The production of MBC's hit K-drama When the Phone Rings is once again facing delays due to the ongoing political unrest in South Korea. Episodes 5 and 6, originally set to air on December 6 and 7, were postponed following the impeachment vote against President Yoon Suk Yeol. Fans are now left wondering if more delays are imminent.
The delays stem from South Korea's political crisis, which reached a boiling point last week with President Yoon Suk Yeol's controversial declaration of martial law, citing threats from North Korea and internal political opposition. The declaration led to mass protests and forced the president to backtrack. The chaotic situation has affected various industries, including entertainment, where several shows and events have been postponed.
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Despite fans' anticipation, the airing of When the Phone Rings, starring Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin, was delayed, with MBC opting to air special reports instead. While the network released BTS clips and teasers to ease the disappointment, the ongoing political turmoil has created more uncertainty about the drama's schedule.
MBC previously announced that the show would be put on hold on December 14 and 20 for special broadcasts, including a documentary about Nobel Prize-winning author Han Kang. As a result, When the Phone Rings could face additional disruptions, with speculation that two episodes might air back-to-back on December 13 to compensate for the delays.
With the impeachment vote scheduled for December 14, it's unclear whether the new episodes will be rescheduled once again. Fans have expressed frustration online, criticizing the crisis management of both the network and the government. Many are humorously speculating that Yoo Yeon Seok’s character, a presidential spokesperson in the drama, must be too preoccupied with political duties to appear on-screen.
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