Kim Taehyung in Squid Game Season 3? What BTS' V has teased and why fans think 'everyone will lose their minds'
Ever since BTS' V (Kim Taehyung) teased something 'big' following his recent military discharge, fans have been pinning their hopes on the possibility of his cameo in Squid Game Season 3 . But this isn't the first time the idea has been floated. Ever since the first season became a global hit in 2021, rumours have popped up about V joining the cast, whether as a masked guard, a VIP, or something that would catch fans totally off guard. Now, with the final season dropping in just a few hours, the speculation is stronger than ever. Squid Game Season 3: What V has teased (or not)
During a recent Weverse live, V mentioned that he has 'something special' coming and added, 'It's not a big deal—but to me, it's actually a huge deal.' He didn't say much more, but the vague hint was enough to send fans into a meltdown.
🐻: This is probably… Maybe if we wait a little longer, I think it'll come out.🐻: But, it's not really a big deal. Oh, but to me, it's actually a huge deal.
i wonder what it is?👀 pic.twitter.com/26FWFUonMe — bts memeories⁷ (@btsmemeories) June 20, 2025
That wasn't the first time he gave fans reason to wonder. Back during BTS' Permission to Dance stage in December 2021, V actually broke the internet when he showed up in full Squid Game guard costume, complete with the red jumpsuit and mask. While some thought it was just for fun, others now view it as the earliest possible hint.
Thank you Squid Game for giving us Kim Taehyung aka V going viral
pic.twitter.com/vxMUAU7hSj https://t.co/MF6kRHkrPC — PEACHY 💎✨💫 (@princessp059) June 24, 2025
He's also shown love for dark thrillers and has mentioned wanting to return to acting. And then there was the now-famous dinner with director Park Chan Wook, followed by sightings with Squid Game cast member Im Si Wan, and Lee Jung Jae. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the trail of hints has only grown longer. Fans have picked up V's alleged cameo's clues
Across Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), fans have been piecing together clues for months. Some noted that filming for Seasons 2 and 3 began in July 2023 and wrapped around mid-2024, just before V enlisted. That left a window wide open for a brief appearance.
Even cast interviews have added fuel. When asked directly about the rumour, Lee Jung Jae (Gi Hun) gave a knowing smirk and changed the subject, while Wi Ha Joon smiled and simply said, 'No comment.' For a show built around mystery and shock, that kind of reaction only got fans more excited.
Squid Game cast was asked if taehyung will join squid game next season:there's some speculations that BTS V maybe joining the cast, is there anything u can say about that? Lee jungjae:i can't tell you anything about thatHa-joon: no comment
OMG?!👀pic.twitter.com/hDgOkmHv1s — Carolyne🌱⁷⁼¹ (@mhereonlyforbts) January 3, 2025 Why fans think it makes sense
The buzz isn't just about scheduling or fan theories; some of it comes from how naturally the idea fits. V has spoken openly about wanting to act again and specifically in darker, more serious roles. He made his acting debut in the 2016 K-drama Hwarang: The Warrior Poet Youth but has been waiting for the right time to return to the screen. Fans think Squid Game, with its stylish visuals and psychological edge, is exactly his vibe.
If he appears in Squid Game tomorrow... I think everyone will lose their minds😭🛐❤️#SquidGameS3 #V pic.twitter.com/DHoaVfy2F2 — Diana, 𝙩𝙝ꪜ girl (Taylor's Version)✨ (@thVscenery_95) June 26, 2025
There's also the global reach to consider. A BTS cameo, even a short one, would bring even more international attention to Squid Game, which already holds the title of Netflix's most-watched show of all time. It's a PR dream. What the showrunners and cast have said
While no official confirmation has been given, Squid Game director Hwang Dong-hyuk has always been tight-lipped about casting surprises. Even in press interviews for Season 2, when asked about possible celebrity cameos, he simply smiled and said, 'You'll have to wait and see.'
Meanwhile, fans have gone as far as breaking down trailers frame by frame, looking for anyone who even remotely resembles V. So far, nothing solid, but the theories keep rolling in. Why Squid Game Season 3 Episode 3 might be the one to watch
If V does appear, fans believe Episode 3 is the most likely spot. That's when several new characters are introduced, including a fresh group of masked enforcers and a new inner circle of the game's organisers. Some fans also point out that V once posted '27 v2' on Instagram, which could match the Season 3 premiere date: June 27.
Even if it turns out to be nothing, the possibility has given ARMYs something extra to look forward to as they wait for V's full return to music and entertainment after his enlistment.
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