Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Park Sung-hoon on Playing Trans Character in 'Squid Game'
Actor Park Sung-hoon, known for his roles in various Korean dramas, played a transgender character named Hyun-ju in "Squid Game."
Initially, there were concerns about his casting as a cisgender actor.
Park wanted to portray Hyun-ju authentically, focusing on her positive traits instead of cliches.
He aimed to avoid creating a stereotype.
Park, returning for the third and final season of the show, says goodbye to his character is hard.
He also hopes viewers will resonate with Hyun-ju's story.
The show's third season is coming out on June 27.
The actor also expressed interest in visiting India.
Park Sung-hoon discusses playing a transgender character, Hyun-ju, in "Squid Game".
The actor focused on authenticity to avoid stereotypes, emphasizing Hyun-ju's positive qualities.
Park's portrayal of Hyun-ju in "Squid Game" has been met with praise after initial criticism.
Season three of "Squid Game" is set to premiere on Netflix on June 27.
Park expresses a desire to visit India, inspired by conversations with actor Anupam Tripathi.
- Who
- Park Sung-hoon, an actor, played Hyun-ju in "Squid Game".
- What
- Actor Park Sung-hoon discusses his role as Hyun-ju, a transgender character, in "Squid Game".
- When
- Season three of "Squid Game" is set to premiere on June 27.
- Where
- The interview took place virtually.
- Why
- Park wanted to portray the character authentically, avoid stereotypes, and hopes the audience will connect with the character.
- Actor
- Park Sung-hoon
- Character
- Hyun-ju
- Series
- "Squid Game"
- Hyun-ju's Role
- Transgender woman
- Premiere Date (Season 3)
- June 27
- Platform
- Netflix