Following the success of Netflix’s South Korean thriller series Squid Game (which took over the world last year) the platform has another game on the cards – one that South Africans can get involved in if they dare.
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Described to be the “biggest reality competition series ever” by Netflix, the series is set to see 456 real-time players complete challenges that draw on inspiration from the show. Squid Game: The Challenge will see competitors face off for a price of roughly R72 million – and South Africans can apply to be cast for this round.
Director Hwang’s masterpiece is now being turned into what Netflix vice president Brandon Riegg has dubbed a “social experiment” with little being revealed about the challenges beyond the journey described as an “unpredictable journey” full of “tension and twists” as per Hypebeast.
Netflix has said that this first round (casting) is open to English-language speakers from around the world, so how can South Africans get involved?
Applicants need to be 21 years old at the time of applying and be available for four weeks of filming in early 2023. A valid passport is required as well as the right and ability to travel to all necessary locations. You cannot be (previously or presently) employed or engaged by any company in the All3 Media Group or Netflix, or be an immediate relative of employees pertaining to these groups.
Register to apply for Squid Game: The Challenge
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