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‘Squid Game' actors Kim Si-eun and Roh Jae-won join ‘All of Us Are Dead' Season 2

Netflix's All of Us Are Dead Season 2 begins production, featuring Squid Game stars Kim Si-eun and Roh Jae-won. The story follows Nam On-jo and new survivors facing a fresh outbreak. Directors Lee JQ and Kim Nam-su return, highlighting Netflix's ongoing Korean content investment fueled by recent successes. Production has officially started on the second season of Netflix's 'All of Us Are Dead', the popular Korean zombie thriller for young adults that gained massive global popularity following its initial release in 2022. New Chapter for Nam On-jo Originating from Joo Dong-geun's popular webcomic, the show's debut season garnered incredible global attention, logging over 560 million hours of viewing within just 28 days and securing spots among the top 10 non-English television programs in more than 90 countries. Fresh Faces and Familiar Survivors by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Global MBA for executives. Study online. IIMK UWA Undo In Season 2, the story follows Nam On-jo, now a college student in Seoul portrayed by Park Ji-hu returning to her role. As she copes with the lasting effects of her high school ordeal, a new infection outbreak sweeps through the city, plunging her back into a perilous fight to survive. As reported by Variety, Season 2 introduces several new cast members. Lee Min-jae ('Weak Hero: Class 2'), Kim Si-eun ('Squid Game' Season 2), and Yoon Ga-i join as a trio of experienced university seniors who have crafted their own survival methods. Adding to the intrigue is Roh Jae-won ('Squid Game' Seasons 2 and 3), portraying Han Du-seok, a National Intelligence Service team leader whose involvement is expected to bring new tension to the storyline. The season also focuses on the aftermath for the original Hyosan survivors—Cheong-san (Yoon Chan-young), Nam-ra (Cho Yi-hyun), and Su-hyeok (Lomon)—as they grapple with the realities of post-outbreak life amid the emergence of a new infection threat. Creative Team Returns The second season is being directed once again by the duo Lee JQ, known for 'Daily Dose of Sunshine,' and Kim Nam-su. They are collaborating on a script crafted by returning writer Chun Sung-il , who previously worked on 'King the Land.' Netflix's Strong Korean Content Push The latest announcement highlights Netflix's proactive strategy to expand its Korean content lineup aggressively. Netflix Korea has recently found success with projects like 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' featuring IU and Park Bo-gum, the entertaining reality show 'Culinary Class Wars,' and the record-breaking 'Squid Game' Season 3. These hits have played a crucial role in motivating Netflix's ongoing and substantial investments in Korean entertainment.