Park Gyu Young Reported To Lead ‘Squid Game 2’ — Here’s What We Know
Reports about Park Gyu Young's participation in the brand new season of "Squid Game" have been made which raised the tension for avid fans and prospective viewers.
Netflix and the actress' agency released a statement in response to the reports. On the other hand, "Squid Game 2" recently announced its production much to fans' excitement.
Park Gyu Young Reported To Lead 'Squid Game 2' With Lee Byung Hun
On June 23, media outlets reported that Park Gyu Young was cast to star in the new season of the smash hit drama "Squid Game."
Park Gyu Young gained popularity through Netflix's action thriller series "Sweet Home" in 2020. When the reports circulated, many fans expressed their anticipation for the work.
"Squid Game 2" announced its production and revealed the cast members including Lee Byung Hun, Lee Jung Jae, Gong Yoo and Wi Ha Joon who all starred in the first season.
Im Si Wan, Kang Ha Neul, Park Sung Hoon and Yang Dong Geun join the cast ensemble in the new installment.
Unfortunately, the series received flak after not casting any female ensemble after the success of Jung Ho Yeon, Lee Yoo Mi and Kim Joo Ryung.
On June 24, a representative from Netflix told the media that they can't release any information regarding the casting of "Squid Game 2" at the moment. Park Gyu Young's agency, Saram Entertainment, released a similar statement.
If Park Gyu Young joins the cast, expectations for the actress are high. Viewers also anticipate how she will make an impact if she joins the show as its only female lead.
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On the other hand, "Squid Game 2" is scheduled to begin filming in July so stay tuned for more updates.
Park Gyu Young Returns With New Drama 'Celebrity'
This summer, Park Gyu Young is slated to make her much awaited return to the television scene with Netflix's brand new series "Celebrity."
Helmed by "Flower of Evil" director Kim Chul Gyu, "Celebrity" centers on the glamorous life of a young woman who jumps into the world of glitz and glamor where game brings fortune and a whirlwind of experiences.
Park Gyu Young plays Seo Ah Ri, a simple girl who becomes a celebrity overnight through her daring and unconventional moves that set her apart from all other influencers.
"Celebrity" marks the actress' return to the limelight, two years after her drama "Dali & Cocky Prince" with Kim Min Jae concluded.
On the other hand, the new Netflix series also stars Kang Min Hyuk, Lee Chung Ah, Lee Dong Gun and Jun Hyo Sung.
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Catch "Celebrity" this June 30 on Netflix. Watch the teaser below, ICYMI:
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Written by Elijah Mully.
