Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Squid Game season 2.
A Squid Game behind-the-scenes video reveals the expert responsible for Kang Dae-ho’s (Kang Ha-neul) exemplary Gonggi performance. Squid Game‘s Gonggi is one of the five mini-competitions that each team is required to complete during the six-legged pentathlon. Dae-ho is responsible for the Gonggi portion of the race and seamlessly completes all five rounds of the game during his first attempt, an impressive feat that helps his team win the overall competition.
During a Netflix behind-the-scenes video, Kang explains that even though he was becoming proficient at playing Gonggi, an expert was brought in. The Gonggi expert was “unbelievably good” and had unparalleled technique. The expert playing the game is what was filmed and used in Squid Game season 2, and it was only later edited to appear as if Dae-ho was the one playing Gonggi the entire time. Check out Kang’s comments below:
I was starting to get the hang of it, but the director invited an expert. He was unbelievably good, using both his hands to play throughout all five levels. We had that on camera and edited it like Dae-ho was playing.
What This Means For Squid Game
Dae-ho’s Gonggi Victory Is An Important Moment For His Character
While Dae-ho is unable to rise to the occasion during Squid Game season 2’s ending, the Gonggi game during the six-legged race is a triumphant moment for him in which he gets to shine. His skill helps save both himself and his teammates, and he does not let the pressure of the situation get to him. Kang’s acting brings the necessary charm and confidence to the scene while the real-life Gonggi expert and post-production editing make Dae-ho’s performance come to life.
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There is an element of luck to many of the games in Squid Game, but skill can also be an important factor. Gonggi is a game where skill definitely matters, especially with each player only having a total of five minutes to complete the five mini-competitions. Details like bringing in an expert provide further appreciation of the level of detail and expertise that goes into every facet of creating the hit Squid Game series and in making scenes like Dae-ho’s Gonggi performance look convincing.
The Gonggi Scene Is A Standout Moment For Dae-Ho
Dae-ho is one of the best new characters in Squid Game season 2. Winning at Gonggi so quickly is one of his standout moments, and it is fascinating to hear about how it was achieved behind-the-scenes. Depending on what games are used in season 3, there may be more opportunities to bring in experts, and to even have them play the games while being filmed. With Dae-ho still alive in Squid Game season 3, he will have to participate in more games, although he may not be as skilled at them as he is at Gonggi.
Source: Netflix
In Squid Game, a mysterious invitation to join a competition is sent to people at risk who are in dire need of money. Four hundred fifty-six participants from all walks of life are locked into a secret location where they play games to win 45.6 billion won. Games are selected from traditional Korean children’s games, such as Red Light and Green Light, but the consequence of losing is death. To survive, competitors must choose their alliances carefully – but the further they go in the competition, the more likely betrayal will rear its ugly head.
- Release Date
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September 17, 2021
- Cast
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Wi Ha-joon
, Anupam Tripathi
, Oh Yeong-su
, Heo Sung-tae
, Park Hae-soo
, Jung Ho-yeon
, Lee Jung-jae
, Kim Joo-ryoung - Seasons
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2
- Writers
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Hwang Dong-hyuk
- Directors
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Hwang Dong-hyuk
- Showrunner
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Hwang Dong-hyuk