It's both eerie and fascinating,” they commented.

In addressing these controversial elements, the team emphasized that these scenes were written into the script long before the events occurred. "Though I had some concerns, I wanted to stay true to the script, which is why we kept these scenes intact," they explained.




Newtopia is available for streaming on Prime Video, offering fans a chance to experience the high-stakes drama and suspense that comes with a new kind of zombie thriller. If the first season is successful, there are hopes for a second season, with many exciting ideas already in mind.

For those interested in diving into the thrilling world of Newtopia, the first two episodes will be available exclusively on Prime Video starting February 7, 2025. Don’t miss out on this gripping new series featuring BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, Park Jung-min, and a fresh take on the zombie genre.


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