TamilIs T.O.P Being Sidelined by Squid Game 2 Team? Yang Dong-Geun’s Interview Raises Questions
29 January 2025, 11:30 am
Yang Dong-Geun’s interview sparks debate over T.O.P’s treatment in Squid Game 2, with fans questioning media bias and production decisions.
Fans Concerned Over T.O.P’s Treatment in Squid Game 2
Recent comments by Squid Game 2 cast member Yang Dong-Geun have sparked concerns among fans about the treatment of BIGBANG’s T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun), who plays the character Thanos in the series. During an interview with Australian presenter Andy Trieu, Yang Dong-Geun, also known as Player 007, mentioned T.O.P as a friend and co-star with a musical background. However, the conversation took an unexpected turn when Yang appeared to be interrupted by someone off-camera, possibly a staff member, leading to speculation that discussing T.O.P was discouraged.
This moment, coupled with a cryptic on-screen caption, left fans questioning whether T.O.P is being intentionally sidelined by the Squid Game 2 team or Korean media. Yang Dong-Geun quickly shifted the focus to another co-star, Im Siwan, while appearing visibly nervous, further fueling the controversy.
Fans have expressed frustration over the perceived unfair treatment of T.O.P, citing his past controversies as a possible reason for the muted coverage in Korean media. Despite his global popularity and significant role in the series, Korean outlets have largely downplayed his involvement, while international media has celebrated his performance.
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Social media reactions have been intense, with one fan stating, “People deserve to see how unfairly Seunghyun has been treated,” while another criticized the media, saying, “Shame on you, K-media. Let him be heard!”
As speculation grows, the incident highlights the ongoing challenges T.O.P faces in rebuilding his career in South Korea. While his international fanbase continues to support him, the question remains: Is Squid Game 2 and Korean media giving T.O.P the recognition he deserves?