Lee Jung Jae has finally addressed the huge rumors surrounding his salary for Squid Game Season 2, revealing some surprising details!

In an interview on January 2, Lee Jung Jae, the lead actor of the Netflix hit Squid Game, spoke openly about the buzz surrounding his reported 13 billion KRW (about 1 million USD) per episode pay for the highly anticipated second season.

Squid Game took the world by storm when it premiered in September 2021, breaking records and becoming the most-watched show on Netflix for 47 days.

Season 2, which launched three years later, continues the thrilling story of Gihun (Lee Jung Jae) as he returns to the deadly games for revenge, facing off against the Front Man (Lee Byung Hun).

In his candid interview, Lee Jung Jae addressed the rumors head-on. "It's true that I received a lot, but there is some misunderstanding about the details," he said.

He explained that his pay was handled by his agency in the U.S. and that Netflix worked with them to come up with a deal that was right for him.

"The most important thing for me was the relationship," he shared. "If the relationship breaks down, nothing works after that. It’s better to create the best possible relationship and do it in the best possible condition."

While he didn’t confirm if he truly got the highest pay ever, Lee Jung Jae made it clear that the deal was a result of Squid Game's global success and his agency's efforts. Fans can’t help but wonder if this sets a new record for the highest-paid domestic actor in Korea!

Squid Game 2, which features new stars like Im Si Wan, Kang Ha Neul, and T.O.P, has already generated massive buzz, surpassing the original series' viewership records.

As for Season 3, fans can expect it to hit Netflix this summer, with even more intense games and surprises in store!

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Song Hye Kyo has wowed fans once again with her flawless beauty and exceptional acting!

On April 1, MBC’s Son Suk Hee’s Questions featured two of Korea’s top screenwriters, Kim Eun Sook and Kim Eun Hee, as they discussed their famous dramas.

Kim Eun Sook mentioned hits like Lovers in Paris, Goblin, and The Glory, while Kim Eun Hee brought up Sign, Signal, and Kingdom.

However, the spotlight quickly turned to The Glory, as Kim Eun Sook shared how a particular scene left her in awe. She said, “I wasn’t sure if the actor could pull it off, but when I saw Song Hye Kyo’s acting, I got chills. I realized she could bring that level of intensity, and I gave her high praise.”

She couldn’t stop complimenting Song Hye Kyo’s portrayal of Moon Dong Eun, calling it absolutely brilliant.

Song Hye Kyo herself shared her thoughts on that unforgettable scene, recalling, “That scene was filmed in the middle of the shoot. By that time, I was completely immersed in Dong Eun. I acted purely based on what I felt on set, and I just followed the emotions from the script and the atmosphere.”

She added, “A few days later, writer Kim Eun Sook called me, and I was worried she didn’t like something. But instead, she told me she loved that scene and thanked me. That made me so happy,” she said with a smile.

Lim Ji Yeon, who played Park Yeon Jin, Moon Dong Eun’s rival in The Glory, also praised the scene, saying, “I thought that was the highlight of the drama. The writer has a way of making everything feel real, even in the most serious moments.”

But it wasn’t just the acting that had fans talking. Song Hye Kyo’s appearance in the video had viewers in awe. She had cut her hair even shorter than her character in The Glory, and fans couldn’t help but notice how youthful and glowing she looked. Many pointed out how much younger she appeared, even compared to her Encounter days seven years ago!

Fans flooded social media, expressing how both her beauty and her acting were on another level. With praise pouring in for her stunning transformation, Song Hye Kyo is proving she only gets better with time!

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