Yoo Yeon-seok’s Billboard Triumph with ‘When the Phone Rings’ OST—His Reactions Is a Must-See!

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok’s unexpected Billboard success with an OST from ‘When the Phone Rings’ has fans buzzing, fueled by his playful reaction!

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok has stunned fans by entering the U.S. Billboard charts with an OST from the drama ‘When the Phone Rings’. On January 15, Stone Music Entertainment announced that Yoo’s self-performed track "Say My Name" from MBC’s ‘When the Phone Rings’ debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart, a major global achievement.

Yoo Yeon-seok, clearly just as surprised as his fans, shared a screenshot of the chart on his Instagram Stories with the caption, "What is happening? LOL". But he didn’t stop there—he followed up with the OST’s cover photo alongside a clever twist on one of his own iconic lines from the drama: "Tell me how I’m supposed to stay calm," riffing off the original heartfelt line, "Tell me how not to love you," which had brought fans to tears during a pivotal scene.

Fans couldn’t get enough of Yoo’s sense of humor, praising his playful reaction and creativity. Social media lit up with fans sharing the posts and celebrating the unexpected but well-deserved Billboard success.

Beyond performing "Say My Name", Yoo Yeon-seok also contributed to its lyrics, highlighting his deeper connection to the project. The actor reportedly suggested incorporating the word “sunset”, a key symbol in the drama, into the lyrics, making the song even more meaningful for fans.

‘When the Phone Rings’, a secret romance thriller starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Chae Soo-bin, captivated audiences with its gripping plot about a couple locked in a strategic marriage that begins with a blackmail call. The series dominated Netflix’s Top 10 Non-English TV Shows across 78 countries and garnered immense love both domestically and internationally.

Even after the drama’s finale on January 4, its OSTs continue to shine. Just days before, BTOB’s Im Hyun-sik’s "See The Light" also charted on Billboard. With ‘When the Phone Rings’ and its music creating a lasting impact, Yoo Yeon-seok’s Billboard debut has become yet another moment for fans to celebrate.

From heartfelt drama scenes to unexpected Billboard success, Yoo Yeon-seok proves he’s not just an actor but a multi-talented artist with global appeal. With the overwhelming support from fans both in Korea and abroad, Yoo Yeon-seok will hold his 2025 fan meeting, ‘The Secret Code: Y’, on January 18, 2025, at 6 PM KST at Donghae Arts Center, Kwangwoon University.