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GMA Network
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Kim Young Kwang, Chae Soo Bin to star in new drama 'Take Charge of My Heart'
Kim Young Kwang and Chae Soo Bin are set to star in a new Netflix romantic comedy series. Titled 'Take Charge of My Heart,' the show is 'about a man whose artificial heart is running out of battery and a woman who has the power to recharge him,' according to the streaming giant. Kim Young Kwang will play Baek Ho Rang, a gifted businessman who is a strong candidate to be a company leader, but keeps his artificial heart a secret. Chae Soo Bin plays Na Bo Bae, a screenwriter with a deadline to finish a romance screenplay before her contract expires. She was struck by lightning as a child and has electrical currents coursing through her body. The two meet, with Na Bo Bae having the ability to recharge Baek Ho Rang's battery. He offers her a contract, whereas she sees this as a love life opportunity. Kim Young Kwang is known for acting in the shows 'Pinocchio,' 'The Guardians,' 'The Secret Life of My Secretary,' and 'Call It Love.' Meanwhile, Chae Soo Bin is known for 'The Rebel,' 'Strongest Deliveryman,' 'Where Stars Land,' and 'When the Phone Rings.' —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Charge Me Up: Chae Soo Bin and Kim Young Kwang's steamy fantasy romance drama confirms OTT release
A brand new fantasy romance K-drama is in the making. Chae Soo Bin and Kim Young Kwang were reported to lead upcoming series Charge Me Up in April 2025. As per the latest updates by K-media outlet My Daily on July 9, the production team has locked in the release platform. The deal has been finalized with an OTT giant, leading us one step closer to the show's premiere. Chae Soo Bin and Kim Young Kwang's Charge Me Up is set for OTT release The upcoming webtoon-based series Charge Me Up will be jointly produced by Newpoint, an affiliate of NEW and Why Not Media. Recently, they have completed their contract with the OTT giant Netflix and finalized it as the official platform for airing the series globally. However, the production date and other details haven't been out of wraps yet. It will be Chae Soo Bin 's 9th Netflix release following The Fabulous, When the Phone Rings, I'm not a robot and more. Kim Young Kwang is also a veteran of the platform with four of his shows already available for streaming in Netflix. Chae Soo Bin and Kim Young Kwang's characters in Charge Me Up Chae Soo Bin is set to take on the role of Na Bo Bae, a powerful influence in the life of the male lead of Charge Me Up. She possesses electrical powers, which will come to the aid of Baek Ho Rang (played by Kim Young Kwang). As his pacemaker's battery will get discharged, Na Bo Bae's superpowers will save him from a life-threatening situation. It will be interesting to see what turn their relationship takes after the unexpected incident brings them together. With both actors having previously proven themselves with their impressive, diverse roles, fans are eagerly waiting to see them share screen space for the first time. Chae Soo Bin and Kim Young Kwang's latest projects Chae Soo Bin was last seen in the Netflix drama When the Phone Rings. She starred as the wife of a chaebol heir (played by Yoon Yeon Seok), who pretended to be mute for a personal reason. Her stellar acting through sign language earned critical acclaim. Kim Young Kwang was last seen in the supporting role of Kang Chul in The Haunted Palace.
Indian Express
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Siddhant Chaturvedi, Chae Soo Bin's snuggly BTS moments from new ad go viral; fans call it ‘chutney meets kimchi'
Siddhant Chaturvedi gave us a peek into a Bollywood-K-drama crossover way before it could actually happen for real. The actor recently teamed up with Korean star Chae Soo Bin for a Crocs ad, and their crackling chemistry had the internet buzzing in no time. Now, he's taken fans behind the scenes of the same shoot by dropping a bunch of pictures on Instagram. He even cheekily asked fans what title they'd give if this was a movie. Chae Soo Bin's popularity among Indian fans is no secret either, the actor is known for her Netflix K-dramas, with her latest, When the Phone Rings, topping global charts. Also read: Siddhant Chaturvedi romances When the Phone Rings star Chae So Bin in new video, fans react: 'K-drama meets Mumbai rains' On June 26, the Gehraiyaan actor uploaded over 15 photos from the sets of the Crocs ad. In the pics, the pair is seen sporting quirky Crocs, serving serious rom-com energy, with Siddhant even channelling K-drama CEO vibes. They danced, twirled around, and walked hand-in-hand, looking quite comfortable with each other. In a few shots, it even looked like they were giving each other pose cues, and that's how we got a bunch of candid, behind-the-scenes snaps, perfectly suiting Mumbai's rainy weather. 'What'd be the title if this was a movie?' Siddhant teased in the caption, and fans didn't disappoint. Suggestions ranged from 'Chutney Meets Kimchi' to 'Chings & Chutney,' 'Tu Ramen Main Masala,' 'Desi Seoulmates,' 'Paan Asian,' and more. Earlier, it was reported that Chae Soo Bin had flown to Mumbai for an undisclosed project, but the collaboration wasn't made public until Crocs Japan, who shot the ad, uploaded it on their official social media handle. Minutes later, Indian fans swarmed the comments by the thousands, buzzing with excitement over the surprise collab. The commercial showed the two romancing in the rain with umbrellas, complete with classic accidental run-ins and every romance cliché Bollywood and K-dramas are known for. A post shared by Siddhant Chaturvedi (@siddhantchaturvedi) Also read: Netflix's new Korean movie, slammed for cultural plagiarism, tops global chart with 96% Rotten Tomatoes; beats 28 Years Later, Plane and more Chae Soo Bin debuted in 2014 with the K-drama My Dictator but got her breakthrough with Love in the Moonlight, released in 2016. Slowly, her roles transitioned into leading-lady territory, and she headlined a number of hits like The Rebel, Strongest Deliveryman, I'm Not a Robot, The Fabulous, and more. In 2024, her thriller When the Phone Rings with co-star Yoo Yeon Seok made her a household name, with the show sitting in the Top 10 Non-English section for consecutive weeks. The actor is currently in talks to take the lead in Charge Me Up alongside Kim Young Kwang. Meanwhile, she's also starring in upcoming K-drama, Omniscient Reader, alongside Ahn Hyo Seop, Lee Min Ho, and others.
