Blackpink's Jisoo takes on zombies in new Korean thriller 'Newtopia'

Blackpink star Jisoo is set to lead the cast of the upcoming Coupang Play zombie thriller series "Newtopia."

Korean pop sensation Jisoo from Blackpink is taking on a new challenge as the lead in the upcoming zombie thriller series "Newtopia." The series, produced by Korean streaming service Coupang Play, follows two lovers navigating a zombie-infested Seoul. Jisoo portrays an engineer who is separated from her boyfriend, played by Park Jung-min, during a zombie outbreak.

"Newtopia," co-scripted by the writer of Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning "Parasite" and the writer of Disney+'s "A Shop for Killers," promises a thrilling and suspenseful storyline. The series has completed filming and is expected to release in 2025.

This marks a significant step in Jisoo's acting career, as she has previously held minor roles in Korean TV series. The series is also the TV directing debut of Yoon Sung-hyun, known for films like "Bleak Night" and "Time to Hunt."

Coupang Play, the streaming arm of Korean e-commerce giant Coupang, is gaining traction in the entertainment market with its original content, including a localized version of "Saturday Night Live" and the Korean adaptation of "Criminal Justice."