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Starting from nothing, they want it all. Netflix unveils new posters and a teaser for « Tantara » («Saltimbanques» in French), one of the most anticipated Korean series of the end of the year. Set in the entertainment industry of the 1960s through the 1980s, it explores all-consuming ambition, dreams of fame, and potential betrayals. And here’s an important note for fans: the series will be released in three parts throughout the month of December.
4 People Hungry for Success
Each poster pairs a face with a line that says everything about the character.
Song Hye-kyo She plays Min-ja, a woman with a boundless appetite for success. She claims she can smell money from miles away, and she can smell it here.
Gong Yoo Dong-gu plays the role, exuding unwavering confidence: after going through so many hardships, what else could they possibly have to fear?
The person who connects Min-ja and Min-hee, played by Seolhyun, looks set to be more complicated. The young singer confides that she has to do everything she can to avoid being abandoned by her older sister. This statement suggests a relationship marked by dependence, or even rivalry.
Cha Seung-won, finally, plays Seok Gil-yeo. His line—in which he asserts that it’s no coincidence that an uneducated man like him has come this far—offers a glimpse into a life far less glamorous than the scene suggests.
The Journey of Two Children from Poverty
The teaser tells the story of these four lives. Min-ja and Dong-gu grew up together in difficult circumstances and have always had only each other to rely on. Their encounter with Min-hee, who has a real talent for singing, inspires them to break into the music industry.
One obstacle follows another, but none of them makes them give up. The slogan sums up the journey: a crazy start, countless challenges, and the the intense journey of those who put on the show.
A Reunion Behind the Camera
The series reunites screenwriter Noh Hee-kyung and director Lee Yoon-jung. And for the two lead actors, it’s a true reunion: Song Hye-kyo first came to prominence in a more dramatic role in «That Winter, The Wind Blows,» written by Noh Hee-kyung, while Gong Yoo owes one of his most iconic roles to Lee Yoon-jung in «Coffee Prince.».
A 3-step outing
Netflix has opted for a three-part format:
- Part 1 : Thursday, December 11
- Part 2 : Thursday, December 18
- Part 3 : Thursday, December 25
«Tantara» will be available on Netflix starting December 11, 2026.