“Destined to be popular wherever he goes”- Fans hilariously react to T.O.P’s fanmeet moment in Squid Game 2

Former member of K-pop group BigBang T.O.P, whose real name is Choi Seung-hyun, takes on a pivotal role in Netflix's highly anticipated Squid Game season 2. Following its record-breaking debut in September 2021, the series returned to Netflix on December 26, 2024, with T.O.P. starring as Player 230.

Known by his nickname "Thanos," Player 230 stands out with his vibrant purple hair and flamboyant personality. The character is also a rapper within the Squid Game universe. His energetic, unpredictable behavior is fueled by his drug use, symbolized by the multi-colored pills he keeps hidden in a cross-shaped pendant.

Despite his fame and success as a rapper, Player 230 faces financial ruin after losing his wealth to a failed investment in a cryptocurrency called MG Coin. This setback drives him to join the deadly competition. Thanos causes chaos among the contestants, notably during the "Red Light, Green Light" game, where his reckless actions lead to the deaths of several players in Squid Game season 2.

In one scene, as the players recognize Thanos, they immediately gather around him for a picture and have to be stopped by the guards. Fans are amused by this overlapping of T.O.P's real life and the character he plays in Squid Game season 2.

"Thanos sudden fanmeeting Destined to be popular wherever he goes T.O.P BACK IN THE GAME" wrote one fan.

"The real name of Thanos is Choi Su-bong Same last name too," noted another fan.

"This is the first time, i like the Villain and Thanos," said another fan.

Fans are delighted to see T.O.P back as an actor.

"Okay, biases aside, I am completely smitten by Thanos right now. I super love him in every scene that he is in," commented a fan.

"Thanos real name is Choi Su-bong, total debt 1.19 billion won oh dear," reacted another fan.

"I'm living for actor ChoiSeunghyun return, after all this years seeing him is so beautiful and heartwarming," wrote another.

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Other Players in Squid Game season 2

Jung-bae (Player 390), portrayed by Lee Seo-hwan, is a former coworker and gambling companion of Gi-hun, whose unexpected presence in the games shocks Gi-hun upon his return.

Myung-gi (Player 333), played by Yim Si-wan, is a disgraced cryptocurrency influencer whose financial losses led to his downfall and subsequent participation in the games. His actions caused significant debt for others, including Player 124, Nam-gyu, portrayed by Roh Jae-won, who enters the games after losing everything by following Myung-gi’s investment advice. Nam-gyu quickly bonds with Thanos.

Yong-sik (Player 007), played by Yang Dong-geun, is a compulsive gambler drowning in debt, only to discover his mother, Geum-ja (Player 149), portrayed by Kang Ae-sim, is also a contestant. Geum-ja joined the games with the intent to clear her son’s debts.

Gyung-seok (Player 246), played by Lee Jin-uk, is a caricaturist competing to fund his daughter’s cancer treatments, and his presence is noticed by No-eul, a pink guard.

Se-mi (Player 380), played by Won Ji-an, works closely with both Min-su and Thanos, while Min-su (Player 125), portrayed by Lee David, is a clever participant who aligns with Thanos’ group.

Lastly, Hye-won (Player 196), Seon-nyeo (Player 044), and others add depth to the lineup of Squid Game, each grappling with personal struggles as the games unfold.