Netflix’s Squid Game 2 has been a global hit since its release, but it’s now facing backlash in Vietnam, with a boycott movement gaining traction.
On December 27, Vietnamese media outlet Tuổi Trẻ reported that the Vietnamese Film Bureau is reviewing the show’s content under the country’s Film Law after controversy erupted over a specific scene.
The debate focuses on a dialogue involving Kang Ha Neul’s character, Dae Ho. In the scene, Dae Ho shares that his father, a Vietnam War veteran, sent him to the Marine Corps “to become more manly.” Another character, Jung Bae, responds, “Your father is an honorable man,” praising his service.
This exchange sparked outrage among Vietnamese viewers, with many feeling it disrespected their country’s history.
Comments flooded social media, with netizens saying things like, “How dare they touch Vietnam’s painful history?” and “We should boycott this series for disrespecting our scars.”
The Vietnam War, also known as the “American War” in Vietnam, remains a sensitive topic. Lasting from 1955 to 1975, it was a struggle for Vietnam’s independence and reunification. During the conflict, South Korea sent around 320,000 troops to Vietnam at the request of the United States.
A Vietnamese government official confirmed that the matter is under investigation, stating, “We are aware of the controversy surrounding Squid Game 2 and are reviewing its content. The results will be released soon.”
While Squid Game 2 continues to draw viewers worldwide, the backlash in Vietnam highlights the importance of cultural sensitivity in global media.
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