Netflix’s Korean original series Squid Game has taken the world by storm since its debut, captivating audiences with its unique storyline, thrilling atmosphere, and stellar performances. Now, the highly anticipated Squid Game 2: Season 2 is officially set to premiere globally on Netflix on December 26 this year. The recently released teaser has sparked widespread discussion, revealing surprises like Park Sung-hoon’s transformation into a female character and T.O.P’s portrayal of an ultra-greedy role.
Recently, a grand production press conference for Squid Game Season 2 was held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, drawing significant media attention. The event was graced by a star-studded cast, including returning leads Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun, as well as new additions such as Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Wi Ha-joon, Park Gyu-young, Lee Jin-uk, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-shim, Lee Joong-ok, and Jo Yu-ri. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk also made an appearance, officially kicking off the excitement for the upcoming second season.
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Netflix’s Squid Game 2 — Lee Jung-jae admits feeling immense pressure: “We’re also filming Season 3 at the same time!”
Lee Jung-jae, who plays the main character Seong Gi-hun (“No. 456”) in Netflix’s Korean original series Squid Game, shared his experience of the pressure and challenges faced during filming. He admitted, “There is always pressure when participating in a project, but the pressure for Squid Game Season 2 is especially intense. The director has to complete the script, communicate with multiple actors, and oversee the filming process, which is an enormous burden. On top of that, we also filmed parts of Season 3 simultaneously. The massive filming workload was a huge test of both physical and mental endurance.”
Lee also revealed that he did his best to align with the director’s vision and emotional guidance, allowing himself to fully immerse in the role. This focus helped him temporarily forget the pressure during filming. However, after meeting with reporters that day, he felt the weight of responsibility: “I hope the show receives positive reviews. This kind of expectation adds even more pressure.”
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Netflix’s original series Squid Game Season 2 has already sparked international buzz even before its release. The new season follows the story of Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) as he returns to the deadly game seeking revenge, leading to a fierce confrontation with the “Front Man” (played by Lee Byung-hun). Alongside this gripping storyline, viewers can expect a new round of brutal survival games, heightening anticipation worldwide.
On December 9 (local time in the U.S.), Squid Game Season 2 received a nomination for Best Television Series – Drama at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, once again highlighting the show’s global impact. The highly awaited season is set to premiere on Netflix on December 26, keeping fans around the world on the edge of their seats.
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