Why Netflix relies on fresh faces over celebrity star power

The Korean content market is struggling to discover new actors. While familiar pairings ensure reliable entertainment, audiences have increasingly voiced fatigue over predictable A-list casting. In the midst of this stagnation, Netflix original series "If Wishes Could Kill" and "Teach You a Lesson" are drawing viewers by using fresh faces to enhance their narratives. Released June 5, "Teach You a Lesson" retained the top spot on Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English TV) list for a second week. This success has driven growing interest in the cast. Viewers are focusing not only on the leads but also on the performers anchoring individual episodes. In Episode 5, Park Ji-yeon garnered widespread attention for her role as an overzealous parent who corners a teacher with malicious complaints. The actors portraying antagonists for the series have successfully provoked viewer anger, driving overall engagement with the series. Released earlier in April, "If Wishes Could Kill" succeeded by placing newcomers at the forefront. The series featured a rare ensemble of rising actors, including Jeon SoWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times