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Jisoo is Back on Screen with “Newtopia” a Zombie Thriller
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is making her return to the screen with Newtopia, a gripping zombie apocalypse series. Starring alongside Park Jeong Min, the show follows a couple who navigate a city overrun by the undead while finding their way back to each other.
Directed by Time to Hunt’s Yoon Sung-hyun, Newtopia tells the story of Lee Jae-Yoon (Park), a military recruit, and Kang Young-Joo (Jisoo), a young professional, who reconnect after a breakup.
But their reunion is far from smooth—Seoul is in chaos, and their love is about to be tested like never before. Can they survive both the zombies and their unresolved emotions?
Jisoo shared that while the role pushed her physically, she discovered a passion for action scenes. “It was tough, but I enjoyed every moment. I made sure to train on my days off, stretch before filming, and stay focused during rehearsals to avoid injuries,” she said.
Meanwhile, Park Jeong Min didn’t hold back his admiration for Jisoo’s dedication. Speaking with The Hindustan Times, he admitted to being a fan of hers long before working together.
“You may not know me well, but I know how much Jisoo is loved worldwide… and I love her as an actor too. She pushed herself in so many ways for this role, and I couldn’t be prouder. I think her fans are going to love seeing this side of her.”
With intense action, emotional depth, and a thrilling storyline, Newtopia is set to be a must-watch.
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
Judge Tells Duane Davis He Must Face Justice for Tupac’s Murder
Timini Egbuson Reflects on Embracing YouTube Movies in Nollywood
