Devil’s Plan Season 2- Who are the contestants battling for the title this time?

The anticipated second season of Devil’s Plan, a brain survival game where individuals from various professions compete over seven days, promises an even fiercer battle to determine the ultimate intellectual champion.

Season 2 raises the stakes with 14 participants, two more than the previous season, sparking curiosity about how the increased number will introduce new strategic complexities. Jung Jong-yeon, the acclaimed producer known for popular survival game shows like Great Escape and The Genius series, returns to lead The Devil’s Plan season 2.

The cast includes Lee Se-dol, Justin H. Min, Kyuhyun, Kang Ji-young, Yoon So-hee, Seven High, Lee Seung-hyun, Jung Hyun-gyu, Choi Hyun-joon, Chuu, Kim Ha-rin, Park Sang-yeon, Son Eun-yoo, and Tino. As reported by MBC Entertainment on January 15, these contestants, selected from over 1,000 applicants, will compete for the title of the ultimate mastermind,

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List of participants for Devil’s Plan Season 2

This time, contestants from diverse fields will engage in an upgraded brain battle set within expanded settings and enhanced rules. The star-studded cast includes the following.

1) Baduk legend Lee Sedol- He is globally renowned for his victory against AlphaGo.

2) Justin H. Min- An actor celebrated for his versatility in Netflix's The Umbrella Academy and Angry People.

3) Super Junior member Kyuhyun- He is a prominent figure in entertainment, musicals, and variety shows.

4) Kang Ji-young- A JTBC announcer who passed the AICPA certification exam.

5) Yoon So-hee- an actress, an early graduate from a science high school, and a KAIST alumna.

6) Seven High- professional poker player and music producer.

7) Lee Seung-hyun- She is a Miss Korea winner and a college student.

8) Jung Hyun-gyu- Seoul National University graduate and influencer.

9) Choi Hyun-joon- KAIST student and model.

10) Chuu- A singer known for her diverse career spanning eight years

11) Kim Ha-rin- A plastic surgeon

12) Park Sang-yeon- A 2021 International Physics Olympiad gold medalist

13) Son Eun-yu- M&A lawyer

14) Tino- board game master

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Devil's Plan season 2 expected to be bigger

Season 1 captivated global audiences with its intense competition, evolving social dynamics, and gripping psychological strategies, cementing its place as a favorite among viewers.

In the inaugural season, players faced a week-long training camp, competing fiercely while forming alliances, engaging in psychological warfare, and navigating betrayals. The unpredictable developments resembled a drama, earning Devil’s Plan the title of an unmissable K-brain survival show.

Devil’s Plan achieved significant milestones, topping Netflix’s Today’s Top 10 Series in Korea, entering the Top 10 in 23 countries, and ranking third globally in the Non-English TV Show category. Reflecting on the upcoming season, PD Jeong Jong-yeon shared:

"We considered various personalities and abilities when selecting the cast members, and as a producer, we were very satisfied.

He added that they designed a hall of games where people play games without resting their heads during the entire recording. He believes seeing the cast members’ every move true to their instincts will be fun.

The Korean Herald reported on September 4, 2024, that during a press tour held on the set of the second season, Jung shared that the new installment of Devil’s Plan boasts a larger budget, improved game quality, and a bigger cast. The Devil’s Plan 2 is being filmed on a 1,000-pyeong set (approximately 3,300 square meters), which is 1.8 times the size of the first season’s set.

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With the contestants now revealed and a teaser showcasing their determination released, Devil’s Plan 2 is set to premiere in the first half of this year. Meanwhile, the first season is available to stream on Netflix.