BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is currently filming her latest Korean drama titled Influenza. She has also received several coffee trucks from her fellow artists, including Jennie from BLACKPINK and her co-stars from Snowdrop (2021), such as Jung Hae In.
The casting process for this drama began in 2023. Photos of Jisoo filming Influenza have circulated several times. While waiting for its broadcast, let’s delve into the synopsis of the drama, its cast list, and potential air dates.
1. Synopsis of the Drama Influenza
Influenza is an original Korean drama produced by Coupang Play and helmed by seasoned professionals in the entertainment industry, including writer Han Ji Won (Parasite), Ji Ho Jin (A Shop for Killers), and director Yoon Sung Hyun (Time to Hunt). This apocalyptic zombie drama centers around Lee Jae Yoon (played by Park Jung Min), a man grappling with uncertainty about his future. Despite striving for release, he finds himself enlisted for mandatory military service at age 26.
Meanwhile, Jae Yoon is in a relationship with Kang Young Joo (portrayed by Jisoo of BLACKPINK). Though deeply devoted, Jae Yoon’s insecurities make him an unreliable partner, leading him to end the relationship to alleviate his burdens. However, their reunion is interrupted by a zombie outbreak, forcing Young Joo and Jae Yoon to confront the apocalypse separately.
2. List of Influenza Cast Members
The drama features a talented cast including:
- Park Jung Min as Lee Jae Yoon
- Jisoo of BLACKPINK as Kang Young Joo
- Kim Jun Han as Ra In Ho
- Im Sung Jae
- Kim Chan Hyung
- Lee Hak Joo
- Kwon Seung Woo
- Hong Seo Hee
3. Broadcast Schedule for Influenza
Influenza commenced its casting process in mid-2023, with filming beginning in December of the same year. Jisoo’s casting was confirmed simultaneously. However, the production team has yet to announce the drama’s premiere date or its airing platform beyond Coupang Play. Stay tuned for updates on Jisoo and Park Jung Min’s anticipated drama!