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Korea Herald
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
We were all first-time daters once
Creators of Netflix's 'Better Late Than Single' discuss casting romance rookies, moments that went viral online Jae-yoon dived head-first into a pile of grass to avoid approaching women; Jung-mok confessed he's already thinking about marriage just days into the experience. These raw, awkward and often hilarious portrayals of first love quickly helped "Better Late Than Single" to become a breakout hit. Following 12 participants, most of them in their late 20s, who had never been in a romantic relationship, the Netflix Korea show has gained global popularity since its July premiere. Just one week after its release, the series broke into Netflix's global Top 10 for non-English TV series at No. 10. In Korea, it climbed to No. 2 on the weekly domestic chart and entered the Top 10 in multiple Asian locations, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia. Producers attributed the show's broad appeal to its honest depiction of first love. 'We were all first-time daters once,' the show's producer Kim No-eun said in an interview in Samcheong-dong, Seoul. 'Because it's something everyone has experienced, it naturally creates empathy and deep emotional immersion. I think the cast's feelings came through clearly.' The production team said they were surprised to receive over 4,000 applications from people who had never dated. Most applicants were in their mid- to late-20s and had attended university during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the show's unique premise, the vetting process for the applicants was rigorous. Before filming, the team said they verified each applicant's dating history through family, friends and acquaintances and required participants to sign a pledge grounded in mutual trust. "Of course, the participants went through a verification process, but even when we met them for interviews, just based on their appearance, we thought they probably weren't true never-daters. However, after talking with them for about 10 to 20 minutes, we became convinced that they were for real," laughed producer Won Seung-jae. One participant who made a lasting impression during the casting process was Jae-yoon, who ultimately joined the final lineup. During the interview, producer Jo Wook-hyoung recalled Jae-yoon's reflection. "To be in a relationship, he said, he has to become a man. But to become a man, he said, he first needed to become a person. Jae-yoon added that he didn't yet feel like a fully realized person and hoped to grow into one through his experience on the show," said Jo. "The moment I heard that, I knew I wanted to work with him." Reflecting on the cast's decision to take part in the show, producer Jo Wook-hyung noted, 'It takes tremendous courage to reveal one's awkward side in situations where people usually want to show only their best selves.' 'We hope viewers will warmly support the cast members who found the courage to do so.' The emotional investment paid off, resulting in two final couples. Beyond the show, news that another participant was dating an older woman brought delight to the production team. On the prospects for a second season, the team expressed optimism: 'If given the opportunity, we would gratefully make it.' At the same time, they urged fans to be considerate, warning that overwhelming attention could be harmful to the participants. 'We fully understand that the reason we are loved is because we focused on authenticity. If we do another season, I think that will remain our top priority," said Won. yoonseo.3348@
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Newtopia Episode 8 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch
Newtopia Episode 8 release date and time is right around the corner, and fans are eager to know its streaming details. In the previous episode, Young-joo, stranded at the Express Bus Terminal Station, heads to the metro staff office to gather supplies. Using her engineering expertise, she repairs a defective chainsaw to fend off a swarm of zombies. Meanwhile, Jae-yoon and his group arrive at the Eden Hotel, where they encounter a lone survivor, Arron Park. However, their situation quickly turns dire when another zombie attack forces them to scatter into different hotel rooms. As they search for escape routes, they face mounting challenges at every turn. In the next episode, Kwak Gye-young and Soo Jeong make a heartfelt promise to go on a date once the zombie crisis is over. However, their hopes are soon overshadowed by an even greater threat. Meanwhile, Young Soo and Lee Jae-yun grow increasingly desperate to reunite, reminiscing about the cherished moments they've shared. But with danger closing in from all sides, the question remains — will they survive the outbreak and find their way back to each other? Here's all you need to know about the next episode. The episode's release date is March 21, and its release time is 10 PM KST, 3 AM PT, 6 AM ET. Check out its release times in the U.S. below: Timezone Release Date Release Time Eastern Time March 21, 2025 06:00 AM Pacific Time March 21, 2025 03:00 AM Find out how many episodes will be available to watch in Newtopia. You can watch Newtopia Episode 8 via Amazon Prime Video. Amazon Prime Video is a digital streaming service that offers a variety of original programming, such as Reacher, The Boys, Maxton Hall — The World Between Us, and others. Newtopia is a drama series that centers around a couple, who part ways and long to reunite during a zombie outbreak. The official synopsis for Newtopia is as follows: 'Jae-yoon, a late military enlistee, and his girlfriend, Young-joo, break up over the phone over growing misunderstandings. But a zombie outbreak rocks the world. A national emergency is declared, a plane crashes in the city center, and Jae-yoon and his unit get trapped on top of a Seoul skyscraper. Young-joo risks the zombie-filled streets to find him. Can their love survive the apocalypse?' The post Newtopia Episode 8 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
