“Squid Game 2” is one of the most anticipated Korean dramas this December. In 2021, the first part of “Squid Game” became a global phenomenon when it was released on Netflix.
In the upcoming sequel, which will be released on December 26, the main character Gi Hun (played by Lee Jung Jae) has turned down the opportunity to go to America after winning. He returns to join the game once again to delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding this deadly game.
Among the new players introduced in “Squid Game 2”, the character played by actor Park Sung Hoon has attracted attention. Right from the first trailer, Park Sung Hoon shocked the audience when he appeared with long hair like a woman.
Recently, the producers revealed the identities of the characters. Park Sung Hoon was announced to play Hyun Ju, a transgender woman who participates in the “Squid Game” contest to win money for gender reassignment surgery.
According to Koreaboo, this news has caused many mixed reactions. Many people think that the role of Hyun Ju should be given to a real transgender actress.
But there are also opinions that if a transgender woman accepts this role, they will have to come out to the world and may have to endure discrimination.
Other comments praised the courage of actors like Park Sung Hoon, for accepting the challenge and pressure of roles related to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Recently, the actors in the movie “Love in the Big City” have faced a lot of negative judgment and reviews. The movie depicts how young people face the fear of gender discrimination and pressure to express themselves.
Based on Park Sung Hoon's interview, the way he talks about Hyun Ju seems promising. Although the actor cannot empathize with his character because he is a heterosexual man, he still shows respect and understanding for Hyun Ju.
“Hyun Ju is a former special forces soldier and a transgender woman. She joined the game because she lacked the money for gender reassignment surgery.
Despite facing prejudice and difficult situations, she shows incredible strength, determination, and natural leadership. Through her resilience, she breaks stereotypes and shines as an inspirational character,” Park Sung Hoon said about his role in “Squid Game 2.”
The audience is looking forward to Park Sung Hoon's performance, as the actor previously impressed with villain roles in "The Glory" and "Queen of Tears".
However, there are still some dissatisfied opinions about the casting. They think that if the producer cannot cast a real transgender woman to take on the role, then a female actor should be chosen, instead of a male actor.
