"He flew by her push" — Fans react to Chae Soo-bin's playful attack on Yoo Yeon-suk in 'When The Phone Rings' behind-the-scenes

Chae Soo-bin and Yoo Yeon-seok, the stars of Netflix’s thrilling K-drama When The Phone Rings, captured fans’ hearts with their wholesome behind-the-scenes interactions. In the MBC drama's behind-the-scenes footage, fans couldn’t help but laugh as Chae Soo-bin jokingly "attacked" Yoo Yeon-seok, showcasing their playful friendship.

The two stars were observed sharing an easygoing camaraderie, with Soo-bin frequently making playful jabs—both verbal and physical—at her co-star whenever he teases her or makes her laugh. Fans noted this hilarious habit of Soo-bin “lightly hitting” Yeon-seok during bloopers, which only added to their bond.

Many commented on social media how this lighthearted dynamic mirrors their professional connection, making their on-screen performances in When The Phone Rings even more authentic.

Fans flooded social media with reactions to both the drama and the behind-the-scenes clips. One fan noted that Yoo Yeon-seok almost "flew" away after Chae Soo-bin playfully hit him during a conversation.

"He flew by her push," they wrote.

Fans underscored how Yoo Yeon-seok didn't have any resistance whenever he was pushed by Chae Soo-bin. Some recalled the duo's appearance in SBS' variety show Whenever I Get a Chance, hosted by Yoo Jae-suk, who teased Yeon-suk for being physically weak despite being a man.

"And he put zero resistance to her pushing. He is like melting and falling to the ground," one fan wrote.

"I remember Yoo Jaesuk saying 'if you play a King role you will be a sickly king' indicating how weak he is," another fan joked.

"The way he was thrown off camera at the last clip," one other fan said.

Others amusingly highlighted how Chae Soo-bin's love language was both "physical touch and physical attack."

"And the physical attack is so damn strong bro got yeeted away," a fan remarked.

"Soobin’s love language is physical touch and physical attack," another fan added.

"ijbol she pushed him so hard that he went out of the frame," one other fan shared.

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When The Phone Rings starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Chae Soo-bin captivates global audience with its plot

The K-drama revolves around Baek Sa-eon (played by Yoo Yeon-seok), a seemingly aloof lawyer, and Hong Hee-joo (played by Chae Soo-bin), his wife and a sign language interpreter. The couple marries out of convenience but soon finds their relationship tested by a mysterious phone call that upends their lives.

The plot thickens as Hee-joo, pretending to be mute due to a traumatic past, is caught in a threatening situation with a kidnapper. Misunderstandings and secrets begin to grow between the couple, with Hee-joo’s voice becoming a weapon of revenge as she manipulates Sa-eon into confronting his indifference.

In the first six episodes of When The Phone Rings, viewers see the unraveling of Sa-eon and Hee-joo’s strained marriage as their facade of civility begins to crumble. Sa-eon’s cold demeanor and Hee-joo’s hidden resentment come to the forefront following an attack by a mysterious figure.

A threatening call—believed to be from the kidnapper—forces them into a twisted game of manipulation and survival. As Sa-eon begins suspecting the motives of those around him, he is also forced to question his feelings for Hee-joo.

Meanwhile, Hee-joo, driven by anger and heartbreak, begins using the kidnapper’s phone to taunt Sa-eon, disguising her identity. The tension escalates as both characters confront not only external threats but also their internal emotional turmoil.

In the behind-the-scenes of When The Phone Rings, the cast has shown incredible dedication to their craft. Chae Soo-bin took the time to master sign language to portray Hee-joo authentically, earning praise from fans and production staff alike. Yoo Yeon-seok has fully embraced the complexities of Sa-eon’s character, portraying his emotional conflicts with precision.

Furthermore, the official X account @kdramahandle reported that the original webtoon of When The Phone Rings' sales increased by 15 times after the show started airing on Netflix.

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Fans eagerly awaiting the next developments can tune in to episode 7 on December 20, 2024, followed by episode 8 on December 21, 2024, on Netflix. With the stakes rising and the truth inching closer to the surface, the upcoming episodes of When The Phone Rings promise to deliver more suspense and emotional revelations.