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Fans of MBC's When the Phone Rings are expressing mixed emotions as the drama nears its conclusion in the coming weeks.
The show, which has captivated viewers with its gripping storyline, is set to wrap up on January 4, 2025, with 12 episodes. Following this, MBC has announced the premiere of its new drama, Motel California set to debut shortly after on January 10.
As a result, the final episodes of When the Phone Rings will air weekly without any delays, creating a sense of bittersweet anticipation among viewers. While many are excited to see how the story concludes, there's a palpable reluctance to say goodbye to their favorite characters. One fan writes:
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"no waayyy.. january 4 is too fast"
"Good news with sad news at the same time🥺 dont want to say goodbye to baek saeon and hong heejoo," shared one fan.
"But sadly i dont wanna wtpr ends," commented an X user.
"Oh yeah, I just checked the calendar and found that ep 9 and 10 (27th, 28th) will air right before MBC's year-end shows (29th Entertainment, 30th Drama, 31st Gayo) so there won't be any clashes," said another fan.
Many fans also expressed excitement that the show will air without any further delays.
"FRIDAY COME FASTERRRR #WhenThePhoneRings" shares one viewer.
"Finally! I’m tired of waiting," added an X user.
Some fans have already started expressing their support for the next drama.
"NA IN WOO AND LE SEYOUNG gosh im seated," one comment on X read.
"1st teaser Motel California drama 🥺Cheon Yeon Soo & Kang Hee Btw this drama still will start broadcaat on January 10 ??" one netizen posted.
Motel California is set to premiere at the same timeslot as When the Phone Rings
When the Phone Rings (Korean: 지금 거신 전화는) is a gripping South Korean drama that weaves together mystery, suspense, and intense emotional dynamics. It is written by Kim Ji-woon and co-directed by Park Sang-woo and Wi Deuk-gyu. The series features a talented cast including Yoo Yeon-seok, Chae Soo-bin, Heo Nam-joon, and Jang Gyu-ri.
Premiering on MBC TV since November 22, 2024, the show When the Phone Rings airs on Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 pm (KST). When the Phone Rings is also available for streaming on Netflix in select regions.
The story of When The Phone Rings centers on Baek Sa-eon, a young and ambitious man from a powerful political family, who rises to become Korea's youngest presidential spokesman. Married to Hong Hee-ju, a woman who lost her voice in a childhood accident, their relationship is strained, based more on necessity than love.
However, their lives take a dramatic turn when start receiving threatening calls, uncovering a complex web of secrets, danger, and unforeseen emotional bonds.
Episodes 5 and 6 of When the Phone Rings, originally scheduled for December 6 and 7, 2024, were postponed. This change came after recent political developments in South Korea in regard to President Yoon Suk-yeol. The new air dates for these episodes are now set for December 13 and 14, 2024, at 9:50 PM (KST).
Meanwhile, Motel California (Korean: 모텔 캘리포니아) is an upcoming South Korean drama written by Lee Seo-yoon and directed by Kim Hyung-min. Starring Lee Se-young and Na In-woo, it is based on Shim Yoon-seo's novel Home, Bitter Home.
The drama is a romantic drama set in a rural town. It tells the story of a woman who grew up in a motel and returns to her hometown, where she reunites with her first love after 12 years.
The plot follows Kang-hee, who left her hometown 12 years ago in search of success and happiness. She reunites with her first love, Cheon Yeon-su, and faces the past she had long buried.
Kang-hee's family ran Motel California in a small rural village. Her mother had a mixed-race background, making Kang-hee the subject of gossip and judgment from the locals. This shaped her childhood, and she carried emotional scars from that time.
Though she loved her childhood friend, Cheon Yeon-su, she left for Seoul at 20 to pursue a career. Now an interior designer at the height of her success, Kang-hee decides to return to her hometown.
Cheon Yeon-su works as a veterinarian in the village. He has never loved anyone but Kang-hee, yet he faces pressure from the locals, who try to set him up with their daughters. To avoid awkward situations, he lets rumors swirl about an impending marriage to a fellow veterinarian. When Kang-hee returns after 12 years, their paths cross again, rekindling old feelings.
The series is set to premiere on MBC TV on January 10, 2025. It will air every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM (KST).
With Motel California set to air in the same timeslot as When the Phone Rings, the latter is expected to conclude by January 4, 2025.
