Lee Jung-Jae, the global star of Netflix’s Squid Game, is back as ‘Seong Gi-hun’ in Season 3, which was released on June 27, 2025. The story picks up where Season 2 left off with ‘Gi-hun’, who is determined to help people who are trapped in the deadly survival game. As the show’s dark universe expands, so does the public interest in its lead actor, especially his real-life relationship with one of Korea’s wealthiest heiresses, Lim Se-Ryung. Who is she? How did they meet? How long have they known each other? Here are all the details of their relationship.
Lee Jung-Jae is a rising global star
Lee Jung-Jae rose to global fame as ‘Seong Gi-hun’ in Netflix’s Squid Game. The hit show first premiered in September 2021, making him the first Asian male actor to receive nominations and wins at major award shows, including the Emmy Awards and the SAG Awards. Season 2 folllowed in December 2024, and Season 3 was just released on June 27, 2025, keeping fans around the world glued to their screens. With each season, Lee’s international spotlight brightened. He became a global ambassador for Gucci, walked the red carpet at the Emmy Awards, and landed roles in major Hollywood projects like Star Wars: The Acolyte.