New World (South Korean TV series)

New World (Korean신세계로부터) is a reality show produced by Netflix starring Lee Seung-gi, Eun Ji-Won, Kim Hee-chul, Jo Bo-ah, Park Na-rae, Kai. It was released by Netflix on November 20, 2021.[1]

New World
Hangul
신세계로부터
Hanja
新世界路부터
Genrereality show
Created by
  • Cho Hyo-jin
  • Go Min-seok
Starring
Country of originSouth Korea
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8 (list of episodes)
Original release
NetworkNetflix
Release20 November 2021 (2021-11-20)

Synopsis

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The show is an unprecedented imaginary simulation variety show, portraying a utopia that everyone dreams of. Unpredictable events happen every now and then here.

The members of the show will be facing various survival tasks, duels and twist. Six variety entertainers were invited to come to the imaginary world to realize their dreams, incorporating mysterious concepts that can only be found in movies or fairy tales.

Filming

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The crew was spotted filming the show starting from May 27, 2021, and it lasted for six days.

The filming took place on an island in Geoje, South Gyeongsang Province. The entire island is famous for its garden, Oedo Botania Park.[2]

Release

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On September 25, 2021, the first teaser for the show was released along with the announcement that it will premiere on November 20.[3]

Reception

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The series entered the Top 10 most viewed Netflix shows in 6 countries. It ranked 8th in South Korea, and 5th in Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia. In addition, it ranked 6th in Vietnam and 7th in Hong Kong, proving the global popularity of 'From the New World'.[4]

Awards

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Award ceremony Year Category Nominee Result Ref.
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2022 Best New Male Entertainer Kai Won [5]

References

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  1. ^ Yeo, Gladys (September 27, 2021). "EXO's Kai, SUPER JUNIOR's Heechul and actress Jo Bo-ah to star in Netflix's 'New World'". NME. Retrieved September 29, 2021.
  2. ^ "[서병기 연예톡톡]'신세계로부터', 게임예능의 진수를 맛볼 수 있다". Naver News (in Korean). Retrieved 2022-01-09.
  3. ^ Cha, E (September 26, 2021). "Watch: Lee Seung Gi, EXO's Kai, Super Junior's Heechul, Park Na Rae, Jo Bo Ah, & Eun Ji Won Get Competitive In Teaser For New Variety Show". Soompi. Retrieved September 29, 2021.
  4. ^ 장, 진리. "'신세계로부터', 글로벌 인기 뜨겁네…싱가포르 등 넷플릭스 6개국 톱10". Naver News (in Korean). Retrieved 2022-01-08.
  5. ^ Kim Ga-Young (July 19, 2022). "엑소 카이·주현영, 남녀신인예능인상 [청룡시리즈어워즈]" [EXO Kai · Joo Hyun-young, Male and Female New Artist Award [Blue Dragon Series Awards]] (in Korean). Edaily. Archived from the original on July 19, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022 – via Naver.
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