On January 7, Coupang Play released the trailer for BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Park Jeong-min’s upcoming zombie romance series “Newtopia” (formerly known as “Flu”).
So far, many netizens have expressed enthusiasm for the series, finding themselves intrigued by the romantic and comedic elements that were previously missing from Korean zombie films and dramas.
However, reactions towards BLACKPINK’s Jisoo’s acting skills, especially in the new trailer, remain mixed.
In particular, arguments regarding Jisoo’s acting skills have emerged on Korean forums theqoo and Instiz, with many criticizing the idol-actress’s expression and vocalization. However, some defend Jisoo, explaining that she was probably trying to lean into the comedic aspect of the drama.
Below are some comments from netizens:
- Can’t they do anything about Jisoo’s acting? I really tried to put up with her while watching the trailer, but at first glance it’s obvious that she can’t act
- The strange acting is so evident from the trailer
- The person who launched Jisoo should not be paid
- Expressions aside, can you please also practice pronunciation and vocalization?
- It’s a comedy, right? Personally, I think his acting is appropriate for the comedy
- This is just the trailer, so it’s possible his actual acting could be better
On the other hand, at the “Newtopia” press conference held on January 7, Jisoo spoke about the pressure she felt regarding her acting, saying: “I feel pressured as much as I get attention, but I think it can be a good driving force. I worked hard without hesitation while on set, asking for help and remaining resilient.”
The idol actress also mentioned BLACKPINK, hoping that “Newtopia” does well to make the members proud.
