What¡¯s Chae Soo Bin doing in Mumbai? When the Phone Rings star spotted filming on the streets ¡ª here¡¯s what we know
South Korean actress Chae Soo Bin was recently spotted filming on the rain-soaked streets of Mumbai, much to the surprise ¡ª and delight ¡ª of Desi K-drama fans. The clips quickly went viral, sparking a wave of speculation online. Scroll ahead to find out what brought the beloved K-drama actress to India.
Chae Soo Bin, the South Korean actress who stole hearts in When the Phone Rings and basically had the entire K-drama fandom in a chokehold, is currently in Mumbai, India, and naturally, no one saw it coming. Desi K-drama fans are shocked (in the best way possible) after spotting her in now-viral videos, casually shooting a scene on the rain-drenched streets of Mumbai like it¡¯s no big deal.
As of now, the internet is in detective mode, trying to figure out why the beloved K-drama star is halfway across the world, looking flawless under gloomy monsoon Mumbai skies. Is it a drama or a movie? A secret Bollywood project? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Scroll ahead to know why.
Chae Soo Bin spotted shooting in Mumbai
A few clips of Chae Soo Bin filming on the rain-soaked streets of Mumbai ¡ª surrounded by her entourage ¡ª have taken over social media. The ever-stunning South Korean star is seen rocking a white top, black and white knitted cardigan, and a grey mini skirt, effortlessly pulling off a youthful, fresh look that fans can¡¯t stop gushing over. In one moment, she flashes a warm smile at someone not visible in the video, while her team huddles around a sheet of paper, possibly going over a scene or sequence.
So why's Chae Soo Bin in India?
According to Namaste Hallyu, Chae Soo Bin is in India to shoot for none other than the footwear brand Crocs. Turns out this unexpected Mumbai trip is all about comfy kicks. And, it checks out as eagle-eyed fans have already noticed that the actress ditched her usual chic black heels for a pair of Crocs in the viral videos.
Fans were quick to storm the viral video with fun comments. One fan joked, "Wait, we are finally in the Hallyu map?" Another wrote, "So happy to see Indokorea collabs." Other fans couldn't stop gushing about her beauty, writing, "she's so pretty."
What's next for Chae Soo Bin?
While Chae Soo Bin is currently soaking up the Mumbai monsoon for her Crocs shoot, she¡¯s also got a major project lined up this summer. Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy ¡ª a high-octane fantasy-action film ¡ª is gearing up for a theatrical release in July 2025, and it¡¯s already generating major hype due to its star power.
Based on the wildly popular webtoon of the same name, the movie boasts a star-studded lineup featuring Lee Min Ho, Ahn Hyo Seop, BLACKPINK¡¯s Jisoo, Nana, and of course, Chae Soo Bin herself. With that kind of cast and source material, it¡¯s safe to say expectations are sky-high.
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As an Entertainment Content Writer with 3+ Years of experience, I have been keeping a keen eye on who wore what. A self confessed Koreaboo, I am your fangirl next door. Ps: I take pride in saying that I grew up watching "It's Controversial" as a kid.
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