Can’t get enough of Netflix’s Squid Game? As the K-series’ popularity continues to soar, here are some interesting tidbits for you about the show and cast.
Viewers transferred 456 won into bank account featured in ATM scene
In a recent online interview, Squid Game director Hwang Dong-hyuk addressed various topics relating to his latest hit project, one of them being whether the bank account used in the ATM scene in the last episode was used with permission. 
Dong-hyuk said the account actually belongs to one of the producers of the show, and that people were making deposits of 456 won ($0.50) into the account.
However, it has been closed “to avoid potential issues in the future”.
Heo Sung-tae, aka Player 101, gave up high-flying job to become an actor
Heo Sung-tae, who played the villain in the show, only began his career in showbiz at the age of 34.
Before becoming an actor, he studied Russian language and culture at Pusan National University, and worked for the overseas business marketing team in LG Electronics.
He then joined one of South Korea’s biggest shipbuilding companies Daewoo Shipping & Marine Co., where he reportedly earned an annual income of 70 million won.
However, after emerging fifth on the Korean talent show Be The Star in 2011, he gave up his career for acting.
Lee Jung-jae’s girlfriend is an heiress
For those who are still simping for Player 456, unfortunately, he’s taken. 
Lee Jung-jae, 48, is dating businesswoman Lim Se-ryung, 44, the eldest daughter of the chairman of Korean food giant Daesang Group. They went public with their relationship in 2015.
She was married to Lee Jae-young, the vice chairman of Samsung, until 2009 and they have two children together.
Wi Ha-jun has netizens going crazy over his shirtless pics
Not surprisingly, actor Wi Ha-jun has sent people swooning over his good looks. He played Hwang Joon-ho, a police officer who disguised himself as one of the staff members running the games.
Just when fans couldn’t get enough of the handsome 30-year-old, he surprised them when he appeared shirtless in the October issue of Men’s Health, showing off his chiseled abs.
The photos were posted to Instagram on Sept 25 and have since gained over 2.1 million likes and 400 comments.
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Park Hae-soo recently became a father
Park Hae-soo’s New‑Family Chapter
From the Cut‑throat Corridors of Squid Game to the Gentle Paths of Fatherhood
Park Hae‑soo, the charismatic friend of Gi‑Hun in the adrenaline‑fueled saga Squid Game, has just added a new dimension to his life – a tiny, adorable bundle of joy. After the global hit that turned his career into a meteoric rise, his personal news feels almost as thrilling.
On the 29th of September, his agency confirmed that the 39‑year‑old and his lovely wife welcomed a son into the world. Both mother and baby are perfectly fine, and the couple could not be happier.
Love Story Behind the Spotlight
- His wife is a wonderful non‑celeb who keeps her quiet life far from the glare of cameras.
- They tied the knot in 2019, after dating for about a year.
- Now, they’re adding a new adventure – raising a little one together.
What’s a Squid Game Star to do with a kid?
Picture this: Park Hae‑soo, known for his quick wit and sharp but gentle demeanor on screen, now juggles diaper changes while still keeping his fans entertained online. Rumors have it he might even share dad jokes via live streams, bringing the same charm he displayed in the drama.
While he’s been a hot topic for a long time, this new chapter reminds us that actors, no matter how complex the roles, still spend weekends at the crib and possibly a few school recitals.
Cheers to a New Family Member!
Let’s send our warmest congratulations to Park and his wife for nurturing both a global artistic legacy and a growing family tree. May the little prince keep everyone on their toes just like this beloved coming‑of‑age soap opera did in Seoul.
