Hey K-drama friends! Have you been watching When the Phone Rings?
Guess what? This romance thriller just hit its highest ratings ever!
The latest episode scored a nationwide rating of 7.0%. That’s HUGE! (Also, beating its previous record of 6.9% by a hair, but hey, a win’s a win, right? ). The show’s been killing it since it started, climbing from 5.5% and setting new records every week. Not bad for a drama halfway through its 12 episodes!
Oh, and it hasn’t been all smooth sailing. There were episode delays because of political events (ugh, real-world drama) and even some backlash over how sign language was shown. But despite it all, this show’s still standing strong.
The Global Glow-Up
It’s not just South Korea that’s obsessed, this drama is a worldwide sensation. Did you know:
- It ranked second globally on Netflix’s TV Show list in just two weeks.
- It’s topped charts in 33 countries and trended in 65 more.
- For THREE weeks, it stayed on Netflix’s Top 10 for non-English shows.
Like, how cool is that? Fans from both Western and Asian countries are raving about it. It’s proof that a good K-drama knows no borders!
What’s Making It So Addictive?
Let’s talk about why we can’t stop watching:
- The Plot: It’s the perfect mix of romance and thriller
- The Leads: Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin’s chemistry? Off The Charts.
- The Pace: With only 12 episodes, there’s no filler, just thrills.
- The Vibes: That blend of suspense and love? It’s a win for drama fans.
- The Source Material: Fun fact, the web novel it’s based on is now blowing up too!
This drama feels like a much-needed revival of melodramas. It’s proof that audiences still love a good mix of romance, tension, and heart-stopping moments.
With just a few episodes left, I can’t wait to see how this one wraps up. What about you? Are you hooked too?