The upcoming Netflix Korean drama series titled The Fabulous, has been delayed due to national mourning, following the shocking Itaewon Halloween tragedy, know the new 2022 release date and cast
Korean dramas, scheduled broadcasts, and music concerts scheduled all around the country have been delayed as the whole nation mourns over the deaths of hundreds in the tragic incident.
The Fabulous Netflix Korean Drama 2022 New Release Date, Plot Story And Star Cast
Netflix has changed the schedule for 'The Fabulous'. The aftermath of the Itaewon disaster.
On the 31st, Netflix announced, "The production presentation and release of 'The Fabulous' will be temporarily delayed."https://t.co/3UlxyNNigo pic.twitter.com/eETtCtDE6Z
— ˢᵒˡᵒ ᵃʳᵗⁱˢᵗ ᴍɪɴʜᴏ (@AFlamer5299) October 31, 2022
I had deleted my post in fear of being wrong, but Netflix has just confirmed the rumors that The Fabulous is being pushed back, I hope we can all respect and understand this decision amidst this period of mourning. pic.twitter.com/0G1KD9dpj0
— isSHINeeback? (@isSHINeeback) October 31, 2022
Following the delay, the Netflix Media Center has currently labeled ‘The Fabulous’ series as ‘Coming Soon’.
The Itaewon Halloween Tragedy
Just a few days back on October 29, a large crowd gathered to celebrate in the Halloween festivities on the streets of Seoul, South Korea.
In the middle of the festivities, a horrific incident occurred in the narrow alleyways of the Itaewon District. The gathering of an enormous crowd led to a crush, resulting in 150 deaths and hundreds more under casualty.
The Fabulous K-Drama Delayed As Nation Mourns
‘The Fabulous’ is an upcoming K-drama series which was originally scheduled to release worldwide on Netflix on Friday, November 4.
However, following the horrific incident in Itaewon the past week the series’ international release date has now been postponed. The whole of South Korea is currently in a state of national mourning over the tragic incident.
Besides the delay of the series’ release, a Netflix representative stated that they have also postponed the pre-premiere press conference.
Netflix’s The Swoon posted on Instagram:
The Fabulous Plot
The Fabulous is a Korean drama series falling under the romantic comedy genre. The series’ setting is in Seoul’s vibrant fashion industry. The series, described as “hyperrealism romance” portrays the dream, love, and friendship of a group of youths who have dedicated themselves to the fashion industry.
The Netflix synopsis states:
“Four best friends chase their dreams in the competitive world of fashion while juggling demanding jobs, romantic dilemmas, and wild nights on the town.”
The series will reportedly feature 8 individual episodes. As of now, it is unclear whether Netflix will release all the eight episodes simultaneously after the recent postponement.
Main Star Cast List
Given below is The Fabulous’ main star cast list :
- Choi Min-ho as Ji Woo-min who is a freelance retoucher
- Chae Soo-bin as Pyo Ji-eun who plasy the role of a public relations manager for a luxury brand
- Kim Min-kyu as Shim Do-young who is a yung college student dreaming to become a model
- Lee Sang-woon as Joseph who is a designer possessing delicate artistic sensibility and a pleasant charm
- Choi Hee-jin as Ahn Nam-hee who is a fashion magazine editor
- Shin Dong-mi as Oh who plays teh role of a representative of the luxury brand PR agency
- Lee Mi-do as Hong Ji-seon who is a fashion stylist
- Jeon Soo-kyeong as Jang Ok-jin who plays Joseph’s mother and a famous actress
- Choi Won-myung as Lee Nam-jin who is Ji-eun’s boyfriend and also an ‘M&A expert’
- Lim Ki-hong as Thierry Henri who is the designer of the luxurious Erlane brand
- Lee Si-woo as Esther who plays the role of Joseph’s assistant