'Tu Ramen main Masala': Siddhant Chaturvedi and Chae Soo-bin's photo dump sparks a flood of desi-Korean rom-com title ideas
Now that the complete ad is out starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and South Korean star Chae Soo-bin, it's easy to see why it struck a chord ¡ª the commercial plays like a mini film, blending Bollywood drama with K-drama charm.
Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi recently offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at his new commercial with South Korean star Chae Soo-bin, and the internet quickly fell in love. On June 26, the Hindi film actor shared a carousel of photos from the shoot, sparking a huge wave of support and the hashtag #SidSoo trending.
The two were seen in a rainy-day TV campaign for Crocs India, and even before the full version dropped, the 30-second teaser had already created a buzz online. Now that the complete ad is out, it's easy to see why it struck a chord ¡ª the commercial plays like a mini film, blending Bollywood drama with K-drama charm in a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance set against a lush monsoon backdrop
Siddhant Chaturvedi want's movie title names
In the clip, Siddhant plays a stoic businessman, while Soo-bin brings the sunshine as his free-spirited, heart-on-her-sleeve counterpart. From stolen glances to shared umbrellas, every moment is soaked in soft romantic tension.
When Siddhant shared the photo dump on Instagram, he asked fans, "What would be the title if this was a movie?" - and fans did not disappoint. From titles like Tu Ramen Main Masala to When Kimchi Met Achar, the comments section was flooded with witty and creative suggestions.
Movie titles given by fans. Credit: Instagram|siddhantchaturvedi
Movie titles given by fans. Credit: Instagram|siddhantchaturvedi
Movie titles given by fans. Credit: Instagram|siddhantchaturvedi
Siddhant Chaturvedi and Chae Soobin's fashion
Beyond the storyline, fans are raving about the fashion. Soo-bin dons white Classic Platform Clogs adorned with delicate pink floral Jibbitz, while Siddhant sports the Black Classic Clogs with bold, metallic charms. But the scene-stealer? Soo-bin gifting Siddhant a Korean heart Jibbitz - no words, just quiet emotion.
The crossover we didn't know we needed
Fans are calling this "the crossover of the decade," with fancams, dreamy edits, and calls for a full-length film or K-drama pouring in. Whether it¡¯s the rain-soaked aesthetics or the surprisingly tender chemistry between #SidSoo, this collab has made one thing clear: Bollywood and K-drama make a dangerously romantic duo.
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Karen Noronha is a versatile journalist with a passion for sports and K-pop. With over 7 years of experience at publications like IBTimes UK, DNA, and OTTPlay/DesiMartini, she seamlessly transitions between covering global athletic events and the dynamic world of K-pop.
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