Nolbus

Nolbus is a fictional company that appears in the South Korean television drama series "Squid Game". It is presented as a large, legitimate, and publicly traded corporation that operates in various sectors, including construction and technology. In the narrative, Nolbus is known for its substantial wealth and influence, contributing to its image as a powerful entity within the fictional world of the show.

However, the true nature of Nolbus is revealed to be a facade. The company is deeply intertwined with the clandestine organization that runs the deadly games. It serves as a front, a legitimate business that helps to launder money and disguise the illicit activities of the game organizers. The company's public image is carefully curated to maintain a semblance of legality and respectability, masking its involvement in illegal and immoral operations.

The name "Nolbus" itself is a play on words. In Korean, "nolboosa" (놀부사) can be interpreted in ways that hint at its deceptive nature. The company's prominent role in "Squid Game" highlights the show's thematic exploration of corporate greed, the corrupting influence of wealth, and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. Nolbus represents the seamless integration of legitimate business practices with criminal enterprise, a common trope in narratives that critique societal inequalities.