Netflix’s Upcoming Shows to Star Non-Celebrity Cast — Here’s Why
Netflix Korea is releasing more content this 2023. As a sneak peek at what they are preparing, the online streaming platform revealed that most of their upcoming shows will feature a non-celebrity cast.
Want to know why? Then read on!
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Netflix hosted and event in Seoul on April 4. Present at the gathering are Producers Jeong Hyo Min, Lee Eun Kyung, Park Jin Kyung, Kim Jae Won, and Jeong Jong Yeon, who shared stories and insights about the forthcoming variety of programs to release this 2023.
Each of them named the shows coming to Netflix.
One is "Risqué Business," which is an interview talk show where the host will go abroad to hear stories from overseas individuals in the sex industry. It is restricted to adults rating, and the platform aims to present a show that is lively, fast-paced, and slightly bold.
Adding to the list is "Zombieverse," is a zombie-themed show where participants perform quests to survive in a world transformed into a zombie-infested area.
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"Siren: Survive the Island" is a survival show where 24 women will compete in six teams of four, representing various professions such as military, firefighters, police, bodyguards, and athletes, putting their professional pride on the line.
"19/20" features Generation Z, who spends two weeks together during the last week of being 19 years old and the first week of being 20.
"The Devil's Plan" and "Single's Inferno Season 3" are also meeting the viewers soon.
Other details about these programs are yet to be announced.
Netflix Korea Prefers to Cast Newbies Than Famous Celebrities
With all these upcoming shows, it is observed that most of the cast members are non-celebrities.
According to Netflix, they prefer casting newcomers. Though it has advantages and disadvantages, having an ordinary cast in the show gives more benefits and increases excitement among the viewers.
In January this year, they faced headaches with the controversy surrounding non-celebrity cast members in "Single's Inferno" and "Physical 100."
PD Jeong explained, "It is easier to ask for proof of documentation from non-celebrities than from celebrities who are harder to demand such things from."
She also pointed out that non-celebrities have a wide range of behavior, which they think is more attractive to the audience. It is also easier to handle controversies with newbies.
Meanwhile, all the entertainment programs mentioned will be released anytime soon this 2023.
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