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Pink Villa
18 hours ago
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- Pink Villa
Squid Game 3: Did you know director Hwang Dong Hyuk's lawyer played VIP role? Meet the others behind golden masks
Squid Game 3 brought in a new batch of ultra-rich VIPs who had a strong sense of entitlement stemming from their wealth and influence. These individuals viewed the players of the deadly games as mere pawns to be used for their own amusement. While hiding behind their extravagant golden masks, they placed bets on who they think will make it through each round. Here's uncovering the real identities behind those masks, as per an article by Radio Times. Who are the 5 VIPs in Squid Game Season 3? Director Hwang Dong Hyuk's lawyer played one of the VIPs Lawyer Kevin Yorn, specializing in entertainment, played one of the golden-masked ruthless men in Squid Game Season 3. He represents Squid Game creator, writer and director Hwang Dong Hyuk at his firm, Yorn Levine. According to Deadline, the two parties legally teamed up in January 2022. This was when the massive global response to Squid Game Season 1 made Hwang Dong Hyuk feel the need for solid legal representation. Besides Kevin Yorn, the other individuals who played the rest of the VIPs were all lesser-known entities, mostly belonging to the entertainment industry. Other 4 VIPs of Squid Game 3 David Sayers: He is an actor from the UK, born in Hastings, with experience in various theatre productions across the UK and internationally. His latest screen appearances include a range of short films and the Indian (Hindi-language) thriller Operation Mayfair. Jane Wong: She portrays the only female VIP in Squid Game 3. She's a Hong Kong native, and her acting background includes roles in local crime dramas like Raging Fire and Bursting Point. Bryan Bucco: He comes from New Jersey in the United States. His Backstage profile indicates that he is adept in basic conversational Korean, and as per his LinkedIn page, he has experience in teaching English as a second language in South Korea. Jordan Lambertoni: He has French origins and Korean is also among the languages he is well-versed with. He recently played the role of an Olympic archer in the local film Amazon Bullseye.
Indian Express
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Squid Game director reveals real-world figures who inspired VIPs: ‘They no longer hide behind a curtain'
The Squid Game series was inspired by some real-life experiences of director Hwang Dong Hyuk. In the show, we mostly follow the players, poor and desperate, ready to kill each other for money. And while we kept slamming some players for behaving selfishly, the show makes it clear that the real villains are not the players, but the ultra-rich watching from the top. These are the VIPs, treating the lives of people they consider beneath them as nothing more than a circus for their amusement. In a recent interview with Time magazine, director Hwang opened up about how some of the biggest tech billionaires and those in power inspired the role, and whether some of the characters have real-life resemblance. The VIP's first appeared in season 1, episode 7 and were shown as filthy rich people gulping alcohol, speaking English, wearing gold animal masks, and betting on the players' lives. They treat it like gambling on horses. In Season 1, they stayed in their luxury rooms and watched everything from behind the scenes, pampered and protected by the Front Man, played by Lee Byung Hun. Later, it was revealed that Oh Il Nam was the head of VIP's who played as player 001. He was dying, so he created the game for fun, a jab at how the rich are disconnected from human life and suffering. In season 3, however, these VIP's get down into the game themselves, take off their masks and kill people with their bare hands. Also read: Squid Game Season 3 ending explained: The truth about Gi Hun's fate, the mystery woman, and all survivors Director Hwang Dong Hyuk said this was intentional. He wanted to show how the rich no longer even bother to hide their power. 'In the past, those that really controlled the system and maintained power were hidden behind the curtain, almost like this big unseen conspiracy. However, it's no longer the case, especially in America,' Hwang told Time. 'We talk a lot about oligarchy these days, but these so-called big tech owners, they step up, telling everyone who they're backing with their money. They willingly take their masks off, almost as if to declare, 'We're the ones running everything. We're the ones in control,' he added. Director Hwang said that while the concept of the VIPs is not based on one person, while writing the final script, he started seeing some familiarity with the current scenario in the world. Like Elon Musk, for example. 'Elon Musk is everywhere these days, right?' Hwang said, adding, 'Everybody talks about him. Not only is he the head of a huge tech company that controls the world almost, but he's also a showman. After writing [Season 3], of course I thought, 'Oh, some of the VIPs do kind of resemble Elon Musk.'' The director even revealed that, although it was very unintentional and he didn't plan it that way, one of the VIPs also resembles US President Donald Trump. Also read: Squid Game 3 ending: 7 burning questions answered in Netflix thriller finale; future possibilities explored Hwang, during the interview, also revealed how his own struggle with money and the 2008 financial crisis shaped this story. He spoke about the recent political fights in South Korea, referring to the president's impeachment, and even the US Capitol attack on January 6, 2021, when some Trump supporters stormed into the building. All these events made him realise the extent people go when driven by hate and greed. He feels that people have forgotten how to disagree and now outright disregard others as evil. And with the rise of AI, algorithms, and fake news, Hwang began to ask: 'Are elections even working anymore?' In the second-last episode, players are even told to vote on who to kill next, and one option is to eliminate the baby in Gi Hun's hands. That's when one Player says, 'Let's vote on who should get eliminated, and keep it democratic, like they're not talking about murder.'
