Jisoo of BLACKPINK shared her heartfelt thoughts after the finale of Newtopia. The zombie rom-com came to a close on March 21, with Jisoo leaving a strong impression as the fearless and determined Young-joo.

🎬 From "Gomshin" to Zombie Slayer: Jisoo Slays as Young-joo 🧟‍♀️💥

Newtopia tells the story of Young-joo, a military girlfriend ("gomshin") who crosses a zombie-infested Seoul to reunite with her soldier boyfriend Jaeyoon (played by Park Jung-min). Jisoo brought charm, courage, and grit to the role—balancing heart-fluttering emotions with thrilling action.

"I'm honored to have been part of such a meaningful project, surrounded by amazing actors and staff," Jisoo shared after the finale.

💥 No Fear, Just Action: Jisoo Goes All In

Jisoo fearlessly embraced action-packed scenes, even shedding her idol image for gritty moments that heightened the tension. As the series progressed, she showcased deeper emotional layers, especially in the heart-wrenching scenes where she lost teammates and pressed on solo toward Jaeyoon.

In the final episode, her reunion with Jaeyoon hinted at a hopeful new beginning, wrapping up their intense journey with a sense of promise.

💬 Growth Through the Role: "It Made Me Reflect on What Really Matters"

"Working on this show reminded me of the things I'd forgotten to appreciate," Jisoo said. "I hope viewers, too, are inspired to run toward hope without hesitation."

📍 What's Next for Jisoo? Fan Tours & Major Screen Projects

Jisoo is currently on her 2025 global fan meeting tour Lights, Love, Action!, which runs until March 30. She's also ramping up her acting career with two major projects: the movie Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (coming July) and Netflix's upcoming series Love by Month.

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