As expectations for the next season of the globally popular 'Squid Game' series soar, Lee Byung-hun delivered another charm to the audience with his unique and cheerful demeanor and sincere family stories.
Recently, actor Lee Byung-hun returned as the lead in Netflix's 'Squid Game' Season 3, causing a stir as a guest on NBC's popular talk show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
On that day’s broadcast, Lee Byung-hun laughed when asked, 'Have your children ever watched 'Squid Game'?' He replied, 'No, they can't. I have a 10-year-old son and an 8-month-old daughter.' He continued, 'One day, my son suddenly asked, 'Dad, why were you so bad?' and recalled a moment of embarrassment. When Lee asked for a reason, his son responded, 'You killed a lot of people,' interpreting his character, the Front Man, in his own way.
He also revealed that his son is friends with Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P), who appeared together as Thanos in 'Squid Game 3.' He said, 'My son asked, 'Why do you hit so hard?' so I explained that it’s acting. But it seems he doesn't fully understand yet,' which drew laughter from both the cast and the audience.
This appearance on The Jimmy Fallon Show was a moment for Lee Byung-hun to once again assert his presence amid global attention ahead of the global launch of 'Squid Game' Season 3. He has received praise for naturally communicating with local audiences with his fluent English skills and witty remarks, showcasing his charm as an actor beyond simple drama promotion.
Additionally, after the broadcast, Lee Byung-hun communicated with fans by sharing a selfie taken with Jimmy Fallon and director Hwang Dong-hyuk on his social media. The released photo captures a relaxed smile along with the true demeanor of a world star, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans both domestically and abroad.
Lee Byung-hun, who is reaffirming his significant presence at the center of 'Squid Game.' The global attention of fans is focused on his new season and global activities.
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