Park Sung Hoon’s comeback in question after “Squid Game” controversy

After facing intense backlash over his Squid Game 2 social media controversy, actor Park Sung Hoon is reportedly eyeing a return to television. According to multiple industry sources, he is being considered for the lead role in the upcoming romance K-Drama Efficient Dating for Singles, a series that actress Han Ji Min is also reviewing.
Speculation surrounding Park’s casting has prompted his agency to address the rumors, stating that another actor is currently being prioritized for the role.
“There is another actor being considered ahead of Park Sung Hoon for Efficient Dating for Singles. We are currently waiting for an official decision,” the agency clarified, as reported by various entertainment news outlets.
The drama, an adaptation of a webtoon, revolves around modern single men and women navigating relationships with both practicality and romance. Han Ji Min, who shares the same agency as Park Sung Hoon, is reportedly reviewing the role with a positive outlook.
Park Sung Hoon’s career has been under scrutiny since a controversial Instagram post related to Squid Game 2 landed him in hot water. After the series aired, he shared an image referencing Squid Game through a parody from a Japanese adult film, which immediately sparked public outrage. The backlash was so severe that he later issued a tearful apology in a media interview, explaining his perspective on the situation.
However, the damage was already done—his career took a major hit, leading to his removal from the upcoming K-Drama The Tyrant’s Chef, which was set to star Girls’ Generation’s Yoona. With this unexpected turn of events, all eyes are now on whether Park will secure the role in Efficient Dating for Singles and successfully stage his comeback.
As fans and industry insiders closely watch his next move, the question remains: will this new project mark a fresh start for Park Sung Hoon, or will the controversy continue to overshadow his career?