Why Lee Jung-jae almost didn't play Gi-hun in 'Squid Game'

Lee Jung-jae discusses his iconic role in 'Squid Game,' the pressures of season two, and the decline of Korean film and drama production, emphasizing the need for a revival in creative output.

2025-01-05

Companies linked to Lee Jung-jae take a hit as foreign critics pan 'Squid Game' season two

Share prices for companies linked to actor Lee Jung-jae, the star of Netflix’s blockbuster series “Squid Game” (2021-), plummeted on Friday following dismal reviews of its highly anticipated season two.

2024-12-27

'Squid Game' season 2 nabs Golden Globe nomination ahead of release

The second season of the Netflix series “Squid Game” (2021–) was nominated for Best Television Series at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards on Monday, ahead of its release later this month.

2024-12-10

Second season of Disney+ series 'The Acolyte' canceled

The second season of Star Wars franchise Disney+ series “The Acolyte,” starring Korean actor Lee Jung-jae, has been cancelled after the first season failed to impress viewers, according to U.S. news reports.

2024-08-21

Lee Jung-jae strikes successful Hollywood debut in 'Star Wars' series 'The Acolyte'

"The Acolyte" started off on a good note, earning a 91 percent score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes as of Monday, calling it another “well-made” Star Wars series for fans to look forward to.

2024-06-11

Software company with ties to Lee Jung-jae involved in management rights dispute

Artist United, a software development company of which "Squid Game" star Lee Jung-jae is the largest shareholder, has been accused of trying to unfairly obtain drama production subsidiary Raemongraein's management rights.

2024-06-10

Disney+ Korea focuses on keeping the K in kuality kontent

Korean content, including K-dramas, is rapidly gaining global attention. Disney+ emphasizes quality Korean storytelling but also monitors local market success. New original content and exclusive series are set to be released in Korea and worldwide.

2024-03-12

President Yoon lunches with Netflix co-CEO and 'Squid Game' star Lee Jung-jae

President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos and 'Squid Game' actor Lee Jung-jae to discuss Netflix's $2.5 billion investment into Korean content.

2024-02-18

Daesang shares skyrocket on news of heir's partner having dinner with justice minister

The news of Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon and "Squid Game" star Lee Jung-jae dining together has led to a sharp increase in the stock prices of Daesang Holdings, where Lee's partner Lim Sae-ryung serves as vice chairman.

2023-11-29

Busan’s World Expo hopes dashed after Riyadh selected as host

Despite years of lobbying and promotion by Korean politicians, businesses and celebrities, Busan fell short in its bid to host the 2030 World Expo, which was awarded to Riyadh in a vote by members of the world fair body in Paris on Tuesday.