• "They make a great pair" — Netizens applaud Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun for enjoying a normal date in public

    On May 2nd, news broke that "The Glory" actors Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun were seen on a date at a famous restaurant in Gangneung, known for its dumplings and soondubu stew.

    The owner of the restaurant was ecstatic to have the stars visit his establishment and even asked for their autographs.

    The owner said, "'The Glory' stars Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun stopped by. They make a nice-looking pair that is both cool and beautiful. Lee Do Hyun's voice was really cool, and Lim Ji Yeon's eyes were really pretty. Today, we sold out of dumplings, so they couldn't eat them. They only got to try our other food, but if they come back, we'll make them something delicious".

    The news of their visit quickly spread on social media, and netizens couldn't help but share their thoughts on the couple's public outing.

    Here are some of the comments generated by netizens:

    "I love seeing them together! They make such a beautiful couple."

    "I can't believe they were spotted together! They're so cute!"

    "I'm so happy for them! They deserve to enjoy a nice meal together without being bothered."

    "I'm glad to see they're still going strong. They make a great pair."

    "They look so happy together. It's nice to see them enjoying each other's company."

    "I hope they had a great time at the restaurant. They deserve some time to relax and unwind."

    "I love how they're just like any other couple, enjoying a meal together at a local restaurant."

    "They're such a good-looking pair. I can't get enough of them!"

    "It's so cool that the restaurant owner got their autographs. He must have been thrilled to have them visit."

    "I'm a big fan of both of them, so it's great to see them out and about."

    The news of Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun's restaurant date comes just a few months after they confirmed their relationship in March of this year. Fans have been thrilled to see the couple going strong and enjoying each other's company in public.

    The pair has received a lot of love from their fans, who have been eagerly anticipating any news about their relationship.

    What are your thoughts?

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  • Is Jisoo’s Acting the Main Problem in "Newtopia"? - Here's Why Fans Are Worried About the New Zombie Series

    The new OTT series Newtopia has faced mixed reactions, with BLACKPINK’s Jisoo's acting and a slow storyline making viewers question if the show can survive.

    Released on the 7th, Newtopia on Coupang Play promised to offer something fresh in the K-zombie genre. The drama follows an unlikely couple, Lee Jae-yoon (played by Park Jung Min), a late-blooming soldier, and his girlfriend Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), as they fight to survive in a zombie-infested Seoul.

    The mix of zombies and romantic comedy sounded like an interesting twist, but the show hasn’t exactly hit the mark.

    Jisoo’s second lead role after Snowdrop in 2021 was highly anticipated. But many fans and critics have been concerned about her acting, especially after she received some backlash for her unclear pronunciation and awkward expressions in her previous project.

    Director Yoon Sung-hyun, aware of the concerns, said at the press preview, “Since Jisoo hadn’t acted for a long time after her last project, I was also initially worried, thinking, ‘Will she be okay?’ But Jisoo dedicated herself, doing script readings four days a week. She worked hard, and as a result, I had no doubts or difficulties. By episode 8, you'll feel that only Jisoo could have portrayed Young-joo. She did an amazing job.”

    Despite his words of praise, Jisoo’s performance still left fans worried. While she showed some improvement, her portrayal of Young-joo seemed inconsistent, lacking the calmness expected from the character. However, her "girl crush" image, with her background as a "campus goddess," did add some intrigue to her role.

    The main issue, however, wasn’t just Jisoo's acting. Newtopia also struggled with its pacing. While other recent hits like Trauma Center or Trigger grab attention right from the start, Newtopia spent too much time in the first episode on Jae-yoon’s military life and Young-joo’s personal struggles, making it feel like a waste of time. The show failed to showcase the humor and zombie elements it promised, leaving many viewers unimpressed.

    On top of that, some characters came off as annoying, like Jae-yoon’s colleague, Line Ho (Im Seong Jae), and the "unlikable" senior character Seojin-wook (played by Kang Young Seok). Even Park Jung-min didn’t do much to help the show move along, making the 57-minute episode feel even longer.

    Thankfully, the show picked up pace in episode 2, finally diving into the zombie chaos. But will that be enough to save Newtopia? With the first episode still fresh in fans’ minds, the jury’s still out on whether this K-zombie drama can find its footing and deliver the thrills viewers are hoping for.

    The remaining six episodes of Newtopia will air every Friday at 8 PM, with one episode released per week. Stay tuned to see if the series can bounce back!

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