Kang Ae Shim, one of the stars of Squid Game 2, has revealed that despite the massive global success of the show, she has no interest in joining social media.

On January 7th, Kang Ae Shim sat down with Xports News at a café in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, where she talked about her role in Squid Game Season 2 and her career choices.

In Squid Game 2, Kang Ae Shim plays Jang Geum Ja, a mother who enters the deadly game to pay off her son’s gambling debts.

The show continues the intense competition between Gi Hoon (played by Lee Jung Jae) and the mysterious Front Man (played by Lee Byung Hun).

Although she’s now part of one of the most popular shows in the world, Kang Ae Shim shared that she is not feeling any pressure from the fame.

"I’m just happy. I never felt the pressure. It felt like flying through the clouds, so I just focused on enjoying it," she said.

Reflecting on the huge press events and global attention, she admitted, "I thought, ‘Am I really doing this?’ I even went to the U.S. and hosted the premiere with influencers. I never imagined I’d be in this position."

Despite the overwhelming support from international fans, Kang Ae Shim said she has no plans to get social media.

"I haven’t even opened my social media accounts. I don’t think I will. I want to keep the mysterious image," she laughed.

Her Squid Game co-star, Yang Dong Geun, tried to set up an account for her but failed, saying, "He couldn’t figure it out," Kang Ae Shim joked.

She also opened up about being an independent actor without an agency, explaining that theater is her first love.

"Theater comes first for me. I’ve had agency meetings, but I told them theater is my priority. It’s where I feel most at peace," she explained, adding that she had to turn down some theater offers due to her Squid Game 2 schedule.

"I still feel happiest when I’m on stage", she said with a smile.

Squid Game Season 2 is streaming now on Netflix, and Season 3 is expected to release in 2025.

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Former AOA member Kwon Min Ah—who opened up in the past about being bullied—has once again shared a deep and emotional message on social media, leaving fans feeling concerned and sending love.

On April 23, Min Ah took to her Instagram to write:
“I don’t know if I’ve become completely twisted, or if I’m just scared. Maybe I’m afraid the same thing will happen again. Everything feels scary. And I want to say something sharp to myself too—get it together.”

Along with the message, she posted a selfie where she wore a red knit top, had her hair half-up, and showed a soft pout with a calm expression. Though her outfit and style looked casual, the mood of her words felt heavy.

Fans aren’t sure if Min Ah was directing the message toward someone else or simply speaking to herself. The final line, “get it together,” sounds like a tough love reminder to herself—but also makes many wonder what she’s been going through recently.

People quickly filled the comment section with supportive messages, telling her to stay strong and reminding her she’s not alone.

Min Ah debuted with AOA in 2012 and left the group in 2019. In 2020, she made headlines when she revealed that she had been bullied during her time in the group. The confession caused a huge reaction in the K-pop world, leading to conversations about idols’ mental health and group dynamics.

Recently, she surprised fans when it was revealed she began working as a manager at a dermatology clinic, showing a new side of her life outside of the entertainment spotlight.

Fans continue to cheer her on, hoping she finds peace and happiness in whatever path she chooses next.

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