The director of 'Squid Game 2' defended the casting of T.O.P. despite public criticism. Hwang Dong-hyuk acknowledged the challenges surrounding the decision, noting T.O.P's past legal troubles. However, he praised T.O.P's courage in portraying a character with parallels to his personal struggles.
The director of ‘ Squid Game 2 ’, Hwang Dong-hyuk, commended T.O.P . for his acting, stating that ‘it took a lot of courage’. The director acknowledged the challenges surrounding the casting, noting that Choi Seung Hyun faced a marijuana controversy nine years ago, which prevented him from participating in Korean projects. T.O.P plays a rapper and drug user in the series, a role that mirrors some aspects of his personal struggles. Hwang praised T.O.
P’s courage, saying, “It must have taken immense bravery to portray a character with such parallels to his past.” Despite T.O.P’s extended break from acting, Hwang commended his performance, stating, “As a director, I was impressed by his acting and satisfied with his portrayal of the character.” T.O.P’s legal troubles began in 2017 when he received a 10-month prison sentence, suspended for two years, for marijuana use. Following this, he left BIGBANG and announced his withdrawal from the entertainment industry. However, his unexpected return through ‘Squid Game 2’ sparked public debate. The public reaction to T.O.P’s casting was overwhelmingly critical. Nevertheless, director Hwang defended his choice, emphasizing the actor’s efforts and saying, “I believed the results would justify the decision, so I stood by it.” After the series’ release, T.O.P’s performance received mixed reviews. Viewers criticized his exaggerated expressions, awkward delivery, and the outdated depiction of his character, fuelling ongoing discussions about his suitability for the role.
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