BLACKPINK Jisoo Creates A Sensation: This Korean Drama Becomes Most-Watched Series!

A new Korean drama is sweeping the streaming charts, setting records as Coupang Play’s most-watched series to date. Since its release on February 7, the show has been captivating audiences with its gripping storyline, maintaining its momentum with each episode. The drama in question? ‘Newtopia’.

The series follows Jae-yoon (played by Park Jung-min), a soldier, and his girlfriend Young-joo (played by Ji Soo), as they fight their way across a zombie-infested Seoul in a desperate attempt to reunite.

‘Newtopia’ has not only taken over domestic charts but has also made a strong impact internationally. The series has entered the Top 10 in 54 countries on Prime Video, with its reach continuing to expand each week. The increasing number of countries placing the drama in their Top 10 rankings reflects its growing global popularity.

The third episode, released on February 14, turned up the intensity with all-out battles against zombies. Amid the chaos, the show also teased a powerful romance between Jae-yoon and Young-joo, further drawing viewers into their emotional journey.

As the fight for survival continues, each character’s resilience and strategic thinking come into play. Jae-yoon and his team barely manage to escape to a military rooftop, only to be met with new dangers when Jung Chef (played by Park Kwang-jae), a hotel restaurant worker, turns into a zombie. The intense battle that follows involves a mix of scrappers, firearms, and jiu-jitsu, pushing the survivors to their limits. As more members of the group fall victim to the infection, suspense builds over what lies ahead.

With food shortages, communication blackouts, and armed soldiers unable to contain the escalating crisis, the situation becomes even more dire. Meanwhile, Young-joo and her team face an unexpected zombie attack in what they believed to be the safety of a police station.

Determined to reach Jae-yoon, Young-joo, Jin-wook (Kang Young-seok), and Alex (Lee Hak-joo) navigate the dangerous alleyways of Gangnam. Refusing to give up, she presses forward, while Alex decides to stick by her side and fight alongside her.

In a dramatic moment, Jae-yoon and Young-joo, who had lost contact, finally exchange text messages. When Young-joo sends, "I’m heading to the tower now," Jae-yoon reads the message and breaks down in tears, unable to contain his emotions.

Adding to the emotional depth of the episode, Young-joo stumbles upon an old cassette tape of singer Yoon Jong-shin at an LP bar, triggering a wave of nostalgia and longing for her past.

The raw desperation of two lovers fighting to reach each other despite the chaos of a zombie-infested world struck a chord with audiences, further heightening engagement.

According to Xports News on February 21, ‘Newtopia’ has officially become Coupang Play’s most-watched series based on accumulated viewership. The show has also achieved global success, ranking in the Top 10 across 54 countries, according to streaming analytics site FlixPatrol.

Viewers are raving about the show, flooding online forums with reactions as they express their frustration over having to wait a whole week for new episodes, describe the characters as incredibly lovable, and praise the show’s impressive military accuracy. Many were particularly moved by the LP bar scene, sharing how it struck an emotional chord with them. Some are eagerly requesting that all episodes be released at once, while others are highlighting the intense suspense that keeps them on the edge of their seats. Fans are also noting that Coupang Play dramas have been consistently high-quality lately, with many praising the outstanding production value of ‘Newtopia’. The show has been widely regarded as highly binge-worthy, with viewers already planning to watch it all in one go.

With an engaging storyline, high production value, and a rapidly growing international fanbase, ‘Newtopia’ has cemented itself as a must-watch series. New episodes of ‘Newtopia’ are released every Friday at 8 PM KST, exclusively on Coupang Play.