Play CoupangThe highly anticipated drama has unveiled a captivating new set of photos featuring Jisoo, showing her transformation into the dynamic character Yeong Joo. THE “Newtopia” the stills present the BLACKPINK members as a young woman searching for her lover in the midst of a zombie outbreak.
The “Newtopia” photos offer an intriguing look at Jisoo’s character
The series follows the gripping story of Jae Yoon (Jung Min Park), a soldier stationed in Seoul, and his girlfriend Yeong Joo, as they struggle to reunite in the midst of a zombie outbreak that has thrown the city into chaos.
Jisoo’s Yeong Joo is introduced as a radiant college student and the “goddess” of her university’s engineering department. One still captures his cheerful and confident demeanor, surrounded by admiring male classmates, one of whom kneels with a flower in his hand, symbolizing his popularity and charm.
However, the tone also changes dramatically in other photos, revealing Yeong Joo in a drastically different light: terrified but determined. With a golf club clutched in her hands, she exudes fierce resilience, embodying her unwavering drive to find her boyfriend, Jae Yoon, despite the relentless threat of zombies.
A really exciting new project for Jisoo
Jisoo expressed her excitement about the role, commenting, “Yeong Joo’s charm captivated me from the beginning. I worked hard to portray her authentically and I hope audiences enjoy watching her growth over the course of the series. Her dedication to the role is evident, with director Yoon Sung Hyun praising her performance, saying: “Jisoo perfectly captured Yeong Joo’s quirky and fun traits, bringing the character to life in ways I hadn’t imagined.”
The blend of romance, horror and Jisoo’s gripping performance also increased the anticipation for the film “Newtopia”, set to premiere on February 7 at 8pm KST. Fans are also eagerly awaiting this emotionally charged and action-packed drama which promises to deliver a unique zombie thriller with heart.