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Squid Game 3 Memes Review: World's Most Popular Show's Finale Unites Fans, Here's How
Last Updated: Squid Game 3: The dystopian South Korean series that received a cult-like status for its gory portrayal of the societal inequality has reached its conclusion. Massive Spoilers Ahead! Netflix's most-hyped dystopian horror show, Squid Game, dropped its third and final season on the streaming platform on Friday, and the reviews are in. Squid Game, which captivated the internet in 2021, became a global phenomenon by spotlighting economic hardship, human morality, and societal inequality—themes that deeply resonated with audiences worldwide. The South Korean show follows the life of a financially-strapped Seong Gi-hun, who joins the deadly game show only to realise there is a lot to lose than gain and it's not all child's play as it initially seemed. Gi-hun, beating all the odds, emerges victorious among 456 desperate participants. However, with growing disgust and disdain for his bloody jackpot of 45.6 billion, the man returns to the competition with a mission to bring it to an end. Will he be able to do it? Will there be a new winner? Or will the competition VIPs Are Cringe Even though Squid Game seasons have received rave reviews across, one thing that has stayed consistent throughout is the fans' collective hatred for VIPs. No, not because they are undeniably horrible people but it's how the peculiar and sadistic characters have been written. Give Us Nothing Go detective, give us nothing #SquidGame #SquidGameS3 #SquidGameSeason3 #SquidGame3 — • (@rayainalif) June 27, 2025 Hyunju Deserved Better Something else that Squid Game fans collectively agreed on was that Hyunju simply deserved better. HYUNJU MY LOVE YOU'LL FOREVER BE MISSED #SquidGame — Kay (@LegendaryKay__) June 27, 2025 Wait, Did Someone Say Cute? #SquidGame spoilers!!!!stop it why is this kinda really cute — jada (@ninthdctr) June 27, 2025 Ending The conclusion of Squid Game has elicited a mixed range of sentiments from its audience. Remember how you felt after the premier of Game of Thrones finale? It's somewhat in the same territory, or that is what several posts on 'X' suggest. glad that i'm not the only one who thought the ending SUCKS #SquidGame3 #SquidGame — eli (@ashleynts) June 27, 2025 Breaking my silence. There's a better ending he could write but decided to wrote a chopped one. 💀 #SquidGame #SquidGameSeason3 — dia ❦ ˢᵖʳⁱⁿᵍ ᵒᶠ ʸᵒᵘᵗʰ & ʰᵉᵃᵈ ᵒᵛᵉʳ ʰᵉᵉˡˢ ᵖʳ ᵐᵃⁿᵃᵍᵉʳ (@xxxtaerixxx) June 27, 2025 We Have A New Winner The baby bottle with a warmer, the Oh Il-nam latex figure, the CGI baby, player 100 as a finalist… if you told me this was a parody I'd totally believe it #SquidGame #SquidGame3 — nico 🦑 | S3 SPOILERS (@luvbyunghun) June 27, 2025 Final Verdict 'the moral of squid game? Don't bother fighting capitalism and bigoted systems because the rich are always more powerful, and if you've ever earned blood money, shut up and spend it, don't bother being a hero, (sic)" a user, who goes by the handle @NushKali, remarked on X. 'season 3 feels like it was written by someone in a squid game video's youtube comment section, (sic)" wrote user @pisstarded. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Squid Game Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: June 28, 2025, 09:45 IST
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Is BTS' V Really In Netflix's Thriller Squid Game's Season 3? Here's The Truth
Last Updated: BTS' V, Kim Taehyung, excited fans with hints of a new project post-military, sparking Squid Game cameo rumors, but he wasn't in the new season. Following BTS ' Kim Taehyung, popularly called V's, discharge from the military, he interacted with fans on Weverse, telling them that something 'huge" is coming up. While he did not share many details about his new project, fans immediately concluded that V is part of the third season of Netflix's hit survival drama, Squid Game. Before the new season was released, global searches for 'V Squid Game cameo" surged. Fans scrutinised the trailer and every behind-the-scenes clip, convinced they had spotted clues hinting at V's appearance. Despite all the buzz for years, the BTS star was not a part of Squid Game 3. As the new season premiered on the streaming platform on Friday, June 27, ARMYs frantically searched for V's appearance in the show, but there was none. He neither had a cameo nor was seen in the background. