Ahead of When the Phone Rings episodes 5 & 6 release, conspiracy theories leave fans stunned—read here

If you're a K-drama fan, chances are you're barely surviving through the week desperately waiting for a new When the Phone Rings episode. The K-drama is being broadcast on MBC TV in South Korea, and international fans can catch their new favourite couple, Yoon Yeo Seok and Chae Soo Bin, on Netflix, with fresh episodes releasing every Friday and Saturday.?

However, due to the current political unrest in the country, the release dates for episodes 5 and 6 of the mystery thriller have been rescheduled. Originally set to air on December 6-7, these episodes will now premiere next week, with episode 5 airing on Friday, December 13, and episode 6 on Saturday, December 14.

When the Phone Rings premiered on November 22, quickly hooking fans with its gripping mystery thriller plot.? With just 4 episodes out, the conspiracy theories are already piling up. And, if you're someone who has also been glued to their screen, trying to unravel the mystery until the release of new episodes, we are breaking down the startling conspiracy theories for you. Let's get started! (Warning: Spoiler Ahead)

About When the Phone Rings

When the Phone Rings is adapted from the popular webtoon The Number You Have Dialed. The story follows Baek Sa Eon ( Yoon Yeo Seok) and Hong Hui Ju (Chae Soo Bin), a mismatched duo who get into a contract marriage, complete with icy vibes and last-minute cold feet.

Three years into their marriage, they maintain their distance despite sharing the same roof. While Baek Sa Eon's high-profile yet risque job keeps him busy, his mute wife works as a sign language journalist. However, things take a wild turn when Hui Ju gets kidnapped and Sa Eon begins to receive mysterious phone calls from her kidnapper. As Sa Eon navigates ransom demands and cryptic clues, he uncovers secrets about his 'mute' wife that will change everything.

?When the Phone Rings Conspiracy Theory No. 1

The mystery surrounding the kidnapper who refers to Hui Ju as Eonnie (older sister) has left fans intrigued. One of the plots of the drama is to unveil the identity of the kidnapper. This has now become the centre of heated online discussions, sparking new conspiracy theories.

In episode 4 of the show, fans were introduced to a shocking plot twist: Baek Sa Eon is not the biological son of presidential candidate Baek Ui Yong and his wife, Shim Kyu Jin. This revelation has added another layer of mystery to the already gripping storyline.??

Amidst this, a new fan theory has left fans gasping for breath. It suggests that the kidnapper is the real Baek Sa Eon, meaning the biological son of Ui Yong and Kyun Jin. While fan theories are somewhat exaggerated, this one sounds rather believable, given the kidnapper's familiarity with family secrets that Yoon Yeo Seok's character has been guarding with his life.

?When the Phone Rings Conspiracy Theory No. 2

So, the second conspiracy theory goes like this: Reporter Jang Hyuk-jin could be the real kidnapper. His close friendship with Baek Sae On and his feisty nature with a knack for getting on Sae On's nerves have made him the potential candidate for the villain.

When the Phone Rings Conspiracy Theory No. 3

A third conspiracy suggests Baek Sae On's close aide Park Do Jae could be the man behind all the drama. Since he closely monitors Baek's all activities, he has easy access to all the information related to his life.

?Well, if true, this one sounds the most predictable out of all the three conspiracy theories.?That being said, these theories are just the brainchild of fans' wild imagination, and the show's storyline could end up taking a completely different route. It's a mystery thriller after all!

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