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Squid Game’s Sinister Front Man on His Character’s Surprising Season 2 Arc
Lee Byung-hun opens up about the complexities of his enigmatic character, the Front Man.
In the recently released second season of Netflix’s Squid Game, fans were surprised to see a significant shift in the character of the Front Man. Played by Lee Byung-hun, this complex and sinister figure has finally shed his mask (literally) to reveal more about himself. In an exclusive interview with io9, Lee discusses the challenges and joys of exploring the depths of the Front Man’s personality.
As you revisit your character in season two, did you feel like you were able to bring a new level of depth to him?
Lee Byung-hun: I think that’s what makes this role so exciting. In season one, my character was very limited, almost like a cameo. He had a very specific purpose and didn’t have much to do with the story. But in season two, oh boy! The mask comes off, and we get to see who Young-il is behind it. And I think that’s really what makes this role so interesting – the complexity of his character.
It’s been revealed that the Front Man has a past connection to one of the main characters, Jun-ho. Can you speak to how this new information affects your performance?
Lee Byung-hun: Well, knowing more about In-ho’s backstory and his connection to Jun-ho definitely gives me a lot to work with as an actor. I feel like it’s opened up a whole new area of exploration for me, and I think that’s really key in bringing the character to life.
How did you approach playing such a multifaceted individual?
Lee Byung-hun: Honestly, it was a challenge. The complexity of his personality is what drew me to this role initially. And once we got into the writing process for season two, it became clear that there were so many layers to Young-il’s character that I didn’t even know existed. It was almost like discovering him as an actor.
What do you hope audiences take away from your portrayal of the Front Man?
Lee Byung-hun: I think my main goal is to make sure that people are engaged and invested in his story. The more complex a character is, the more interesting they become. And I believe that’s what we’ve achieved with Young-il.
Source: gizmodo.com
