On November 8th, on the official YouTube channel of Lee Jung-jae's agency, Artist Company, A video titled 'Season? Behind the Squid Game by Lee Jung-jae' was uploaded.

In the video, Lee Jung-jae was asked about the possibility of having a Season 2 for Squid Game. He said, "That question is what we actually asked to the director (Director Dong Hyuk Hwang) several times, as filming. But at that time, he was just doing his best to make the drama. And he mentioned that it's going to be difficult to move on from there. That's why I thought that we might not get the second season. "

Still, Lee Jung-jae said with a smile, "But now, so many people are showing love for Squid Gam. Not making season 2 would mean not paying back to everyone who showed their support until now. So, director Dong Hyuk Hwang! You must make the Season 2"

The video crew also asked Lee Jung-jae, "There are many predictions for the Squid Game Season 2 Scenario"

Lee Jung-jae said, "There are various imaginations from the viewers such as 'Ha-joon Wi just fell, he didn't die', 'He shot his shoulder on purpose so he didn't die', 'Was Il-nam actually dead'. There are endless theories"

He also said, "As the years go by, there are fans who support and support me, so this is my driving force."

Netflix's Korean original 'Squid Game', which was released on September 17, topped the charts in 94 countries. It tells the story of people who participated in a mysterious survival game with a prize of 45.6 billion won, risking their lives to become the ultimate winner.

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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