Mumbai: Rumors about Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio making a surprise appearance in the highly anticipated third season of Squid Game have been quickly debunked by Netflix. The speculation began after OSEN reported on January 1 that DiCaprio had secretly filmed a small role for the series, with character details kept tightly under wraps to avoid spoilers. However, Netflix was quick to deny these claims, calling them “completely false.”
Squid Game, the South Korean dystopian thriller that became a global sensation, is returning in 2025 for its third season. The series, known for its high-stakes survival competition, captured audiences worldwide with its chilling portrayal of financial desperation and class inequality. The concept, created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, originally emerged in 2009 but gained traction when Netflix picked it up in 2019.
Season 2 of Squid Game set records, with 68 million views in its first week, marking the biggest debut week in Netflix’s history. To build anticipation for the upcoming season, Netflix recently released a teaser poster featuring the iconic doll from the “Red Light, Green Light” game, Young Hee, and introduced a new robot character, Cheol Su, who was first seen in the Season 2 post-credits scene.
The series continues to explore pressing issues such as economic hardship and social inequality, which resonate deeply with audiences worldwide. As fans eagerly await Season 3, Netflix has assured viewers that DiCaprio will not be part of the cast, and the focus remains on the gripping and thought-provoking narrative of Squid Game.
