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MBC has unveiled a sneak peek of episode 7 of When the Phone Rings, on December 19, 2024, through their social media platforms, sparking excitement among fans. The preview featured an exchange of texts between the leads, Baek Sa-eon played by Yoo Yeon-seok, and Hong Hee-joo played by Chae Soo-bin.
Hee-joo, recovering in the hospital after her fall in episode 6, exchanged a series of texts with Sa-eon, who tried to fulfill her cravings but rejected each due to her dietary restrictions. The clip ended with Sa-eon, tossing his phone aside before speeding toward the hospital, after receiving Hee-joo's message asking when he would arrive.
For fans, the preview highlighted the sweet yet comedic dynamic between Hee-joo and Sa-eon as playful banter shifted to heartfelt concern. They were quick to label Sa-eon as "whipped," humorously pointing out his unwavering dedication to Hee-joo. One fan wrote on X:
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"bro forbid his wife from eating what she wants coz it's too spicy, greasy, could raise blood sugar, but hits the accelerator rush to the hospital just bcz heejoo sent him a message 'when are u coming?' why is this loser is so whipped?🤭"
"Not him flying because she just asked "when are you coming" ???" commented another fan.
"He accelerated his car when he saw his wife's msg asking for him 😭 Everyone make a way to the loser husband" said another user on X.
"He will show his sincerity and affection with action rather than words, as soon as he read her msg he didn't wait any longer to reach her," pone fan said.
"Make way for Sa Eon's car 🚙!! It's an emergency. Hee Ju is hungry," another fan said.
Social media has been buzzing with reactions, with viewers eagerly awaiting the next episode of When the Phone Rings to see how their relationship unfolds.
"oh look at him pressing on that gas pedal hard just to get to her fast 🤭 just because Heejoo asked when he's gonna come" mentioned a netizen.
"Breaking news - Sa eon breaking all speed limits reason behind this is his wife's only one question "when are you coming"" one fan said.
"He declined everything she wanted to eat 😂 But when she asked him "When are you coming?" The moment he saw the message he's driving fast so that he could reach the hospital asap 🥹" another user on X said.
"WHY?! WHY?! WHY THEY'RE LOOK SO CUTE TOGATHER?!And why does the time until tomorrow feel so long? Can I borrow Doraemon's time machine for a moment, please? 😭 " added another individual on X.
Sweet banter turns to concern: Sa-eon races to Hee-joo in When the Phone Rings rings episode 7 preview
The pre-release clip of When the Phone Rings, by MBC, on December 19, begins with Hee-joo recovering, on the hospital bed after her fall in episode 6. While resting, she receives a message and she sits up to see the message is from Sa-eon asking:
"I'm coming now. Do you need anything?"
The conversation that follows shows Sa-eon trying to cater to Hee-joo's cravings, only to reject each suggestion due to her dietary restrictions. The humorous back-and-forth ends with Hee-joo silently pouting and thinking,
"If I can't have everything, then why are you even asking?"
However, the mood shifts abruptly when Hee-joo hears the wail of an ambulance outside the hospital. Growing anxious, she quickly sends Sa-eon a message.
"When are you going to be here?"
The scene cuts to Sa-eon stuck at a red light. As he reads the message, he hurriedly tosses his phone aside and impatiently looks at the traffic light. As soon as the light turns green, he speeds toward the hospital determined to reach her as quickly as possible.
The preview of When the Phone Rings's upcoming episode hints at a blend of emotional revelations and urgency, leaving viewers curious about Sa-eon’s reaction and the next turn in Hee-joo’s recovery journey.
A brief synopsis of When the Phone Rings
When the Phone Rings (Korean: 지금 거신 전화는) is a gripping South Korean drama that premiered on MBC TV on November 22, 2024. Airing every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM (KST), it is also available for streaming on Netflix in select regions.
The series is based on the web novel The Number You Have Dialed by Geon Eomul Nyeo and explores the unraveling of a seemingly perfect marriage, thrown into chaos by an unexpected and extraordinary event. The drama is penned by Kim Ji-woon and directed by Park Sang-woo and Wi Deuk-gyu.
When the Phone Rings stars Yoo Yeon-seok as Baek Sa-eon, South Korea's youngest-ever presidential spokesman, and Chae Soo-bin as his wife, Hong Hui-ju, a mute sign language interpreter. Their relationship dynamic, arranged and emotionally distant, is challenged when he receives a threatening phone call, leading to a journey of unraveling secrets and confronting hidden truths.
Episodes 7 and 8 of When the Phone Rings are set to air on December 20 and 21, 2024. Following their television broadcast, the episodes will be available for streaming on Netflix.
