SEOUL, Jan. 3 (Korea Bizwire) — The release of Squid Game 2 on Netflix has ignited global fascination with traditional Korean games, particularly the childhood pastime of “Gonggi,” a variation of jacks. Since its debut on December 26, 2024, the series has captivated audiences worldwide, logging nearly 500 million viewing hours in its first week [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 2 (Korea Bizwire) — “Squid Game” Season 2 became the most-watched show on Netflix during its release week, the streaming giant has said. According to Netflix’s Global Top 10 rankings for the week ending Sunday, the South Korean series accumulated over 480 million viewing hours. This staggering figure not only secured its position [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — The highly anticipated second season of Netflix’s Korean original series “Squid Game” premieres Thursday, continuing the gripping narrative that captivated audiences worldwide. The new chapter follows protagonist Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), who abandons his plans to leave for the United States after winning the lethal competition. Instead, he returns to [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Netflix’s “Squid Game” Season 2 has been nominated for best drama at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, making history as one of the few shows to secure a nomination prior to its release. According to the list of nominees announced by the awards Monday (U.S. time), the Korean survival [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 14 (Korea Bizwire) – CJ CheilJedang’s Bibigo brand is set to launch a global collaboration with Netflix’s hit series “Squid Game” Season 2, marking a significant partnership between South Korea’s leading food brand and entertainment content. The food giant announced on November 14 that the collaborative campaign will roll out across 14 countries, including [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – The upcoming “Squid Game” Season 2 will depict social divisions even more vividly, using a set design that features large “O” and “X” marks on the floor of the participants’ huge dormitory. The new addition is designed to highlight division and tension, director Hwang Dong-hyuk explained at a press [...]
NEW YORK, Oct. 14 (Korea Bizwire) – As Netflix gears up for the December release of “Squid Game” Season 2, the streaming giant has launched an immersive entertainment space in New York City, allowing fans to experience games similar to those featured in the hit Korean drama. The company also announced plans to open a similar [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – Netflix, the global leader in online video streaming services, is experiencing a decline in its user base as its Korean original content continues to underperform expectations. Industry watchers are now looking to upcoming releases, including the highly anticipated second season of “Squid Game” set to premiere in December, to see [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 1 (Korea Bizwire) — Netflix’s global sensation “Squid Game” will return for a second season on Dec. 26, Netflix said Thursday, adding a third season is already in development, with plans for a release next year. The first season of “Squid Game” became a global phenomenon, recording the highest viewing hours in Netflix [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 18 (Korea Bizwire) — President Yoon Suk Yeol held a luncheon meeting with Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos and “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae earlier this week, his spokesperson said Sunday. At the meeting held Saturday at his presidential residence, Yoon expressed his appreciation to Sarandos for Netflix’s investment in South Korea and called [...]