He is undoubtedly a character that will leave his mark. Choi Seung-hyun, better known as TOP, makes a notable comeback in Season 2 of Squid Game. The former member of K-Pop group BigBang, who was previously banned from the South Korean entertainment industry after a marijuana incident in 2017, took a risk. Playing a controversial character, to say the least: Thanos, a rapper in debt and under the influence of drugs.
“It takes a lot of courage to play a role that reflects the negative aspects of one’s life“, explains series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk people. After a long hiatus, TOP rose to the challenge brilliantly. “I am very satisfied with its performance. He put on an impressive performance despite everything he went through” adds Hwang.
Thanos: A dark and fascinating character
In Squid Game Season 2, Thanos, player 230, stands out for his suspicious and deadly methods to other competitors. The updo of her hair reflects the character’s inner struggles, which unnervingly echo TOP’s own story.”It’s a role that requires vulnerability and an understanding of human complexities“, Hwang emphasizes.
This casting choice, daring but successful, allowed Choi Seung-hyun to redefine his public image. After years marked by controversy and attempts at rehabilitation, his interpretation of Thanos in a ruthless world shows that he is ready to turn the page and rebuild his image.
Personal and artistic redemption
For TOP, the role is an important step in his rehabilitation, nine years after publicly apologizing for his past behavior. “I am very shy to meet people– he said in 2017. Today, his performance in Squid Game proves that he can overcome his mistakes and still capture the attention of a global audience.
With this bold return, Squid Game Season 2 not only surprises fans with its storyline: it also offers an inspiring story of redemption for its lead cast. TOP thus proves that even in adversity a new beginning is possible.
Source: Allocine
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