I prefer this less intense version of myself.

In contrast, T.O.P has faced a less welcoming response.

In 2016, he was convicted of smoking marijuana at his home and sentenced to two years of probation.

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That same year, T.O.P responded to a fans comment saying dont come back, with Yes!

I dont plan to either.

Go look at animal pictures, hinting at his retirement.

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In February of the following year, he declared, I dont plan to make a comeback in Korea.

So, when T.O.P appeared in the preview forSquid Game 2, the publics reaction was frosty.

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