5 popular characters from Squid Game Season 2

1. Thanos (Player 230)

Portrayed by Choi Seung-hyun, also known as T.O.P from the K-pop band Bigbang, Thanos is an internet rapper with purple hair who becomes the main antagonist in Season 2. His reckless behavior and enjoyment of the deadly games make him a standout character. Choi's performance has received high praise, marking a significant comeback in his acting career. 

2. Cho Hyun-ju (Player 120)

Played by Park Sung-hoon, Hyun-ju is a former special forces sergeant and transgender woman who enters the games to fund her gender-affirming surgery. Initially ostracized, she gains respect through her skills and forms alliances with other players. Hyun-ju's character has been praised for adding depth and representation to the series. 

3. Kim Jun-hee (Player 222)

Portrayed by Jo Yu-ri, Jun-hee is a pregnant woman seeking financial stability for her child. She has a complex relationship with her ex-boyfriend, Myung-gi, who is also a contestant. Jun-hee's determination and resilience have resonated with audiences, making her a memorable character in Season 2. 

4. Park Yong-sik (Player 007) and Jang Geum-ja (Player 149)

This mother-son duo, played by Yang Dong-geun and Kang Ae-shim respectively, adds emotional depth to the series. Yong-sik, a former gambler, and his mother Geum-ja enter the games to pay off debts. Their relationship faces severe tests, highlighting themes of familial bonds and personal redemption. 

5.Kang No-eul (Guard 011)

Played by Park Gyu-young, No-eul is a former soldier and North Korean defector who joins the games as a masked guard. Her backstory and moral dilemmas provide a unique perspective on the inner workings of the game's enforcers, adding complexity to the narrative. 

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