"Hollywood's Hot Love Call"... 'Ojingeo Game' Lee Jung-jae Departs for the US
[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Iseul] Actor Lee Jung-jae, who led a global craze with Netflix's "Squid Game," has headed to the United States.
On the afternoon of the 3rd, Lee Jung-jae boarded a flight to Los Angeles (LA) at Incheon International Airport, saying, "Many people have loved 'Squid Game,' so I am going to the U.S. to greet them. I will share some good words while there."
Regarding this, a representative from his agency Artist Company told Asia Economy, "Lee Jung-jae plans to attend the '2021 Art+Film Gala' held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and will carry out various schedules including interviews and promotions related to 'Squid Game.'"
The '2021 Art+Film Gala,' held annually since 2011 to honor the legacies of masters who have promoted the development of contemporary art and film, will be attended by Lee Jung-jae, 'Squid Game' director Hwang Dong-hyuk, and actor Lee Byung-hun.
Lee Jung-jae participated in this event in 2019, but this year his position is expected to change due to the 'Squid Game' craze. Additionally, it is said that Hollywood industry interest in him is intense. After diligently completing various schedules locally, he plans to return to Korea.
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'Squid Game' is a story about participants in a mysterious survival game with a prize of 5.6 billion won who risk their lives to become the last winner by challenging extreme games. Released on the online video service (OTT) Netflix on September 17, it gained popularity by ranking first worldwide in the TV category, becoming the first Korean series to do so.
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