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with some even playfully sharing that they were fooled by their own excitement. Rumours of V's appearance in the hit show have been doing rounds on the internet for years. It all began when the singer decided to surprise fans by wearing the quintessential pink jumpsuit, worn by guards in the show, complete with a mask he removed dramatically during a BTS' Permission to Dance on Stage' concert in 2022. The moment went viral in no time, and many took it as a hint of a collaboration between V and Squid Game. This buzz gained momentum further when Squid Game's Lee Jung Jae, who portrayed Player 456 aka Seong Gi Hun, and Wi Ha Joon, who played Jun Ho, were asked about V's involvement during an interview with BuzzFeed UK in January. While neither confirmed anything, their silence only added fuel to the fire. Jung Jae said, 'I can't say anything about that," while Ha Joon added, 'No comment." On June 20, the BTS star, who made his acting debut with Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, gave fans a glimpse of his post-military life. During this interaction, he shared an update regarding his new project, saying, 'This is probably… Maybe if we wait a little longer, I think it'll come out. But it's not really a big deal. Oh, but to me, it's actually a huge deal." While a majority of ARMYs thought he was talking about his Squid Game cameo, another section speculated that BTS' V might have been roped in for his second K-drama. First Published:
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Squid Game 3's most hated character is, surprisingly, a beloved K-drama star no one expected: ‘Worst in history'
If there was one character fans had hoped would take a transformational turn, it was player 333, who many believed would be the game-changer and join forces with Gi Hun to flip the system. Turns out he did change, but in the worst possible direction. Im Si Wan's character has now surpassed every level of hate in viewers' minds, overtaking even the previous betrayers. Fans are frustrated, especially since the show's tagline, 'how low humanity can sink', seems to have been written just for this character, someone who was ready to kill his own child for prize money, right after his ex jumped to her death, disgusted by him. Im Si Wan, with his series of selfish, manipulative, and downright ruthless actions through the game, has easily become the most frustrating part of the entire season. But his Squid Game role also marks a major shift in his career, where until now, he had mostly ridden on the fame of playing good-boy roles in K-dramas. He's known for portraying kind, warm-hearted characters, barely speaking yet managing to express layers of emotion, which even earned him the nickname Mal Nun Gwang ('innocent-eyed lunatic'). So, for a section of fans, it was tough to watch him play villain. Especially the moment he tried to kill his own baby, that, for many viewers, was the final straw. Also read: Squid Game 3 ending: 7 burning questions answered in Netflix thriller finale; future possibilities explored 'I know it's just a show, but oh my god, why is it so hard watching him do such a ruthless job?' one person commented. 'The fallout of Seong Gi Hun's plan was devastating. The final games are more brutal than ever. Some of our favourite characters give in to their most animalistic, violent instincts. No one's safe,' another wrote. 'I have never hated a character in my entire life as much as player 333. He disgusted me. Sorry, I'm Si Wan—you weren't meant for this role,' said a third. #SquidGame3 #player333 Bro literally surpassed every existing character to become the worst character in the history of squid game. — Ruhiiii💫 (@ruhipreeran) June 27, 2025 Crypto Scam Background: Im Si Wan joined Squid Game in Season 2, and his character was introduced as a former YouTuber who used to scam the public with his crypto game. This was the reason why, in the first place, his girlfriend Jun Hee (Player 222) and Thanos (Player 230) lost a massive amount of money and ended up in the game. In the second season, Jun Hee got pregnant, with Myung Gi vowing to protect both. Murder of Hyun Ju (Player 120) In Season 3, Jun Hee was left disgusted and lost all faith in Myung Gi after he killed Hyun Ju in the hide-and-seek game. Hyun Ju had helped Jun Hee deliver the baby with elderly lady Geum Jaa, but was met with a tragic and betrayed end. Myung Gi's action was seen as cold-blooded and opportunistic, eliminating a strong character. Also read: Squid Game Season 3 ending explained: The truth about Gi Hun's fate, the mystery woman, and all survivors Following Hyun Ju's death, Myung Gi showed little to no remorse. He did the same when Jun Hee jumped to her death while trying to save Gi Hun and the baby. In the last game, when only Gi Hun, the baby, and Myung Gi were left, Myung Gi, despite being the baby's biological father, was ready to throw the baby off the platform just to ensure his win. This act sealed his status as truly deplorable. Though many were left disappointed by how the show ended, hoping for a happy closure, some believe it stayed true to its theme, raw and unsettling in the best way. The show has always focused on extreme capitalism and how it strips away human values, turning people into commodities for the rich to enjoy their misery. Gi-hun's final sacrifice — choosing to die to save the baby (Player 222), became the ultimate act of defiance against this system. His last words, 'We are not horses. We are humans. Humans are…' were aimed directly at the VIPs who saw the players as nothing more than toys for their amusement.
