Archive · 27 Jun 2025
Park Sung-hoon's Theater Training Prepared Him for 'Squid Game'
Actor Park Sung-hoon, who acted in 'Squid Game,' talks about how he got ready for the show.
He spent years acting in plays, which helped him understand his character better.
He even spoke with people in the transgender community to learn more about the character.
He mentions the difference between stage and TV, and how he found his takeaway from the show: that the show values life.
Actor Park Sung-hoon, known for 'Squid Game' seasons 2 and 3, discusses his preparation for the role.
Park's background in theater, including 15+ shows and musicals, significantly shaped his acting.
He shares insights into portraying the transgender character Hyun-ju, including consultations with transgender individuals.
Sung-hoon reflects on the differences between acting in theater and television, highlighting the benefits of theater.
He mentions his return to theater in 2024 and emphasizes the value of life as depicted in 'Squid Game'.
- Who
- Park Sung-hoon, an actor known for his roles in 'Squid Game'.
- What
- Actor Park Sung-hoon discusses his preparation for the role in Squid Game, with emphasis on his theater experience.
- When
- Park Sung-hoon discussed his preparation for the role after the filming of Squid Game.
- Where
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- Why
- To share his experience and preparation for his role.
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Preparation
Actor's Perspective
Park felt prepared for his role in Squid Game due to his theater training and wanted to play the character authentically.
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- Actor
- Park Sung-hoon
- Series
- Squid Game seasons 2 and 3
- Theater Experience
- Six years in the South Korean theater circuit
- Theater Shows
- 15+ shows and musicals
- Character Name
- Hyun-ju
- Other Works
- High Society, Forbidden Dream, Rich Man, The Glory and Bbangya