Former BIGBANG member T.O.P (Choi Seung Hyun) is facing a wave of controversy after his appearance in Squid Game 2, and it’s not just his acting that’s causing a stir—his past drug conviction is leading to serious censorship!

In the January 7th episode of MBC’s Live Morning Show, Squid Game 2 was in the spotlight, showcasing its massive global success. But despite the drama’s popularity, it hasn’t been without its issues, especially when it comes to T.O.P’s involvement.

The show has been met with backlash in South Korea, and much of the criticism centers around T.O.P’s casting. The former BIGBANG member, who has a past drug conviction, was noticeably blurred out during scenes from Squid Game 2 shown on the broadcast.

Viewers quickly noticed the censorship, which is believed to be linked to his marijuana conviction in 2017. At that time, T.O.P was sentenced to 10 months in prison, which was suspended for two years. This scandal caused him to step away from the entertainment world and leave BIGBANG.

Though T.O.P vowed to stay out of the limelight, his appearance in Squid Game 2 came as a surprise. However, his return has been anything but smooth. His performance has been heavily criticized for lacking emotional depth and skill, sparking even more controversy.

To make matters worse, Squid Game lead actor Park Sung Hoon also found himself in hot water after sharing a parody image of a Japanese adult film cover on social media, adding fuel to the ongoing backlash.

Despite all the drama surrounding it, Squid Game 2 continues to receive global attention. It was even nominated for Best Drama Series at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards but didn’t take home the prize.

T.O.P's blurred-out appearance and mixed reception in Squid Game 2 have added another layer of drama to his already complicated career comeback!

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Actress Choi Ji Woo melted hearts with her adorable interaction with Jang Dong Min’s daughter, Jang Ji Woo, during a recent appearance.

On the show, Choi Ji Woo met little Jang Ji Woo and quickly stole her heart. The actress shared, “Ji Woo likes blue and ribbon hairpins,” and the two spent time playfully putting hairpins on each other.

Jang Dong Min was amazed, saying, “This is the first time I’ve seen her warm up to someone so quickly,” adding that his daughter’s calm behavior around Choi Ji Woo was completely different from how she acts with him, making everyone laugh.

“She’s so different when she’s with Aunt Ji Woo. She plays so calmly,” he said, while comedian Ahn Young Mi joined in, joking, “The kid seems so radiant now,” bringing even more laughter.

As a mom herself, Choi Ji Woo showed her natural warmth and charm, playing with Jang Ji Woo and making the little girl smile.

The highlight of the day came when Jang Ji Woo sweetly asked her, “Auntie, what did you eat to become so pretty?” leaving everyone touched by the adorable moment.

Jang Dong Min also teased that Choi Ji Woo wouldn’t escape his “special training,” but the actress took it in stride, showing up in cheerful floral-patterned overalls that captured everyone’s attention.

The sweet bond between Choi Ji Woo and little Jang Ji Woo has left fans swooning, with many commenting on the actress’s lovable personality and natural charm.

It seems Choi Ji Woo has won over not just fans but also the tiniest hearts!

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