Dalgona Beanie

This Dalgona Beanie is decorated with the four iconic candy shapes from the Dalgona candy game from Netflix's Squid Game. Based on a traditional Korean street snack made of melted sugar and baking soda, Dalgona (or Ppopgi) candy is stamped with a shape, such as a circle, star, triangle, or umbrella. Players must carefully carve the shape out without breaking it. If they crack the shape even slightly, they're eliminated on the spot.

In the game, each contestant is asked to choose a shape without knowing the challenge. Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, picks the umbrella—one of the most difficult shapes. As the timer counts down, players frantically use needles to carve out their shapes. In a clever moment of desperation, Gi-hun realizes the candy melts slightly when licked and begins using his tongue to soften the edges, ultimately saving himself. This scene showcases the blend of creativity and survival instinct that defines the show.

The Squid Game Dalgona scene is packed with tension and emotion, as several characters fail and are eliminated in front of others. It highlights how a simple childhood game can become a life-or-death challenge. Since the show aired, the Dalgona challenge has gone viral on social media, with fans around the world trying to recreate the game using real candy.

The Dalgona game not only pays tribute to Korean culture but also emphasizes the psychological pressure placed on players. It has become one of the most talked-about scenes in the series and a standout moment in the show.