Rapper Swings Nearly Substituted T.O.P in ‘Squid Game 2,’ Pursuing Acting Career After Enrolling in Acting School

On January 11, renowned rapper Swings made waves on social media by sharing a video capturing his engaging journey into the world of acting. This video features him performing a scene from the acclaimed film “Burning” (2018), a masterpiece directed by Lee Chang-dong.

Just the day prior, on January 10, Swings excitedly disclosed, “I actually started attending an acting academy a month ago, and recently, I’ve been dedicating myself to it every day. It has been an incredible experience!” He further expressed his enthusiasm in a teaser post, encouraging fans to stay tuned for his educational journey.

In the shared video, Swings delves into an in-depth analysis of the “Burning” scene, providing insightful commentary on his performance. Following this, he revised his original post, humorously titled “Swings enrolled in acting school after missing out on ‘Squid Game 2′ casting.” He emphasized his gratitude while clarifying that his engagement in acting started well before the casting discussions, stating, “It’s not that urgent.”

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In a related note, the director of “Squid Game 2,” Hwang Dong-hyuk, recently revealed that he had considered casting Swings for a pivotal role, likening it to the character of Thanos. However, he chose not to proceed due to concerns surrounding the rapper’s acting skills, stirring a conversation among fans and critics alike.

Following this revelation, speculations arose among netizens, who have linked Swings’ decision to enroll in an acting academy to the earlier casting discussions for “Squid Game 2.” This has intensified the interest in Swings’ evolving career path.

As Swings shared glimpses of his acting practices, the response from fans has been overwhelmingly positive. Comments such as “The actor’s mindset is impressive,” “He can achieve anything,” “Onward to Hollywood,” and “We’re rooting for you!” showcase the community’s support and optimism for his new endeavor.

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