The drama “When the Phone Rings” sparked dating rumors between its stars, Chae Soo Bin and Yoo Yeon Seok, due to their strong on-screen chemistry. In a recent interview, Chae Soo Bin addressed these rumors and shared her thoughts on the audience’s reactions to their pairing.
Chae Soo Bin’s Response to Dating Speculation
Following the conclusion of “When the Phone Rings,” Chae Soo Bin participated in an interview on January 6 where she was asked about fans wanting her and Yoo Yeon Seok to date in real life. She responded by saying:
“As someone who often wishes for drama characters to end up together, I’m grateful for those reactions.”
This statement acknowledged the fans’ enthusiasm while maintaining a professional stance and avoiding any direct confirmation or denial of a romantic relationship.
Reflecting on Key Scenes and Audience Reactions
Chae Soo Bin also discussed the intense kiss scene between her character, Hong Hee Joo, and Yoo Yeon Seok’s character, Baek Sa Eon, in a later episode. She mentioned watching a video of international fans reacting to the scene with excitement, which she saw as proof of the actors’ success in conveying the emotions of the drama to a global audience.
She suggested that “the slightly cheesy lines” in the drama might have contributed to its resonance with international viewers. Regarding the more intimate scenes, she mentioned that she couldn’t join the rest of the cast to watch the final episode’s bed scene together but watched it alone, feeling nervous.
Thoughts on Winning the Best Couple Award
Chae Soo Bin also shared her feelings about winning the Best Couple Award with Yoo Yeon Seok at the 2024 MBC Drama Awards. She believes that the drama’s airing at the end of the year might have played a role in their win:
“Receiving it (the award) felt great. Since our drama aired later in the year, I think netizens gave us generous support.”
This suggests that the drama was still fresh in viewers’ minds during the awards season, contributing to their recognition.
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Credits: Netflix Korea, Sports Chosun, Yoo Yeon Seok