Actor Choi Seung-hyun says he saw himself in his "Squid Game" character of Thanos — "a failed rapper" and "pathetic loser." And that is why he chose the role.

Former Big Bang member T.O.P has received backlash for his portrayal of Squid Game villain Thanos, but his critics misunderstand a crucial part of his role.

Choi Seung-hyun AKA T.O.P plays Thanos in Squid Game season 2. As a rapper, he was a part of the K-Pop boyband BigBang. He left the group in 2023 and has been acting since 2007.

Wondering who plays Thanos on Netflix's Squid Game Season 2? Here's what to know about Choi Seung-hyun, aka T.O.P.

With 152.5 million total views, the second installment of "Squid Game" has become the third most-watched TV season on Netflix, trailing behind only its own first season (265 million) and "Wednesday" (252 million).

Squid Game is finally back for season two, introducing us to a whole new batch of contestants and games, hoping to win a life-changing amount of money in the deadliest game of all. But who is Thanos, and the actor who plays him? Here's what you need to know about the character and the man who plays him: Choi Seung-hyun.

Squid Game Season 2 continues to take social media by storm. The new season focuses on the return of Gi-hun who emerged victorious in the last installment. However, this time his intention was to put an end to the ruthless battle irrespective of the dangers surrounding him.

Thanos was a fan favorite in Season 2 of 'Squid Game', and fans believe he survived. Will he be in Season 3? Here's what we know.

Singer-turned-actor TOP in 'Squid Game' Season 2 K-pop star Choi Seung-hyun, also known by his rap stage name TOP, is seen in this photo released by his agency, theseed, on Jan. 16, 2025. TOP, a singer-turned-actor,

Yeban Youn and his family watched the newest season of "Squid Game.” After they watched the characters on the show play gonggi, mom Soo Youn showed her kids her talent.

Now that "Squid Game" Season 2 is in the books, there's lots of speculation about what might happen in Season 3. And some of it sounds pretty awesome.