“Itaewon Class,” a musical produced by Kakao Entertainment – Page 2

Kakao Entertainment unveils new webtoons in the spotlight for February!

13Feb

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Kakao Entertainment unveils new webtoons in the spotlight for February!

Kakao Entertainment unveiled four new webtoons that have been the talk of the town in February. The new releases include a variety of works such as 'The Strongest Brother Has Lost His Memory,' 'We're Planning to Erase This Country,' 'Thirty-One Gosh, She,' and 'Plum Blossom Shade,' spanning genres like romance, action, fantasy, and historical drama. Particularly, 'The Strongest Brother Has Lost His Memory' has been making waves by claiming the top spot in the webtoon romance weekly rankings. 'We're Planning to Erase This Country' and 'Thirty-One Gosh, She' each feature a twisty story complemented by vibrant artwork and humor, portraying tales of urban life. Additionally, 'Plum Blossom Shade' ranks high in the Thursday webtoon rankings with its exquisite historical drama artwork by Baekha.

The 220 million views hit IP ‘Siren’ to be reborn as a musical shownote! Grand opening of the worldwide premiere in April 2026.

11Feb

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The 220 million views hit IP ‘Siren’ to be reborn as a musical shownote! Grand opening of the worldwide premiere in April 2026.

Kakao Entertainment is producing the popular webtoon 'Siren,' which has recorded 220 million views, into a musical. Scheduled to grand open at the Chungmu Art Center Daeguk Theater in April 2026, the stage, combining the best domestic creative team and Show Note's performance planning and production expertise, is highly anticipated. 'Siren' tells the story of Valentine Dukong, who inherits the power of the devil, and the only key to breaking his curse, Siren. With a combined total of 220 million views from the webtoon and web novel, it has gained high popularity. The musical will feature professional creators such as writer Kim Solji, composer Lee Sungjun, director Park Soyoung, and choreographer Lee Hyunjung. This musical is also drawing attention as a case study of Kakao Entertainment's ...

2025 will be a busy year for leading actors, with Kakao Entertainment leading the way with a bright smile.

24Jan

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2025 will be a busy year for leading actors, with Kakao Entertainment leading the way with a bright smile.

In 2025, the leading actors are expected to continue their active careers with various works, and the performances of actors from Kakao Entertainment such as Choo Young-woo, Joo Jong-hyuk, Shin Seung-ho, and Park Ji-hoo are receiving attention. Choo Young-woo is anticipated to shine in 'Perfect Man', while Joo Jong-hyuk is predicted to garner attention in 'Trigger' and 'Polaris'. Shin Seung-ho is showcasing his versatile charm through news of diverse movie appearances and activities in entertainment programs, and Park Ji-hoo is set to take on the lead role in the new SBS drama 'Spring of Four Seasons'. Note: Please use the commonly used transliterations for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.

Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be the World’s First Musical Adaptation in Japan!

22Jan

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Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be the World’s First Musical Adaptation in Japan!

Kakao Entertainment's flagship global IP, "Itaewon Class," will be adapted into a musical for the first time in the world, starting in Japan. Popular singer and actor Kouta Kinozumi will take on the lead role, with a talented creative team including Lee Hee-joon and Helen Park. Following the immense domestic success of "Itaewon Class," this global expansion into Japan and Taiwan has garnered significant attention. The success of the musical adaptation of "Itaewon Class" showcases the value and potential of various IPs, paving the way for the discovery of more IPs to further enrich the entertainment experience.

Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be adapted into the world’s first musical in Japan!

22Jan

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Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be adapted into the world’s first musical in Japan!

As of January 2025, the webtoon "Itaewon Class," which has recorded 4.3 billion views on Kakao Webtoon, will be adapted into a musical for the first time in the world in Japan. This musical is based on a drama produced in South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, and it has garnered significant attention as a second creation case through its performance in Japan. Popular singer and actor Kouta Kinozomu will star as Park Saeroyi, and it will be produced through the collaboration of creators from South Korea, Japan, and the United States. The original author, Gwangjin, has expressed expectations for Kouta Kinozomu's character interpretation, and the production team of the musical consists of outstanding creators from South Korea, Japan, and the United States. Additionally, Kakao Entertainment evaluate...

To celebrate the global success of the anime “Solo Leveling” Season 2, a special event to enhance the connection with the original webtoon on KakaoPage/KakaoWebtoon will be held.

21Jan

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To celebrate the global success of the anime “Solo Leveling” Season 2, a special event to enhance the connection with the original webtoon on KakaoPage/KakaoWebtoon will be held.

Kakao Entertainment is celebrating the global success of the animation 'Solo Leveling: Arise from the Shadow' by hosting the 'Solo Leveling Demon Castle Entry Quest' event on KakaoPage and Kakao Webtoon. The animation's second season has achieved success by topping the viewing charts on Japan's Amazon Prime TV show and entering the weekly TOP 10 in 11 countries on Netflix. The game 'Solo Leveling' is also making strides globally. The continuous expansion and success of this IP are maintaining the popularity of the original web novel and webtoon, with plans underway for a live-action drama adaptation.

GOT7 to make a full group comeback with Kakao Entertainment on January 20th.

20Dec

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GOT7 to make a full group comeback with Kakao Entertainment on January 20th.

GOT7 will make a full group comeback on January 20th. Teaming up with Kakao Entertainment, they are returning to full group activities after about 3 years. To commemorate their 11th debut anniversary, they will unveil a systematic and high-quality content in their new mini album 'WINTER HEPTAGON,' in which all members participated. GOT7 has received global acclaim for showcasing various music genres from hip-hop to R&B, and with this album, they aim to delve deeper into their musical colors and team identity. Fans are eagerly anticipating GOT7's activities as a full group after a long wait.