Exciting news for drama fans! Actor Lee Hak Joo is joining the highly anticipated Coupang Play series Newtopia, starring BLACKPINK's Jisoo and actor Park Jung Min. The news has fans buzzing with excitement as the cast continues to grow!

On January 9, SM C&C confirmed that Lee Hak Joo will be a part of the thrilling series Newtopia, which is based on the novel Influenza by Han Sang Un. The story follows soldier Jae Yoon (Park Jung Min) and his girlfriend Young Joo (Jisoo) as they race to find each other in a zombie-infested Seoul. With the action-packed storyline and talented actors already on board, Newtopia is already a must-watch!

Lee Hak Joo's character, Seong Tae Sik (aka "Alex"), is a famous celebrity and the CEO of a gaming company. He is a quick thinker with exceptional detective skills. After meeting Young Joo by chance, he ends up helping her in her quest to survive the zombie apocalypse. Lee Hak Joo’s impressive career in dramas like LTNS, Lovers, Criminal Record, The World of the Married, and more has earned him a reputation as a top-tier actor, and fans are eagerly awaiting his performance in this new role.

The countdown begins! Newtopia is set to premiere on February 7, and with Lee Hak Joo joining forces with Jisoo, it’s bound to be a thrilling ride you won’t want to miss.

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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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