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· Grace Kim
Lee Jung-jae makes directorial debut at Cannes with provocative political thriller ‘Hunt’
Lee Jung-jae is making his directorial debut with “Hunt,” an action-packed political thriller that will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on Thursday. “Hunt,” which is set in South Korea in the 1980s, follows Lee’s character, a spy for the Korean National Intelligence Service…
· Jane Nam
‘Squid Game’ lead Lee Jung-jae becomes the first Asian actor to win Best Actor Critics’ Choice Award
“Squid Game” lead Lee Jung-jae made history at the 27th Critics’ Choice Awards on Sunday as the first Asian actor to win Best Actor in a Drama Series. The South Korean Netflix original became the most-watched Netflix show of all time with 111 million accounts having streamed the…
· Bryan Ke
‘Squid Game’ actors Lee Jung-jae, Jung Ho-yeon win Outstanding Performance SAG awards on historic night
“Squid Game” made history as the first foreign-language TV series to win multiple awards at the 28th Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards on Sunday. The hit Netflix show nabbed three awards out of its four SAG nominations, including Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Squid Game,’ Lee Jung-jae, O Yeong-Su (Player 001) land Golden Globe nominations
“Squid Game” made history again as the first South Korean TV show to earn nominations at the Golden Globe Awards in its 78-year history. The nominations: Netflix’s top series of all time was recently nominated in three categories at the upcoming 2022 Golden Globe Awards.
· Michelle De Pacina
Lee Jung-jae of ‘Squid Game’ and Shin Min-ah of ‘Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha’ are Gucci’s newest brand ambassadors
“Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae and “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha” actress Shin Min-ah were recently announced as Gucci’s newest Global Brand Ambassadors. The “Squid Game” star: Gucci posted several photos of the South Korean actor modeling suits and accessories on their official…
· Bryan Ke
‘Squid Game’ lead Lee Jung-jae gracefully answers question from American reporter unaware of his stardom
An American reporter has gone viral on social media for asking Lee Jung-jae an awkward question about his fame following the international success of the Netflix show “Squid Game.” The moment: Lee, 48, was attending the LACMA Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles on Nov. 10 to promote…
· Grace Kim
‘Squid Game’ makes history – yes, again – with 14 Emmy nominations
Netflix’s “Squid Game” has made history as the first non-English language series nominated for an Emmy Award. The show has been nominated in 14 categories, with series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk up for awards in both writing and directing. “Squid Game” also made history at the 28th…
· Bryan Ke
‘Squid Game’ Season 2 confirmed; director teases Gong Yoo’s ‘suit man with ddakji’ might return
Director Hwang Dong-Hyuk and Netflix have confirmed that “Squid Game” Season 2 is on the way. The American streaming giant took to Instagram and Twitter on Monday to share the news. Accompanying the social media posts is a short video featuring the iconic robot doll Young-hee…
· Grace Kim
‘Squid Game’ creator teases Jung Ho-yeon could return as Player 067’s twin in Season 2
At the Producers Guild of America Awards on Saturday, “Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk teased fans with a hint of what might happen next. On whether much of the cast would make a return in Season 2, Hwang replied with a laugh before saying, “No, because most of them are…
· Grace Kim
Steven Spielberg slammed for saying ‘Squid Game’ stars were ‘unknown’
One of the world’s most revered directors is facing backlash for displaying the same “ignorance” many Hollywood reporters have been accused of in their comments about the success of Asian actors. Steven Spielberg, known for some of cinematic history’s greatest hits, including…
· Grace Kim
Hollywood reporters slammed for ‘ignorant’ questions to award-winning ‘Squid Game’ stars
An “Access Hollywood” reporter is facing backlash for asking “Squid Game” stars Lee Jung-jae and Jung Ho-yeon a question that did not recognize their celebrity just after they had both won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance on Sunday. “What are you going…
· Ryan General
‘Squid Game’ earns four historic Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations
“Squid Game” was nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Awards’ (SAG) Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series and Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a TV Series. Cast member Lee Jung-jae was nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Squid Game’ becomes first South Korean show to be nominated for Critics Choice Award
The Netflix hit series “Squid Game” is the first South Korean TV show to be nominated for a Critics Choice Award in its 27-year history. The nominations: Netflix’s top series of all time landed three nominations at the upcoming 2022 Critics Choice Awards, as was announced on Dec…
· Grace Kim
Marble-ous news: ‘Squid Game’ is officially confirmed for Season 2
Fans that were left hanging after the last episode of “Squid Game” now have something to look forward to, as the show’s creator Hwang Dong-hyuk confirmed on Tuesday that a second season is in the works. The return: With lead actor Lee Jung-jae at his side, Hwang revealed in an…
· Grace Kim
Everything you need to know about ‘Squid Game’ star Wi Ha-jun to leave you satisfied
Warning: Contains spoilers Netflix’s “Squid Game” has audiences captivated by the show’s take on childhood games with a deadly twist. As 456 players compete for the ultimate cash prize, police detective Hwang Jun-ho begins to unravel the sinister organization behind it all. The…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Squid Game’ director says Jung Ho-yeon was a ‘gift sent by god’ in cast reaction video
On Oct. 6, Still Watching Netflix released a YouTube video of “Squid Game” director Hwang Dong-hyuk, art director Chae Kyung-sun and actors Lee Jung-jae and Park Hae-soo reacting to their hit show. Actors’ Insights: In the video, Lee, who portrayed the character Gi-hun, and…
· Carl Samson
This is how ‘Squid Game’ would look if it starred Keanu Reeves, Brad Pitt and Zendaya
Warning: SPOILERS AHEAD A video that replaces lead characters in “Squid Game” with American actors using a face-swapping program has gone viral on YouTube.
· Grace Kim
A cultural breakdown of ‘Squid Game’ for non-Koreans and those new to K-dramas
Warning: Contains major spoilers. By now it seems everyone’s heard of “Squid Game,” Netflix’s violent survival game series topping the platform’s streaming charts worldwide. As the internet continues its debate on whether or not the subtitles and English dubbing adequately…
· Editorial Staff
YouTuber who turned down role in secret project regrets it after learning scene was for ‘Squid Game’
A YouTuber living in South Korea recently revealed that she declined an opportunity to appear in the hit Korean series “Squid Game” because of underwear and nipple covers. A secret project: Raye from the YouTube Channel Raye and Jin discussed the missed opportunity in a video…
· Grace Kim
‘Squid Game’ is the first Korean series to rank No. 1 on Netflix in the US
The new K-drama thriller “Squid Game” is the first Korean series to rank No. 1 in Netflix U.S. most-watched and also occupies one of the top two spots in more than 70 other countries and territories’ Netflix platforms. Topping the charts: According to the streaming analytics…