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On December 24, 2024, fans of the K-drama When the Phone Rings flooded social media with excitement over a cleverly designed poster. This latest discovery encapsulates the intricate storytelling of the series. It features the leads, Hong Hee-joo (Chae Soo-bin) and Baek Sa-eon (Yoo Yeon-seok), positioned within a clock motif, with their shadows cast at the 10 o'clock mark.
This subtle detail perfectly mirrors the nightly 10 pm calls between the characters, a recurring theme that drives the narrative.
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What fans found particularly impressive was the seamless connection between this imagery and the mysterious phone number, "406," which is central to the story. Observant viewers pointed out how the sum of the digits (4+0+6) equals 10, further highlighting the significance of 10 pm in the plot. An X user, @anisyuhadah_, wrote:
"the details in this drama in a way made me feel stupid"
Others also joined in and praised the production team for their meticulous attention to detail.
"the production never fails to amaze me with how detailed they are," an X user wrote.
"Wait you’re blowing my mind rn. I just thought this was some silly poster," another fan commented.
"Mind-blowing how every detail connects with the storyline," an X user mentioned.
"The poster is simple so someone who haven't watched will not get it, like many of us when we actually started watching. The details of WTPR are," another person remarked.
Some also commented on how even the characters' shadows in the poster of When the Phone Rings depict a hug that symbolizes their unspoken bond during those nightly calls.
"Maybe I’m too late but it was mind blowing for me yesterday when I read the explanation of the major poster: they are back to back on it but their shadows are hugging each other," a fan added.
"Never actually thought like this... The detail," an X user mentioned.
"I loveeeee this. Every other day we discover something new about it," an X user wrote.
More about other details fans noticed in When the Phone Rings
This isn't the first time When the Phone Rings has left fans in awe of its subtleties. From Baek Sa-eon never letting his phone battery drop below 80% after Hong Hee-joo's kidnapping to his wallpaper symbolizing a childhood memory with Hee-joo, the drama continues to weave emotional depth into its storytelling.
Fans also highlighted Sa-eon's small but meaningful gestures. This includes him drinking from the exact spot on Hee-joo's glass where her lipstick mark remained and always wearing his wedding ring despite the strains in their relationship.
When the Phone Rings, which premiered on November 22, 2024, has been a blend of romance, suspense, and symbolism, earning a spot in Netflix's global top five rankings. The plot follows Hee-joo and Sa-eon, whose arranged marriage evolves from emotional detachment to a deep, heartfelt connection.
Alongside their developing relationship, When the Phone Rings delve into Sa-eon's search for a mysterious kidnapper linked to his past, adding layers of intrigue. In addition, fans have praised the series for exploring love, vulnerability, and transformation, eagerly awaiting the story to unfold.
The 12-episode series, When the Phone Rings airs on Netflix every Friday and Saturday at 10 pm KST.
