Lee Jung Jae of 'Squid Game' returns as a frontman.

Netflix announced on June 13th that it had officially confirmed the production of season 2 of 'Squid Game'.

Netflix also released a message written by director Hwang Dong Hyuk. Director Hwang wrote in the message, “The frontman Gi Hun is back.” “The man in a suit with a ticket may come back, and he will also be able to meet Young Hee’s boyfriend, Cheol Su.”

He continued, “I will see you again with a newer game and an amazing story.”

'Frontman' is the game host of the game played by actor Lee Byung Hun in season 1. It is significant that Gi Hun (Lee Jung Jae), the final winner of the season 1 game, becomes the frontman.

Actor Gong Yoo plays Gong Yoo as an unknown person who recommends participation in the 'Squid Game' to citizens in a swamp of despair. Young Hee is a giant sculpture that is a symbol of the ‘squid game’.

Director Hwang expressed his gratitude to the viewers, saying, "It took 12 years for season 1 to be released to the world, but it took only 12 days for 'Squid Game' to become the most popular Netflix series in history."

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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