Actor Park Sung-hoon has taken on the role of a transgender character in “Squid Game 2.” In the Netflix series, he portrays Hyun-joo, participant number 120, a transgender character in need of money for gender confirmation surgery. Park’s character joins the games to fulfill this crucial personal need. His transformation includes wearing makeup and sporting a bob haircut, capturing viewers’ attention with the unique visual.
This role marks a significant and bold departure from the types of characters Park has previously portrayed. He is known for his role as Jeon Jae-joon in Netflix’s “The Glory,” where he received global acclaim for his performance as the villainous character. Additionally, Park starred in tvN’s “The Queen of Tears” as the mysterious M&A expert Yoon Eun-sung, further cementing his reputation for playing complex roles.
Park revealed that during the filming of “The Queen of Tears” and “Squid Game 2,” he balanced working on both projects simultaneously, shooting one by day and the other by night over approximately six months. This dual filming schedule showcased his dedication and versatility as he managed to create distinguished characters in both series. Fans eagerly await his performance as Hyun-joo in “Squid Game 2,” anticipating another layer to his dynamic acting prowess.