'BLACKPINK: The Movie', which was released to mark the 5th anniversary of BLACKPINK's debut, has attracted nearly 500,000 spectators from all over the world.

According to distributor CJ 4Dplex and overseas distributor Trafalgar Releasing on the 20th, 'Blackpink The Movie', which was released in more than 100 countries on the 4th, had a cumulative audience of nearly 500,000 as of the previous day.

In addition, it earned close to $5 million in revenue until the previous day, recording the highest sales among 'event cinemas' (films that screen event content such as concerts and operas) that were released this year. 'BLACKPINK: The Movie' was released in Asia, Europe, North America, and South America, and by country, it recorded the highest cumulative number of audiences in Mexico, the United States, Turkey, Brazil and Japan.

'BLACKPINK: The Movie' contains live performances of BLACKPINK 's online and offline concert stages, intense image cuts of the four members, and unpublished interviews. It is acclaimed for providing a musical experience reminiscent of a concert hall, beyond simply seeing BLACKPINK in a movie theater.

Meanwhile, BLACKPINK debuted in 2016 with the digital single album 'SQUARE ONE' and left hit songs such as 'Whistle', 'Boombayah', and 'As If It's Your Last'.

It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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