JE Entertainment Desk: The superhit Korean fictional series 'Squid Game' is ready to mark its return with the second season. The series was released in 2021 and immediately gained popularity, where now the second season is making its pace, fans are eager to watch their favorite characters come back on the show.
According to a report in Hindustan Times, actress Won Ji-an is likely to join the cast of the show, where now her agency has issued a statement reacting to the reports circulating online. The show will air on Netflix in November 2023.
During Netflix's Tudum event in Brazil, the streaming platform confirmed the coming back of the series titled, 'Squid Game: The Challenge' which will premiere this year. The series will feature Lee Jung-Jae, Lee Byung-Hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo reprising their roles, and will also have new additions including Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Sung-hoon, and Yang Dong-Geun in pivotal roles. The show will be directed by Hwang Dong-Hyuk.
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According to a report in Hindustan Times, actress Won Ji-an will be featured in season two of 'Squid Game', as now her agency stated, "We cannot confirm whether Won Ji-an will be starring in Squid Game 2. Please kindly understand." Netflix also stated that they are also not able to confirm her role either.
Won Ji-an made her debut with 'DP' which premiered in 2021 on Netflix. She later appeared in 'Hope or Dope' in both seasons, and is now seen in 'Heartbeat' where she has grabbed the lead role.
Netflix is yet to confirm the female cast members of the show, where the thriller series will see the entry of Park Gyu Young, Jo Yu Ri, and Kim Si Eun. 'Squid Game' revolves around hundreds of cash-strapped contestants competing in the various games which are played in our childhood for a huge cash prize with small twists, while risking their lives in the process.
In the new season of 'Squid Game', again 456 contestants will be competing in a series of non-lethal challenges in hopes of winning a jaw-dropping prize pool of $4.56 million. It is a departure from the deadly games with unique twists which makes it interesting for the viewers to watch and keeps the show intense, curious, and thrilling.
Netflix released all nine episodes of the series in September 2021, where the series went ahead and was nominated for the Emmy Awards including for the best drama series.
Actor Lee Jung-Jae also won the best actor award and made history by winning in the drama category for a non-English speaking role.