Gun Yoo sent fans into a frenzy with his brief but impactful appearance in the first installment of the critically-acclaimed Netflix series Squid game. The hype surrounding his cameo was so strong that the makers decided to bring him back Squid game season 2unlike their original plans. In the second installment of the South Korean thriller, his role as a formidable salesman became increasingly intriguing, but his decision to commit suicide after failing at his own game surprised fans. Although unexpected deaths and shocking twists are a hallmark Squid gamefans are still trying to come to terms with the loss of Gong Yoo’s character.
Amid online discussions surrounding the future of Gong Yu in the Squid gamea clip hinting that the seller may be alive has made waves online. The now-viral video has fans wondering if there’s still hope for the Goblin return of the star, causing a new wave of speculation and theories about Squid game season 3.
Will Gong Yoo return for The Squid Game Season 3?
Despite his gray role as a salesman, Gun Yoo has become a fan-favorite character in Squid game. However, his decision to do a headshot in the second installment left fans of the Netflix series confused. But what if we told you that there is still hope for his return in the third and final installment?
A video of salesman Gong Yoo briefly opening his eyes after taking a headshot has now gone viral, leaving fans wondering if his character is still alive. It would be an unfortunate mistake on the part of the actor, but given Gong Yoo’s vast experience and the producers’ meticulousness, many now believe that the salesman will return for the final meeting in Squid game season 3.
The clip was shared by user X with the caption: “I knew the seller was alive.”
I knew the seller was alive 😂😂😂#SquidGame2 pic.twitter.com/MlnxIGklb8
— ^^ (@gongyoo_ni) January 6, 2025
Also, the fact that people were still being recruited into the game even after the apparent death of the seller raises more questions than answers. While it’s possible that the company behind the game has a network of salespeople, each tasked with bringing in new players, the audience has so far only been introduced to Gong Yu.
Fans React to Gun Yoo’s Potential Return in Squid Game Season 3
The viral clip has now sparked genuine curiosity among fans, with many coming up with their own theories. One user claimed: “They never showed us what happened to the body. I have questions.”
I knew the seller was alive 😂😂😂#SquidGame2 pic.twitter.com/MlnxIGklb8
— ^^ (@gongyoo_ni) January 6, 2025
“I’m torn between how no one can survive this hit and how Gong Yoo is too good of an actor to make it a fluke,” wrote another user.
I’m torn between how no one can survive this hit and how Gong Yoo is too good of an actor to make it a fluke 😭
— DZ (@Jemwo) January 7, 2025
A third quipped: “I have a sneaking suspicion that despite the dramatic ‘death’ scene, the Recruiter will be back!”
I’m torn between how no one can survive this hit and how Gong Yoo is too good of an actor to make it a fluke 😭
— DZ (@Jemwo) January 7, 2025
“Hopefully this leads to a plot twist in season 3,” commented another.
Waaaaaaaaaattttttttttttttttttttttttttt. Hopefully this leads to a plot twist in Season 3!
– Shuja Taslim (@ajuhst) January 8, 2025
However, some fans also believe it could have been an unintentional move, with one writing: “He didn’t survive that shot; Gong Yu probably tried to keep his eyes open during this meeting because he thought the camera wouldn’t capture his eye angle.”
he didn’t survive that shot, Gong Yoo was probably trying to open his eyes during that encounter because he thought the camera wasn’t capturing the angle of his eyes 🤣🤣
— coochiecooch (@sugoi9832) January 7, 2025
Another added: “He was just watching his colleague’s performance; who would blame him? I won’t. If there’s anyone to blame, it’s the cameraman for not getting the camera at the right angle.”
He was just spying on the performance of his colleagues, who would blame him? I won’t. If there’s anyone to blame, it’s the cameraman for not getting the camera at the right angle 😌✨
— ^^ (@gongyoo_ni) January 7, 2025
More about Squid Season 3
The long-awaited third season Squid game According to creator Hwang Dong Hyuk, it should be an intense and emotional ride. The new installment will reportedly focus on the confrontation between Song Gi Hoon, the main character, and Leader, the mastermind behind the twisted game.
While an exact date has yet to be announced, Hwang hinted that the final installment could be released this summer or fall.
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