News18
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Siddhant Chaturvedi And Chae Soo Bin's Rainy Romance In Viral Ad Stuns Fans
Last Updated: Siddhant Chaturvedi and K-Drama star Chae Soo Bin feature in a romantic Crocs Japan ad, leaving fans stunned by their unexpected yet adorable chemistry. Watch now! In a year filled with cinematic surprises, one of the most delightful and unexpected collaborations of 2025 has just arrived—Bollywood star Siddhant Chaturvedi and Korean actress Chae Soo Bin sharing screen space in a newly released Crocs Japan commercial. The ad has taken the internet by storm, uniting desi film buffs and K-drama loyalists in shared excitement and awe over a crossover no one saw coming. The commercial is a heartwarming visual treat that feels straight out of a feel-good rom-com. It opens with Siddhant and Soo Bin crossing paths under a cloudy Tokyo sky. Their encounter starts with a misunderstanding—icy glares and awkward silence—but soon gives way to friendship as they stroll side by side in their Crocs. A playful rain shower sets the stage for a poetic connection, as their chemistry quietly unfolds, drenched in a shared moment of joy and surprise. The visual cues, the emotional beats, and the soft instrumental score have reminded many of iconic K-drama tropes with a dash of Bollywood soul. Clips from the ad have gone viral across platforms like X, Instagram, and TikTok, with fans expressing their disbelief and amusement at the pairing. One user wrote, 'Siddhant Chaturvedi and Chae Soo Bin? My multiverse just broke!" Another quipped, 'An Indian actor, a Korean actress, a Japanese brand—this is what globalization truly looks like." Reels and reaction videos have been pouring in, with netizens making memes, romantic edits, and even imagining full-fledged dramas starring the two. While the commercial was created for Crocs Japan, its emotional universality and cross-cultural casting have struck a deeper chord with audiences globally, signaling a rising trend in pan-Asian collaborations. Industry insiders speculate that this could open doors for more cross-border ad campaigns and even film projects between India and South Korea, especially with the booming popularity of Korean content in India and vice versa. For Siddhant Chaturvedi, this project adds another global feather to his cap. The actor, known for his breakout in Gully Boy and subsequent performances in Gehraiyaan and Phone Bhoot, has consistently been exploring unconventional scripts and roles. He will next be seen in Dhadak 2, alongside Triptii Dimri, a film that has already stirred discussion due to its sensitive themes. He also has Dil Ka Darwaza Khol Na Darling in the pipeline, which co-stars Wamiqa Gabbi and Jaya Bachchan, promising an ensemble-driven emotional drama. Chae Soo Bin, on the other hand, continues to make waves after her gripping performance in Netflix's When The Phone Rings, a psychological thriller that became a smash hit in Korea and abroad. Despite criticisms over its abrupt and divisive ending, her portrayal earned acclaim, and this new international campaign cements her growing popularity beyond South Korean shores. What makes this collaboration particularly heartening is the lack of gimmickry. The chemistry between the two actors is sincere and organic. With minimal dialogue and strong non-verbal cues, the ad tells a universal story of connection—an ode to chance meetings, awkward beginnings, and moments that bloom into something unexpectedly beautiful. While there's no official word on any further collaboration between Siddhant and Soo Bin, fans have already begun demanding a full-length film or K-drama featuring the duo. 'Give them a movie already! I didn't know I needed this pairing until now!" read one fan comment. First Published:
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What's Chae Soo Bin doing in Mumbai? When the Phone Rings star spotted filming on the streets — here's what we know
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 — surrounded by her entourage — 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 high-octane fantasy-action film — 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. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
