Instagram/Hwang Dong-hyuk TV From struggling filmmaker to creator of Netflix's biggest hit. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk reflects on the global phenomenon of Squid Game and closes a chapter. March 19, 2026 AceShowbiz - Hwang Dong-hyuk, the visionary behind Netflix's global sensation Squid Game, recently concluded an extensive press tour, culminating in a special appearance at the Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong. There, the acclaimed Korean director reflected on his extraordinary journey from struggling filmmaker to the creator of the most-watched series in Netflix history.