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| Famous for | Creating the South Korean TV series 'Squid Game' (2021) |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm (5’ 9”) |
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| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | - Seoul National University, Seoul
- University of Southern California, Los Angeles
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| Educational Qualification | - B.A. in communications at the Seoul National University
- Master of Fine Arts in film production at the University of Southern California
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Personal Life
| Date of Birth | 26/05/1971 |
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| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
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| Zodiac sign | Gemini |
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Career
| Debut | | Short Film (director & writer) | 'Our Sad Life' (2000) |
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| Short Film (producer) | Desperation (2000) |
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| Film (director & writer) | 'My Father' (2007) |
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| Film (producer) | Collectors (2020) |
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| TV Series (director & writer) | 'Squid Game' (2021) |
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| Awards, Honours, Achievements | | Awards | - 2012: Audience Award for the 2011 South Korean film 'Silenced' at the Udine Far East Film Festival
- 2012: Black Dragon Audience Award for the film 'Silenced' at the Udine Far East Film Festival
- 2017: Best Screenplay Award for the South Korean film 'The Fortress' at the Blue Dragon Awards
- 2017: Best Director Award for the film 'The Fortress' at the Korean Association of Film Critics Awards
- 2018: Best Director Award for the film 'The Fortress' at the Chunsa Film Art Awards
- 2021: Film Artist Award at the Beautiful Artist Awards by Shin Young-kyun Arts and Culture Foundation
- 2021: Breakthrough Series – Long Form Award at the Gotham Awards
- 2021: Received Visionary Award
- 2022: Best Director Award for the South Korean TV series 'Squid Game' at the Baeksang Arts Awards
- 2022: Director Award for the TV series 'Squid Game' at the Critics Choice Awards (Asian Pacific Cinema & Television)
- 2022: Best Director in series for 'Squid Game' at the Director’s Cut Awards
- 2022: Best Screenplay in series for 'Squid Game' at the Director’s Cut Awards
- 2022: Stepping Stone Award at the Korea Image Awards
- 2022: Pony Chung Innovation Award at the Pony Chung Foundation Innovation Awards
- 2022: Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for the episode 'Red Light, Green Light' from the TV series 'Squid Game' at the Primetime Emmy Awards
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| Honours | - 2022: Geumgwan Order of Cultural Merit in South Korea for his contribution to culture and arts
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| Achievements | - 2021: Listed on '50 People of the Year' list by Bloomberg Businessweek
- 2022: 'The Straits Times Asian of the Year' by The Straits Times (Singapore)
- 2022: Listed on 'The 100 Most Influential People of 2022' list by Time 100
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Hwang Dong-hyuk is a notable South Korean director, producer, and screenwriter known for 'Squid Game.' |
| 2. He grew up with his mother and grandmother after losing his father as a child. |
| 3. During his school and college days, Hwang found solace in comic book cafes, drawing inspiration for 'Squid Game' from manhwa and manga. |
| 4. While in college, he created short films like 'A Puff of Smoke,' 'Desperation,' and 'Heaven & Hell.' |
| 5. At the University of Southern California, he made 'Miracle Mile,' earning international acclaim and awards. |
| 6. In 2011, his film 'Silenced' gained attention, based on the novel 'The Crucible.' |
| 7. He also directed 'The Fortress' in 2017, inspired by the novel 'Namhansanseong.' |
| 8. In 2021, 'Squid Game' premiered, becoming Netflix's most-watched launch. |
| 9. Hwang faced rejections for 'Squid Game' before Netflix backed the project in 2019. |
| 10. After winning an Emmy in 2022, he became the first Asian to win in his category. |
| 11. During 'Squid Game's' creation, Hwang suffered stress leading to losing six teeth. |
| 12. Despite 'Squid Game's' financial success, Hwang stated he did not personally benefit. |
| 13. Netflix later made his earlier works like 'Silenced' accessible worldwide post-'Squid Game's' triumph. |
