The highly awaited zombie drama Influenza has added another star to its cast. Tang Jun Sang, known for his roles in Racket Boys and Move to Heaven, is set to join BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Park Jeong Min. This news has generated significant excitement among fans and viewers.

Tang Jun Sang’s Journey and New Role

On July 15, 2024, Tang Jun Sang spoke to Korean media outlet IZE about his evolution from a child actor to a prominent figure in the industry. During the interview, he disclosed his involvement in the zombie-themed drama Influenza, where he will share the screen with Jisoo and Park Jeong Min. Though he has not revealed specific details about his character, there is a lot of interest in how he will contribute to the storyline.

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Tang Jun Sang, a 21-year-old actor, began his career in 2010 at the age of 7 with the musical Billy Eliot. He transitioned to television in 2014 with Pluto Secret Society. His breakout role came in 2021 with Racket Boys. He has also appeared in notable dramas like Crash Landing on You and Move to Heaven, and films such as Wonderland and Dog Days.

Details About K-DRAMA Influenza

Influenza is a drama set in Seoul, focusing on an air defense unit that encounters a sudden zombie outbreak. Park Jeong Min, famous for his performance in Hellbound, will play Jae Yoon, a young man with military experience seeking new opportunities in the air defense unit. Jisoo, from the global sensation BLACKPINK, will portray Young Joo, Jae Yoon’s girlfriend. The plot thickens as the couple, amidst a breakup, faces an unexpected zombie attack.

The drama is directed by Yoon Sung Hyun, known for his work on Time to Hunt and Bleak Night. Filming for Influenza began a few weeks ago, and the series is expected to release later this year. This project marks Jisoo’s return to acting after a three-year hiatus since her role in Snowdrop.

Production Insights and Expectations

The production of Influenza is being closely watched, given the star-studded cast and the unique zombie apocalypse theme set within a military backdrop. Tang Jun Sang’s addition to the cast has only heightened the anticipation. Fans are eager to see how his dynamic acting skills will blend with Jisoo and Park Jeong Min‘s performances.

Tang Jun Sang expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting how this role represents another step in his acting career. As he continues to grow and take on more diverse roles, his fans eagerly await his portrayal in Influenza.

For more updates on Influenza, tune in to Vviptimes.