Squid Game Season 2: How Much Money Does the Winner Get?

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As a dedicated fan who has witnessed the intense rollercoaster ride of emotions that both seasons of Squid Game have brought, I must say, the prize money revelation is quite intriguing! The fact that it remains a constant 45.6 Billion won across seasons, despite the dramatic shift in the narrative, adds an interesting layer to the show.

The popular series Squid Game is back on Netflix with its second season, leaving fans curious about many things. One of the most frequently asked questions revolves around the prize money that the winner of the titular game receives and how much it translates to in US dollars from South Korean won. In the first season, Lee Jung-jae’s character Seong Gi-hun eventually claims the prize money, but the experience leaves him deeply troubled. In this upcoming season, he decides to participate again not primarily for the money, but with the aim of discontinuing the game altogether.

So, here are all the details of the prize money in both seasons of the show.

Here’s the prize money Squid Game Season 1 and 2’s winner gets

The prize money in both Seasons 1 and 2 are the same, and it’s 45.6 Billion won.

In Season 1, Gi-hun triumphs over Cho Sang-woo during their final match, yet chooses not to harm him. Instead, Sang-woo insists that Gi-hun promises to look after his mother. Heartbreakingly, Sang-woo then takes his own life by inflicting a wound on his neck.

Upon reaching home, Gi-hun learns the tragic news of his mother’s demise. For a whole year, he remains idle using the earnings. During this time, he uncovers the secrets surrounding Oh Il-nam. Eventually, he resolves to distribute his prize money to Sang-woo’s mom and Sae-byeok’s sibling.

In Season 2, the monetary prize is not a major focus point within the storyline. Instead, it’s Gi-hun’s thirst for vengeance and justice that takes center stage. Unfortunately, his circumstances don’t improve much this season as things take a turn for the worse. Despite surviving, he loses several of his companions along the way, and an uprising among the players is unsuccessful. However, we can expect to see him again in the upcoming third and final season.

How much is 45.6 Billion won in US Dollars?

According to the exchange rate on December 26, 2024, 45.6 billion South Korean won is equivalent to approximately 31.1 million U.S. dollars.

Although it’s smaller compared to 45.6 billion dollars, $31.1 million is still a substantial sum that could significantly impact anyone’s life, just like it did for the characters in Squid Game.

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2024-12-26 23:10