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In recent years, manhwa and webtoons have seen a surge in popularity. Naturally, anime fans are eager to discover other popular Korean manhwa titles that can dominate the internet with their rich storytelling. Among the many popular Korean manhwa titles,Lookismstands out as an instant hit, gaining massive attention with just eight episodes.
Following the release of its first installment,LookismSeason 2 has become a hot topic of discussion among anime fans. After the first season captivated audiences with its gripping plot and top-tier animation, fans are eagerly wondering ifLookismSeason 2 is on the horizon.
The webtoon has been ongoing for almost a decade now and has released 458 chapters so far. Par Tae-Joon, the creator behindLookism, has introduced several compelling characters, yet his favorite to draw was an average, mediocre-looking guy.
LookismCreator Shares Surprising Details About His Favorite Character
Based on the webtoon created by Park Tae-Joon, Lookism is an original net animation that was released on Netflix on July 05, 2025. Given the widespread praise from the anime community, eager fans are hopeful that production forLookismSeason 2 will begin soon.
The show follows protagonist Park Hyeong-seok, a high schooler who is often harassed by his peers for being unattractive. One day, he wakes up and has a different but fit body which he can use as his original body sleeps. The series deals with the subtle lookism and materialism present in the lives of people living in modern society.
T.Jun, the creator of Lookism, sits down for an exclusive interview about his popular webtoon and the Netflix adaptationpic.twitter.com/ovzJzlpc6Y
Park Tae-Joon is highly renowned for featuring complex themes, which left a memorable impression on its audience.Lookismexplores school bullying, body shaming, self-esteem, and society’s perception of us vs our perception of self, through the eyes of its protagonist.
Undoubtedly,Lookismhas become one of Netflix’s standout shows, amassing a huge fanbase with just eight episodes. Interestingly, in an interview,Lookism‘s creator revealed that, for him, the favorite character isn’t the best-looking one but an average, plain-looking guy who steals the spotlight. Park Tae-Joon said:
The easy one to draw, I guess the protagonist, who was chubby in the beginning was the easiest one to draw but we can’t see him as he lost weight. So one of the easier characters to draw is gone now. A character called Lee Hyeon-do is very fun to draw. He has a face that looks very unique. So I can freely use different expressions.
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Park Tae-Joon mentions that drawing every character too fabulous and good-looking came with its own demerits. Therefore, it was interesting for the creator to use his creativity on other characters with Lee Hyeon-do being the standout. He added:
It’s very hard and boring to only draw good-looking things, but when I draw him, I can use various expressions, so it’s fun to draw. Right now, I think Lee Hyeon-do is an interesting character to draw, rather than the easiest one.
Indeed,Lookismhas taken over the internet, captivating several fans with its rich characters and storytelling. Much to fans’ delight, the original webtoon has enough materials for a second or even a third season. Having made its debut back in 2014 on Naver Webtoon,Lookismhas released 468 chapters so far.
Korean Webtoon Platform Shuts Down 170 Piracy Sites, Sparking Fan Reactions
Naver Webtoon’s recent actions against piracy websites have shaken the entire manga-anime industry. Reportedly, the Korean Webtoon platform has filed a DMCA subpoena request for over 170 piracy websites and is currently preparing legal action against only three big piracy sites.
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The Webtoonplatform’s legal action has created a lot of commotionin the manga-anime industry. Although piracy sites promote unlawful distribution, they have also introduced several fans to the lesser-known world of Korean Webtoons. Not to forget, the Webtoon platform provides a very unpleasant experience for readers, especially with itspaid services charging the user for every chapter.
Naturally, within hours the news took over the entire internet, leaving fans worried about their go-to piracy sites’ future. Fans find themselves in a bittersweet situation, where turning to piracy sites feels like the only option. However, if Naver Webtoon’s legal efforts succeed, it could jeopardize potential anime adaptations for popular manhwas likeThe Beginning After the End,The Legend of the Northern Blade, and more.
Lookismcan be read on Naver or Webtoons, whereas Season 1 is available to watch on Netflix
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
