The nine-episode show grabbed the attention of the netizens with its intriguing plot. However, it has also received criticism from viewers for illegally exposing personal details including real phone numbers and bank account numbers.
Responding to phone number issues following owner complaints, the production team is currently trying to rectify the situation. While no final settlement has been reached, the makers in their official statement said, “We are constantly trying to resolve this through phone calls and one-on-one meetings between the number owner and the production company.”
Further netizens claimed that the bank account details displayed were also used in the show without permission, much like the phone number case, the team has confirmed that they ‘conversed’ with the bank account owner before the show is of. Chief. “The bank account number was used after a conversation with the account owner during the content production process,” he said.
It all started with the first episode of ‘Squid Game’ when a scene had the lead role played by the actor. gong yu handing over your business card to Lee Jungje (As Seong Ji Hunu) Business Card shared a glimpse of a phone number, which turns out to be an existing calling number from where fans have been calling day and night.
On the other hand, in the finale episode, Seong Gi Hoon is seen withdrawing 10,000 KRW (about $8.47 USD) from the ATM after winning the game. In the process, the scene displayed a bank account number along with the prize money, which also belonged to a South Korean national.
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