Lee Byung-hun Shines as Frontman in 'Squid Game Season 3', Masterfully Balancing Power and Emotion

Lee Byung-hun has once again proven his presence through 'Squid Game Season 3'.

In the Netflix series 'Squid Game Season 3', released on June 27, Lee Byung-hun returned as the Frontman, Hwang In-ho. He flawlessly embodied the role of the absolute authority who designs and controls the flow of the game.

Within the series, Hwang In-ho commands the scene with a penetrating insight into the darker sides of human nature, even as the VIPs suspect the participants' defection. Lee Byung-hun delicately portrayed the subtle cracks within the cold aura of a powerful ruler, driving the tension throughout the series.



Particularly memorable was the scene where he suggested to Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, to kill other participants first to protect his child. This moment revealed the distorted beliefs and emptiness within the Frontman. As Seong Gi-hun's choice leads to his downfall, Lee Byung-hun left a profound impact with his restrained expressions and gestures, suppressing his inner turmoil.

Throughout 'Squid Game Season 3', Lee Byung-hun deepened the duality of a character who holds not only the game but also the flow of power in his hands. From the face of a cold operator to warmth towards his brother and child, he crafted a Frontman where authority and human emotion coexist. His performance intensified both the narrative and emotional depth.

Meanwhile, despite mixed reviews, the Netflix series 'Squid Game Season 3', featuring Lee Byung-hun, continues to make waves.

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This article was originally published in Korean on Xportsnews and was translated into English using AI.

by Kim Yeeun