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Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hwang Dong-hyuk: Thanks for everybody who rejected "Squid Game" in 2009!
5 Jun - "Squid Game" creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has recently been awarded Creator Tribute at the Gotham Awards. The special award was presented to Hwang by his lead actor Lee Jung-jae, who played Seong Gi-hun in the series. Lee described Hwang as "a storyteller with the imagination that changed the landscape of global TV." "Beneath the thrilling tension and unforgettable visuals, there were themes of strong criticism of inequality, despair, and the resilience of humanity. What director Hwang Dong-hyuk created was not just a drama. It was a mirror reflecting our current society with clear and piercing empathetic eyes. And the world responded with 265.2 million views for Season 1," he expressed. In his acceptance speech, Hwang thanked everyone who rejected "Squid Game" when he pitched it in 2009 "If even one person had said yes then, there would be no work as we know it today," he joked. "I am grateful to everyone who supported and believed in my vision. And I want to thank the cast and staff who have been with me throughout Seasons 1 to 3." He also thanked Lee in his speech, saying, "Although you couldn't save the other participants, you saved this show." Hwang did not end his speech without something to think about, as he spoke about the simplicity of the accolade, saying, "This trophy has a very simple design, is heavy, and solid. It is not a glamorous design like an Emmy or Oscar trophy. I'm not saying the 'Gotham Awards' trophy is ugly. It seems to say, 'Don't be blinded by the glamour of success.' It seems to inform me of the weight of responsibility. I will never forget and will continue to move forward." Season 3 of "Squid Game" will be released on Netflix on 27 June. (Photo Source: Lee Jung-jae IG, Chosun)
Daily Tribune
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
‘Squid Game' Director Honoured at Gotham Awards for Global Impact
Hwang Dong-hyuk, the visionary behind Netflix's global sensation Squid Game, was awarded the prestigious Creator Tribute at the Gotham Awards in New York on Monday, in recognition of his groundbreaking contribution to television. Accepting the award in English, Hwang described the continuing success of Squid Game as 'a miracle,' reflecting on how a once-rejected Korean script became a worldwide phenomenon over 12 years. 'Four years ago, when Squid Game won the Breakthrough Series Award, I called it a miracle,' Hwang said. 'Standing here again tonight, I believe that miracle still continues.' Hwang's remarks struck a humble tone, especially when reflecting on the meaning behind the Gotham trophy. 'It's not shiny or fancy like an Emmy or an Oscar,' he said. 'But it reminds us not to be blinded by the glamor of success and to carry the responsibility that comes with it.' Actor Lee Jung-jae, who portrays the main character Seong Gi-hun, introduced Hwang during the ceremony. 'What sets Squid Game apart is the depth of Director Hwang's vision,' Lee said, praising the series for its sharp critique of inequality and human resilience beneath its thrilling exterior. The Creator Tribute, a category introduced in 2023, honours creators who challenge the limits of television. The Gotham Awards committee described Hwang's work as 'high-stakes storytelling combined with sharp cultural commentary.'
Korea Herald
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Hwang Dong-hyuk of 'Squid Game' clinches Creator Tribute Award at Gotham Television Awards
Creative mastermind behind 'Squid Game' earns Creator Tribute four years after series' win Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind the global phenomenon 'Squid Game,' will receive the Creator Tribute at the 2025 Gotham Television Awards. The Gotham Television Awards, held annually in New York City, is an American film ceremony that honors outstanding achievements in television. The Creator Tribute category celebrates visionary artists and creators who have significantly shaped and expanded the boundaries of television. 'Since 'Squid Game''s breakout win at The Gotham Awards four years ago, its ascent has been nothing short of extraordinary — earning global acclaim, sweeping honors, and cementing its place as a landmark in modern television,' said Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham Film & Media Institute via a press release on Thursday. In 2021, the Gothams honored 'Squid Game' with the award for Best Long Form Breakthrough Series. 'With his genre-defying series, Director Hwang has reshaped the possibilities of episodic storytelling, captivating audiences worldwide with a series that is both thrilling and culturally defining. We are proud to recognize 'Squid Game' and Director Hwang in this final chapter, in what promises to be an unforgettable moment at this year's Gotham Television Awards.' Winners will be celebrated at the ceremony on June 2 at Cipriani Wall Street, with the event livestreamed on Variety's YouTube channel.
