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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Squid Game 3 spin-off is happening: Lee Byung Hun drops major spoilers about finale ending, says, ‘Netflix asked me to keep this a secret…'
Squid Game season 3 star Lee Byung Hun recently showed up on The Jimmy Fallon Show and dropped some serious tea about the upcoming season. Lee plays the cold, calculated, and somehow still fan-favourite Front Man in the South Korean series that brought the Hallyu wave right onto global doorsteps back in 2021. Now, as the show gears up for its final chapter, Lee is spilling just enough juicy gossip to keep fans on edge. From how the story ends to hints about more seasons, he touched it all. He also revealed how his son and mom weren't exactly thrilled with his dark role, and what kind of NDA Netflix made him sign to keep everything sealed tight. Also read: Exclusive | Squid Game's 'Front Man' Lee Byung Hun on his 'utterly evil' character: 'Behind the mask, there's still…' During the final few minutes, host Jimmy had Lee play a tricky game, asking him to respond to some of the frequently asked fan questions. 'I wanted to see if you could answer some of the questions here,' Jimmy said, placing two lights—blue for yes, red for no—on the table, before starting. 'Do more players learn about Front Man's identity in Season 3?' Lee was asked, to which he responded with a yes, getting a big round of applause from the audience. So far, the character of Front Man has been a secret, with the trailer teasing only Lee Jung Jae's Gi Hun facing off the utterly evil character who is the ringmaster of all. Or wait, probably he is not. Because a far bigger twist might be awaiting Squid Game fans. When Lee was asked if there was someone else in charge other than the Front Man, someone more evil, he smirked, and after pausing, hit both buttons at once, teasing the possibility that the last season might open doors to someone new. Which brings us to the third question: since creator Hwang Dong Hyuk has confirmed they are not going to stretch the story anymore, is there any spinoff they're working on? Maybe something focused on the Front Man's character, given how popular he is among the fandom? Lee pressed the blue button, hinting that there indeed is a possibility. 'I'm not sure about that, but there is a possibility… we will never know what happens,' he said. He was also quizzed on whether he can confirm if the old games are returning in the new season, to which Lee didn't give any clear clue, but we already know it's happening, and the directors have confirmed that the fear-of-heights game is returning with a brutal twist, along with the tug of war. There was also a question about whether the Front Man will play any game like he did in the first season, and chances are, yes. When Squid Game first debuted, the character of Front Man was kept a mystery, hidden under a mask. The actor revealed that he didn't even tell his mother about the role, and when she got to know through her neighbours and friends, she was quite disappointed. 'Netflix asked me to keep it a secret, so I didn't say it to anybody, even my close friends and mom,' Lee shared. 'So, one day, after Squid Game opened, my mom called me and she yelled at me.' The K-drama star even spoke about how his 10-year-old kid reacted to his character of Front Man, who is the main antagonist of the show. After hearing from his school friend, the kid came straight to him and asked, 'Why are you so mean? Why are you killing so many people?' Lee said, describing how the role has impacted his real life as well. Also read: Squid Game 3 Final Trailer: Finally, a show that knows when to quit; fans all in for Lee Byung Hun and Lee Jung Jae's showdown But then, as the actor, he praised the story, saying that although he had been a part of many Hollywood stories, Squid Game is something else. 'It's a Korean story made by a Korean director, with Korean actors, and in the Korean language,' he said proudly. He added, 'When I first read the script, it was a very, very interesting story with a very unique structure, but at the same time, it was too experimental. So I thought, either it's going to be a huge hit or a complete flop.' Squid Game is about to premiere on June 27, and the anticipation surrounding the ending is already high. However, Lee says he is satisfied with how the story ends.
Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Tom Cruise's co-star Hayley Atwell was eight months pregnant while filming fight scene in Mission: Impossible
In the eighth and reportedly final instalment of the Tom Cruise-led Mission: Impossible series, titled The Final Reckoning, Hayley Atwell reprised her role as Grace. Hayley's character was first introduced in Dead Reckoning Part One as a former thief who becomes an IMF recruit in the Ethan Hunt-led team. But as she bids farewell to her role in the popular franchise, the actor has stepped into a new role—motherhood. Up until now, Hayley had kept it all under wraps, but during a recent appearance on The Jimmy Fallon Show, she revealed filming a fight sequence while pregnant. Also read: Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning: Tom Cruise deserved better than a goofy Abbas-Mustan movie that chooses spoon-feeding over spectacle 'During this fight sequence, we came back to it a few times to add a few elements to it,' the 43-year-old said, right before the host played a clip from the movie. 'In this clip, I'm actually eight and a half months pregnant,' she added. Jimmy, shocked, asked if she was serious, and yes, she was. Hayeley explained that the production team had revisited that particular fight scene multiple times to make changes and add more fight sequences. And by the time they returned for the last round, she was about to pop. However, Hayley added that she didn't back out and continued filming, even when the cast and crew kept offering her a stunt double. She continued, 'And I have to say, I was taken such good care of. Everyone was so supportive, and they were like, 'Oh, you can sit down, and we'll have a stunt double do it.' And I was like, 'No! I've worked too hard. Let me do it.' So I did it, and here it is.' Hayley first joined the Mission: Impossible franchise in 2023. At the time, her character Grace became a fan favourite, and critics also heaped praise, with demands for her to reprise the role in the next instalment skyrocketing. Her character was introduced as a pickpocket who later becomes Ethan Hunt's ally. Since then, her character has transformed into a full-blown IMF agent helping Ethan fight off a rogue AI that threatens to wipe out humanity. The franchise added a new batch of cast, including Angela Bassett, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, and Katy O'Brian, while older ones like Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Pom Klementieff, and Esai Morales reprised their roles. In a previous interview with Collider, Hayley opened up about the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of working on the globally loved franchise alongside Cruise. The actor recalled how the Top Gun star kept her motivated throughout with encouraging words. When asked about her emotions on the last day of filming, Hayley said, 'We filmed Grace's first-ever introduction in the second film, so her first appearance in the movie is the last thing that I shot. I remember that day, Tom had said, 'Movies are not something I do, it's who I am.'' She added, 'And I could see that. I saw that every day for five years. He lives it and breathes it and has devoted his life to it. So, to work with someone with that kind of work ethic is remarkable.' The actor was pressed on rumours suggesting she might be in a Marvel film, which she downplayed, jokingly calling the internet 'a very reliable source.' Also read: Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning box office collection day 5: Tom Cruise's blockbuster earns four times as much as Loveyapa Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning touched the Rs 50 crore mark in India on May 23 ahead of its US release. The film opened to a massive Rs 16.5 crore business on the opening day. The film's English version minted around Rs 34.05 crore, whereas its Hindi version made Rs 17.32 crore. Whereas in the US, the film earned Rs 68 crore (approx. $8.3 million) in Thursday previews, while Lilo & Stitch made approx. $14.5 million. The film is made on a budget of around Rs 3,320 crore (approx. $400 million).
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tiger Woods expresses ‘heartfelt sadness' over death of his mother
Tiger Woods has expressed his 'heartfelt sadness' following the death of his mother, Kultida. Woods announced the news on his official social media accounts on Tuesday. 'It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning,' the 15-time major winner wrote. It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning. My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was quick with the needle and a laugh. She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter,… — Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) February 4, 2025 'My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was quick with the needle and a laugh. 'She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter, without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible. 'She was loved by so many, but especially by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all for your support, prayers and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. Love you Mom.' Woods did not reveal the cause of death of his mother, who last week attended her son's TGL match in Florida. The former world number one's father, Earl, died in 2006. Woods always credited his mother with his signature choice of a red shirt for the final rounds of tournaments, a lesson he learned the hard way. During an appearance on The Jimmy Fallon Show last year, Woods recalled: 'My mom thought that (red) was my power colour, or some BS thing like that, so I end up wearing red and end up winning some golf tournaments. 'And then to spite her, I wore blue, and I did not win those tournaments. So Mom is always right.'
