KOREA: As reported by Soompi, Netflix has unveiled new stills and character posters for the highly anticipated series Squid Game 2, featuring Lee Byung Hun and Wi Ha Joon.
The show continues to revolve around a deadly survival game with a staggering prize of 45.6 billion won ($33 million).
In Season 2, Seong Gi Hun (Lee Jung Jae), who forsook his trip to the U.S., returns with a new resolve to confront the sinister forces behind the game he previously conquered.
Pivotal role
The character posters spotlight Frontman (Lee Byung Hun) and Jun Ho (Wi Ha Joon). Frontman, unmasked and surrounded by Pink Guards, wears a cryptic expression, hinting at his pivotal role this season.
Having mostly remained hidden behind a mask in Season 1, his growing prominence fuels curiosity about his next moves.
Meanwhile, Jun Ho’s intense gaze raises questions about his survival after a perilous cliffhanger and whether he’ll uncover the truth about the game and reunite with his brother, In Ho.
Additional stills tease intriguing developments. Gi Hun, once naïve, now exudes steely determination to dismantle the game. His looming confrontation with Frontman adds a layer of tension.
Ex-lovers Myung Gi (Im Siwan) and Jun Hee (Jo Yu Ri) appear with O and X marks on their chests, emphasizing the season’s theme of choice and its implications for the participants’ fates. Dae Ho (Kang Ha Neul), sporting a Marine Corps tattoo, smiles amidst the chaos, further stoking curiosity.
Gripping narrative
Squid Game 2 promises fresh characters and a gripping narrative, deepening its predecessor’s suspense and moral dilemmas. The series premieres on Dec 26, offering fans an electrifying continuation of the global phenomenon.
Born July 12, 1970, Lee Byung Hun is one of South Korea’s most celebrated and internationally recognised actors. He’s known for his ability to tackle a wide range of roles across various genres, from intense dramas to action-packed thrillers.
