Squid Game Creator's Struggles and Season 2's Dark Themes Unveiled
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Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk experienced severe stress while making the show, leading to the loss of several teeth and frequent nightmares. Despite the success of the first season, which highlighted economic disparities in Korean society, Dong-hyuk faces even more pressure with the second season, partly due to inadequate compensation and the challenge of meeting high expectations. The new season is set to release on Netflix on December 26.
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