The main episodes of “Squid Game 2” and a post-credits scene hinting at the third season were released on December 26 last year, sparking excitement among fans.
Previously known for his role as the compassionate profiler Gu Dae-hong in “Doubt,” Roh Jae-won made a drastic transformation in “Squid Game 2.” He played Nam-gyu, the No. 1 contestant. 124, former club doctor and self-proclaimed right-hand man of the famous rapper “Thanos”. His character torments the timid participants of the game.
Born on October 13, 1993, Roh Jae-won debuted in 2020 with the short film “Driving School”. He gained recognition with his portrayal of the delusional civil service exam student in the Netflix series “Daily Dose of Sunshine,” a role for which he spent two months living in a goshiwon (small dormitory) in Noryangjin to immerse himself in the character. He has also appeared in popular OTT series like ‘DP Season 2’, ‘A Killer Paradox’ and ‘Uncle Samsik’. In 2024, Roh Jae-won made his terrestrial television debut in MBC’s “Doubt,” earning acclaim as a scene stealer.
On December 28, 2024, Roh Jae-won won the Best New Actor award at the 10th APAN Star Awards, hosted by the Korea Entertainment Management Association and the Seoul Economic Promotion Agency, for his performances in “Doubt” and “Daily Dose of Sunshine “. . In his acceptance speech, he expressed: “I wanted to put my whole heart into acting. I will continue to act with passion because I love it.“
Reflecting on his role in “Squid Game 2,” Roh Jae-won noted: “This project represents a new challenge and an opportunity for me. It makes me curious how much more of myself I can discover.”
With his chilling and edgy portrayal of a brutal character, Roh Jae-won’s contrasting performances have raised expectations for his future endeavors. As viewers anticipate his next steps, many are eager to see how his signature acting will evolve in upcoming projects.
