A clip posted by a TikTok user sparked a discussion on whether the original context of the Squid Game series was preserved in its English subtitles. We speak to Jessica Kim, a Korean translator and Korean Language teacher, for her insights on the accuracy of the subtitles and whether they ultimately affect the viewing experience.


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Produced by: Tasha Fusil, Raihanna Azwar

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

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