Lee Gwan-hee and Choi Hye-seon reunite with Lee Sang-min and Kim Kyung-hoon: 'Squid Game X' gathers legendary relationships [Comprehensive]

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'Squid Game' universes have merged. 'Squid Game X,' featuring representative players from each season and new challengers, promises not only an unpredictable survival game but also the reunion of cast members linked by past connections, including Lee Gwan-hee and Choi Hye-seon, and Lee Sang-min and Kim Kyung-hoon, raising expectations.

'Squid Game X,' a new entertainment program on Wavve, held its production presentation online on the 1st. Attendees included PD Jeon Chae-young, along with cast members Lee Sang-min, Park Ji-min, Lee Tae-gyun, Jung Geun-woo, Lee Jin-hyung, Hyun Sung-ju, Ha Seung-jin, Yoon Bi, Hong Jin-ho, Seo Chul-gu, Heo Seong-beom, Kim Kyung-hoon, Kang Ji-hoo, Kim Nam-hee, Kim Yu-hyun, Lee Gwan-hee, Kwak Beom, Shin Seung-yong, and Choi Yeon-cheong.

'Squid Game X' is a survival entertainment show that features extreme survival games between the strongest minds and physical bodies within unpredictable rules and meticulous designs.

'Squid Game X' brings together representative players from each season into teams P1, P2, and P3, signaling a grand unification of the universe. Season 1's Lee Sang-min, Jung Geun-woo, Park Ji-min, and Lee Tae-gyun; Season 2's Ha Seung-jin, Hyun Sung-ju, Yoon Bi, and Lee Jin-hyung; and Season 3's Hong Jin-ho, Seo Chul-gu, Choi Hye-seon, and Heo Seong-beom are joining forces. Meanwhile, challengers with prior survival program experience—Kim Kyung-hoon, Kim Yu-hyun, Kim Nam-hee, and Kang Ji-hoo—have joined the Challenger Team, while new challengers Kwak Beom, Lee Gwan-hee, Shin Seung-yong, and Choi Yeon-cheong have joined the Rookie Team.

PD Jeon Chae-young stated, "This season introduces a team-based element to unify the existing universe and return under a new name."

Regarding the title 'Squid Game X,' he explained, "It has two meanings. First, it signifies 'crossover,' as players from previous seasons have gathered in one place. Second, it represents 'unknown variable X,' as new, unknown forces are joining."

PD Jeon Chae-young also revealed the motivation behind directing 'Squid Game X.' He said, "I believed each season had established distinct personalities and universes. With so many stories accumulated, I thought it would be worthwhile to utilize them."

He added, "Most participants this season are returning players. We know their game abilities and charms very well. We focused on what kind of synergy and relationships could emerge when they play together, rather than focusing on individual charms."

Regarding the introduction of the Rookie Team, he said, "Unlike other teams, this is a team facing the survival challenge for the first time. We created it because we wanted viewers who are watching survival games for the first time to be able to immerse themselves and empathize with the team."

Lee Sang-min said, "I'm taking on a survival challenge for the first time in 11 years. You can get excited." He added, "You will feel a real survival game."

Lee Sang-min also highlighted the strengths of his team, P1. He said, "Our team has brains, clarity, and physical strength." He continued, "I also have experience. Since this is 'Squid Game X,' I am the only one from Generation X. As a team, we are an absolute powerhouse."

Hong Jin-ho of Team P3 said, "Our team includes Seo Chul-gu, Choi Hye-seon, and Heo Seong-beom. I thought it was the best combination. Overall, they are brain players who also have physical experience."

However, he then teased, "Lee Sang-min said he has experience in Team P1, but in fact, he's a fossil. He's been around too long," drawing attention.

Kim Yu-hyun of the Challenger Team mentioned, "I think our team's greatest strength is unpredictability."

Kwak Beom of the Rookie Team said, "Disregard is pervasive in society. We came out to sound an alarm to those who judge and act first, thinking, 'They must be more foolish than me,' showing their unique determination."

Kwak Beom added, "Our team is also the most awkward, as we started without knowing each other. What surprised us during the process was our potential. Please watch for that. We will sound a major alarm to society."

Ha Seung-jin of Team P2 said, "As I've watched this program, I felt many participants don't quite fit. They feel like plants in a greenhouse. Our P2 team feels more like weeds," hinting at a rough charm.

In this 'Squid Game X,' the relationships between the cast members are a major viewing point.

Lee Gwan-hee and Choi Hye-seon, who became the final couple in the 2023 Netflix dating program 'Single's Inferno 3,' will reunite.

Regarding this, when asked if there was a threatening team, Lee Gwan-hee replied, "Rather than a threatening team, Choi Hye-seon's presence in Team P3 was more threatening. So, I found it difficult to focus on the game for a while."

Lee Gwan-hee also said, "I'm so glad Choi Hye-seon wasn't at the production presentation. I had forgotten about her since I hadn't seen her for a long time. But seeing her again made my heart feel a bit strange."

He continued, "Within 15 minutes of the broadcast starting, everything about my relationship with Hye-seon will be revealed. So, I think you'll find it fun if you watch with anticipation."

Lee Sang-min and Kim Kyung-hoon reunited for the first time in 11 years since 'The Genius.'

MC Park Kyung-rim explained about the two, saying, "They had a special connection in 'The Genius.' They formed a tight alliance, but (Kim Kyung-hoon) betrayed Lee Sang-min, creating a legendary scene."

When asked about his feelings upon reuniting with Lee Sang-min, Kim Kyung-hoon said, "I believe Lee Sang-min is the true legend of the survival world. As such a person, I'm very happy to be able to support the legend again this time."

Hearing this, Lee Sang-min said, "He's a 'rock child.' An unimaginable 'rock child.' It's been 11 years since we met, and he should have grown up a lot by now, so I thought I'd forgotten the past. But nothing has changed. He's exactly the same. If you watch the broadcast, you'll understand why the production team brought in Kim Kyung-hoon."

When asked about his current relationship with Kim Kyung-hoon, Lee Sang-min answered, "It's not smooth," while Kim Kyung-hoon replied, "It's very good," drawing further attention.

Meanwhile, 'Squid Game X' will be released for the first time on the 3rd.

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