After rising to fame with Netflix’s “Sweet Home”, this actress is said to be joining the cast of “Squid Game 2” as a main character.
On June 23rd, it was reported that actress Park Gyu Young has been cast in season 2 of the Netflix original series “Squid Game”. Regarding this, a representative from Netflix told the press, “There is no information we can confirm at the moment.”
Park Gyu Young previously gained popularity through Netflix’s “Sweet Home”, and is expected to appear in “Sweet Home 2”, which is scheduled for release in the second half of 2023.
She will also be starring in the Netflix drama “Celebrity”, which will premiere on June 30th.
As a result, when news spread that Park Gyu Young is cast in “Squid Game 2”, numerous fans expressed their anticipation and called her “Netflix’s daughter”.
“Squid Game 2” has recently garnered significant attention as it introduces new cast members, including Im Si Wan, Kang Ha Neul, Park Sung Hoon, and Yang Dong Geun. In addition, Lee Jung Jae, Lee Byung Hun, Gong Yoo, and Wi Ha Joon, who starred in season 1 of the drama, will also reprise their roles.
However, a controversy was raised as there is no actress among the eight main characters, leading to a focus on the female lead. Viewers are anticipating whether Park Gyu Young will make an impact as the female lead in “Squid Game 2.”
“Squid Game” gained global popularity by portraying the story of debt-ridden people risking their lives in deadly survival games with a prize money of 45.6 billion won, in order to become the final winner.
Season 2 is expected to focus on the story of Lee Jung Jae and ‘Frontman’ Lee Byung Hun.
Source: Insight, Xsportsnews
