The popular Korean webtoon Solo Leveling is making its way to live-action television. Kakao Entertainment announced plans to create a drama based on the webtoon, bringing its characters to life with real actors. This news follows the success of the webtoon’s anime adaptation.
From Webtoon to Screen: Solo Leveling’s Journey
Solo Leveling tells the story of Sung Jin Woo, a hunter initially known as the weakest. He gains extraordinary powers and becomes the world’s strongest hunter. The story originated as a web novel and was later adapted into a popular webtoon. Its success has led to further adaptations, including a game and a widely successful anime series. The media division of Kakao Entertainment is actively involved in planning, developing, and writing the script for the live-action drama. This involvement suggests a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the original story.
Anime Success and Continued Expansion
The second season of the Solo Leveling anime, which premiered on December 5, quickly rose to the top of Amazon Prime TV show rankings in Japan. It also secured a spot in the top 10 on Netflix in 11 countries. This international success demonstrates the widespread appeal of the Solo Leveling IP. This achievement further solidified the decision to expand the story into a live-action format.
Celebrating with Fans
To celebrate the anime’s success and engage with fans, Kakao Entertainment is hosting a special event. Until February 1, readers of the original webtoon can receive emoticons and other rewards. This interactive approach aims to connect with the existing fanbase and build excitement for the upcoming live-action adaptation. A representative from Kakao Entertainment said:
“Solo Leveling has solidified itself as a flagship IP representing K-content. Through continued investment in this IP, we aim to create a record-breaking legacy together.”
This statement highlights the company’s confidence in the future of the Solo Leveling franchise.
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Source: Naver
