Actor Lee Byung-hun appeared on NBC's flagship talk show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, cheerfully sharing behind-the-scenes stories related to 'Squid Game' and capturing the viewers' attention. In particular, he drew laughter by revealing the backstory of having to keep his role as 'Frontman' a complete secret during Season 1.

On the 17th (local time), Lee Byung-hun showcased his unique speaking skills on the popular American talk show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

On this day, Lee Byung-hun talked about his behind-the-scenes stories related to 'Squid Game 3' ahead of its release.

First, Lee Byung-hun said, "Netflix asked me to keep the fact of my appearance completely secret," adding, "So, I didn't tell my closest friends or even my mother," which caught attention.

Then, Lee Byung-hun recalled, "After the announcement, my mother called me and was very angry, asking, 'How could you not even tell me such an important thing?'" He laughed while looking back at that time. He added, "I explained that it was a secret, but she was really shocked to find out because others around her had already contacted her about it. I still feel sorry about that."

On this day, Lee Byung-hun also reminisced about the process of 'Squid Game' becoming a global phenomenon. He explained, "Having acted for 30 years and participated in several Hollywood projects, 'Squid Game' is different. This is a Korean story made with Korean directors, actors, and in the Korean language." He added, "When I first visited LA and New York for promotions, I was really surprised by the local fans' reactions. It was a very honorific and proud moment."

When asked if he anticipated the success of the work, he honestly shared, "When I first read the script, I thought it was very interesting and had a unique structure. At the same time, I felt it was a very experimental attempt, so I thought it could either be very successful or completely fail."

Through the broadcast, Lee Byung-hun not only presented himself as a star but also left a deep impression by sincerely conveying the responsibilities and emotions he feels as a Korean actor within the flow of global content. His fluent English, witty remarks, and episodes revealing his affection for his family resonated particularly well with fans.

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