Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk recently explained why Season 2 features a character named Thanos, after the Marvel villain. Speaking to Netflix, Hwang said the name was chosen to give the character global appeal.

Former Big Bang member T.O.P has received backlash for his portrayal of Squid Game villain Thanos, but his critics misunderstand a crucial part of his role.

Squid Game is finally back for season two, introducing us to a whole new batch of contestants and games, hoping to win a life-changing amount of money in the deadliest game of all. But who is Thanos, and the actor who plays him? Here's what you need to know about the character and the man who plays him: Choi Seung-hyun.