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Squid Game Creator Lost Teeth Due to Stress, Made Little Money From Show’s Success

The creator of Squid Game, Hwang Dong-Hyuk, has revealed that financial compensation was a significant factor in his decision to create a second season, as he “didn’t make much” from the first season’s success. He also notes that he didn’t fully finish the story in the first season, prompting him to continue the narrative. Season 2 will follow Gi-hun, the protagonist, as he navigates the physical and emotional consequences of his experiences in the first season, ultimately leading him back into the games to stop them. The story will conclude with a third and final season, which Hwang believes will provide a satisfying end to the overarching narrative and Gi-hun’s character arc.

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