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Squid Game's most shocking moments with most intense and surprising moments

Netflix’s Squid Game has instantly become a global phenomenon, not just for its gripping storyline and unique concept, but for the brutal twists and emotional scenes that no one saw coming. Ahead of Squid Game Season 3 release, take a look at some of the most surprising plot twists.

June 25, 2025 / 01:02 IST
No one had imagined that a harmless children's game would turn into a bloodbath when contestants were gunned down for failing to follow the rules in time. Both the characters and the audience were taken aback by the unexpected gunfire, which completely destroyed any illusion of safety.
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No one had imagined that a harmless children's game would turn into a bloodbath when contestants were gunned down for failing to follow the rules in time. Both the characters and the audience were taken aback by the unexpected gunfire, which completely destroyed any illusion of safety.
Squid Game Season 1 Episode 6 was emotionally devastating. During the marble game, each player was made to pair up with someone they trusted. Ali partnered with Sang-woo, but in a cold and calculated move, Sang-woo tricked Ali, leading to his death.
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Squid Game Season 1 Episode 6 was emotionally devastating. During the marble game, each player was made to pair up with someone they trusted. Ali partnered with Sang-woo, but in a cold and calculated move, Sang-woo tricked Ali, leading to his death.
The Squid Game Season 1 finale was the most dramatic and shocking. No one had ever imagined that Oh Il-nam, or Player 001, appeared to be a frail, kind-hearted old man who simply wanted to enjoy his last days, would be the mastermind of the gripping game.
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The Squid Game Season 1 finale was the most dramatic and shocking. No one had ever imagined that Oh Il-nam, or Player 001, appeared to be a frail, kind-hearted old man who simply wanted to enjoy his last days, would be the mastermind of the gripping game.
Gi-hun leads a bold rebellion, seizing weapons, fighting guards, and storming the control room in the last few episodes of Season 2. In a shocking moment, Jung-bae, a loyal friend to the end, is executed right before Gi-hun’s eyes.
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Gi-hun leads a bold rebellion, seizing weapons, fighting guards, and storming the control room in the last few episodes of Season 2. In a shocking moment, Jung-bae, a loyal friend to the end, is executed right before Gi-hun’s eyes.
The seemingly kind and soft-spoken Hwang In-ho effortlessly gained the trust of Gi-hun, the other players, and even the audience. His eventual reveal as the ruthless Front Man was a jaw-dropping twist that shattered all assumptions.
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The seemingly kind and soft-spoken Hwang In-ho effortlessly gained the trust of Gi-hun, the other players, and even the audience. His eventual reveal as the ruthless Front Man was a jaw-dropping twist that shattered all assumptions.
Entertainment desk
first published: Jun 25, 2025 01:02 am

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