- Ahn Hyo Seop plays Kim Dok Ja. He is a reader who finds himself living in the world of his favorite web novel.
- Lee Min Ho portrays Yoo Joong Hyuk, the protagonist of the novel who becomes Kim Dok Ja’s reluctant ally.
- BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, Chae Soo Bin, and Nana join the cast in a battle for survival against deadly scenarios.
In the upcoming K-drama Omniscient Reader, Ahn Hyo Seop takes on the role of Kim Dok Ja. His life is upended when the fictional world of his favorite novel becomes reality.
The teaser and character posters reveal a gripping lineup. It includes Chae Soo Bin as Yoo Sang Ah, a close companion of Kim Dok Ja. Shin Seung Ho plays Lee Hyun Sung, a loyal supporter.
Survival, Deception, and Chaos: Omniscient Reader Teases High-Stakes Drama
In Omniscient Reader, Ahn Hyo Seop’s Kim Dok Ja is the sole avid reader of a web novel called “How to Survive in a Ruined World.” When his real life merges with the novel’s dystopian plot, he must leverage his knowledge of the story. He must navigate a world where survival depends on clearing scenarios issued by a sinister goblin. Each scenario brings new perils. It demands cunning, strength, and alliances.
Lee Min Ho’s Yoo Joong Hyuk, the hero of the novel, becomes a crucial but reluctant ally. Initially skeptical of Kim Dok Ja’s claims of foreseeing the future, he throws him into the ocean. This forces him to survive and meet him at Chungmuro station. This brutal test sets the tone for their tense, unpredictable partnership.
Chae Soo Bin’s Yoo Sang Ah questions the necessity of constant fighting. She reflects the psychological toll of surviving in a world ruled by scenarios. Meanwhile, Shin Seung Ho’s Lee Hyun Sung emerges as a steadfast protector. He is unwavering in his loyalty to Kim Dok Ja despite not fully grasping the truth behind his knowledge.
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo as Lee Ji Hye and Nana as Jung Hee Won bring unique dynamics to the group. Jisoo’s character, a high school student, clings to the belief that only strength ensures survival. Nana’s justice-driven Jung Hee Won hints at a haunting backstory. It could complicate her alliances. The intense battle for survival tests each character’s resolve. It exposes their vulnerabilities and hidden motives.
As Omniscient Reader brings the fictional world to life, the battle for survival becomes a gripping test. It is a test of trust, deception, and endurance in a rapidly collapsing reality.
“The novel that only I knew and liked has become reality.” — Kim Dok Ja
