A Cultural Reference: The Doll’s Korean Origins (11/16)

The doll’s design and role in Squid Game is also deeply rooted in Korean culture. It’s based on a traditional children’s game in Korea called “The Mugunghwa Flower Has Bloomed,” which is similar to “Red Light, Green Light” but played with a different set of rules. The Mugunghwa flower is South Korea’s national flower, and its connection to the doll brings an added layer of cultural significance to the show.