Byeon Woo-Seok Lands Lead Role in Netflix's Live-Action ‘Solo Leveling' Adaption
Following months of speculation and fervent fan discussions,Netflixhas officially announced a Korean live-action adaptation ofSolo Leveling. Originally serialized on KakaoPage, the franchise has become a global sensation, amassing over 14.3 billion cumulative views across its web novel and webtoon formats. Its anime adaptation further solidified its popularity, sweeping nine major categories at the2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards– including Anime of the Year, Best Action and Best Character – setting high expectations for the upcoming live-action series.
While fans initially speculated thatCha Eun-woomight take on the lead role, the coveted part of Sung Jin-woo will be played byByeon Woo-seok. One of Korea's most in-demand actors, Byeon is celebrated for his performances in20th Century GirlandLovely Runner. His striking visuals have earned him the nickname 'straight out of a manhwa,' making him a compelling choice to portray Jin-woo's transformation from low-ranked Hunter to humanity's last hope.
The series will be co-directed by Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo, known for their work on Ashfall, Castaway on the Moon, and Like a Virgin. Produced by Kakao Entertainment and SANAI PICTURES, the adaptation promises vivid characters, thrilling quests, and high-impact action sequences brought to life by a world-class global VFX team. No release window or further details have been shared, but it's confirmed that the series is currently in production and will be available on Netflix.
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