Solo Leveling, a global sensation, continues to make waves across multiple platforms, with its live-action adaptation still in development. As confirmed by the webtoon’s official publisher, Kakao Entertainment, the adaptation is in the works despite no major updates since its initial reveal in October 2023. Fans have eagerly awaited further news about the live-action project, and now it seems like the wait may soon pay off.
The official statement from Kakao Entertainment revealed that while production is still ongoing, the live-action adaptation remains in the planning and development stages. The script for the series is being handled by Kakao Entertainment’s media division, further solidifying the company’s commitment to expanding the Solo Leveling universe.
The Anime’s Growing Popularity
Kakao Entertainment, the webtoon and web novel publisher for Solo Leveling, has also shared insights into the franchise’s success. The company praised the series’ remarkable achievements, including the successful Solo Leveling: Ragnarok webtoon sequel, the anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures, and the mobile game Solo Leveling: Arise. These milestones have helped cement Solo Leveling as a flagship IP for K-content, with growing international recognition.
Kakao Entertainment highlighted that the franchise is expanding continuously. The webtoon Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, which serves as a sequel to the original Solo Leveling, quickly became a massive hit, topping Kakaopage in Korea and reaching unprecedented popularity in Japan. The franchise is also making waves on platforms like Tapas, where the Ragnarok webtoon can be read. This expansion reflects the growing influence of Solo Leveling in the global entertainment scene.
The Solo Leveling anime adaptation has also proven to be a massive success, ranking among the biggest launches on Crunchyroll. Its popularity continued into 2025 with the release of Season 2, which promises to deeper into the story, expanding the universe and introducing new character arcs. The anime has even made its way onto IMDb’s dynamic chart, solidifying its status as one of the top 100 most popular TV shows.
