A proclamation ceremony was held to announce the creation of "Squid Game Day" at City Hall in Los Angeles, California, USA, as the drama "Squid Game" celebrated its first anniversary. Last month, the Los Angeles City Council adopted a resolution designating September 17 of each year as "Squid Games Day." Through the proclamation event, the city of Los Angeles honoured the role that this drama had in the growth and tranquilly of the Asian-Pacific community.
Director Hwang Dong Hyuk, who created the squid game, lead actor Lee Jung Jae, and CEO Kim Ji Yeon of the production company Cyron Pictures were all present at the ceremony. Hwang, the director, said, “It has been a year since the Squid Game was released, and I am so honored and happy that this day was established.”
“LA is like my second hometown. I studied film at the University of Southern California (USC) for 4 years and then worked in LA for 2 years, nurturing my dream of becoming a film director.” Lee Jung Jae said, "I think there are a lot of special anniversaries in LA, but I sincerely hope that the squid game day will be the most enjoyable and fun and the most passionate day of harmony with friends and family."
CEO Kim presented Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti with the drama's iconic green apparel on behalf of the squid game team. Then, by encouraging them to wear this costume on Halloween this year, a congenial atmosphere was established.
CEO Kim said, "I was also happy to hear that members of the Asian community and many Asians in the entertainment industry felt proud."The squid game, according to Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti, has increased ethnic diversity. “The world's most watched non-English-speaking drama, ‘Squid Game’, made history,” The squid game, according to Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti, has increased ethnic diversity.
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