Tony Leung’s Surprise Busan Spin‑Off?
When the Busan International Film Festival rolled around, all eyes were on Hong Kong’s own Tony Leung. He isn’t the shiny star from Shang‑Chi or the “Ten Rings” hero you’d expect; instead, the buzz is about Squid Game director Hwang Dong‑hyuk and a possible cameo in Season 2 of the binge‑worthy Korean hit.
What Tony’s Saying
In a chat with the Korea Herald, the veteran actor gave a clear thumbs up to Korean drama – “I’d jump into a Korean production if I can get past the language barrier,” he told the press. “Perhaps a role where I don’t have to act like the others in the film; I could still be in a Korean drama.”
Instagram Sparks the Rumour
- Carina Lau, Tony’s wife and an actress in her own right, shared a snapshot of the two of them sitting down with Hwang on Instagram with a cheeky caption: “Ready for Squid Game?”
- Later, a group photo gallery popped up, featuring the director and several other faces who could be part of the next season.
Note: Nothing official has gelled yet. The hype is all hot tea at the moment.
What If Tony Joins the Cast?
Just imagine: Tony Leung hanging out with the big‑budget treasure between Seong Gi‑hun (Lee Jung‑jae) and the villainous Front Man (Lee Byung‑hwan). The star would add a whole new layer of drama…and maybe a few Tony‑leung signature winks. The sequel’s release is penciled in for late 2023 or early 2024, so there’s plenty of time for the fan‑fiction cycle to get underway.
Take it With a Pinch of Salt
Even if the rumors turn out to be true, at the end of the day, it’ll be just another fun twist for the audience. Until Netflix drops the official word, we’re all just another set of fans eagerly scrolling the feeds, waiting to see if the legend of Tony Leung will finally make his way into the Squid Game universe.
