“Why you push Hae joo?”— Fans hilariously flood Choi Woo-jin’s Instagram after When the Phone Rings Episode 5 cliffhanger scene

Fans of When the Phone Rings have taken to Choi Woo-jin’s Instagram in droves following a mysterious scene in the latest episode. After the December 14 episode aired, viewers speculated about his character, Park Do-jae’s role in the unfolding mystery. Many left playful comments accusing Do-jae of being behind Hong Hee-joo’s (Chae Soo-bin) dramatic fall off a cliff during a retreat.

Some linked him to a subplot involving missing twins from an orphanage, believing Do-jae might be seeking revenge against Baek Sa-eon (Yoo Yeon-seok). Theories suggest his actions, including orchestrating the fall, could be part of a deeper plan connected to family conspiracies and long-held grudges.

Fans flocked to the actor's social media, asking his motive behind the mysterious push. A user commented,

"Why you push heejoo? btw ilove you so muchhhhhh," a user commented.

Fans comment on Choi Woo-jin's Instagram (Image via Instagram/@y.znn_3)

Fans flocked to the actor's social media, playfully urging him to admit to being the culprit.

Some jokingly asked Choi Woo-jin to reveal himself (Images via Instagram/ @priyanaidu3026, @haniyasaba67, dumpling__007)

Amid the humorous accusations, fans praised the actor’s looks, quipping that they could forgive him even if his character were the villain.

Netizens flocked to Choi Woo-jin's comments section post the recent episode (Images via Instagram/ @kdidays, imstaying_721)

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More about When the Phone Rings and its plot

When the Phone Rings weave a narrative centered around Baek Sa-eon (played by Yoo Yeon-seok), a young and ambitious presidential spokesperson from a powerful political family. His life takes an unexpected turn when he receives a menacing phone call from a mysterious kidnapper.

At the heart of the drama is Sa-eon’s complicated relationship with his wife, Hong Hee-joo (portrayed by Chae Soo-bin), a sign language interpreter with a painful past. Their marriage, built on convenience rather than love, begins to unravel as they confront personal and external challenges brought on by the threatening calls.

As the story unfolds, When the Phone Rings balances suspense and emotional depth. The sixth episode, in particular, intensifies the drama, as Hee-joo’s life is thrown into jeopardy during a company retreat. A seemingly innocent team activity ends in chaos when she is pushed off a platform, leaving her injured and isolated.

Baek Sa-eon’s desperate attempts to find her only heighten the tension, revealing his growing possessiveness and vulnerability. Adding to the intrigue is Sa-eon’s assistant, Park Do-jae, whose actions and mysterious past have sparked widespread speculation among fans.

When the Phone Rings hint at a dark subplot involving missing twin brothers from an orphanage, potentially linking Do-jae to a broader conspiracy tied to Sa-eon’s family. These layers of suspense and unresolved mysteries keep viewers hooked, with each episode offering new twists and deeper character revelations.

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When the Phone Rings has secured a spot in Netflix’s Top 5 non-English shows globally. The sixth episode achieved nationwide ratings of 6.9%, setting a new benchmark for the series.

The show airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 pm KST on MBC TV and is available for streaming on Netflix.