In a surprising global collaboration, Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi and South Korean star Chae So Bin have teamed up for a dreamy footwear commercial that has taken the internet by storm. Shot in Mumbai, the ad features the duo in a picture-perfect rainy-day romance that blends classic Bollywood and K-drama tropes complete with umbrellas, chance encounters, and heartfelt glances.

The commercial, promoting Crocs, opens with Chae So Bin walking through a Mumbai monsoon under a white umbrella. Siddhant’s car splashes muddy water onto her pristine Crocs, prompting a sharp glare from the K-drama actress. Moments later, Siddhant is seen trying to fix his car, drenched and apologetic. Instead of walking away, Chae So Bin turns back and shields him with her umbrella cue the eye contact and soft smiles. It’s a meet-cute straight out of a romance drama, with a cross-cultural twist.

The ad, reportedly kept under wraps until its release, was first dropped by Crocs Japan with the caption, “Even rainy days are like love, let’s enjoy .” Fans were instantly captivated by the unexpected pairing. Social media erupted with excitement, with one fan commenting, “Korean actor × Indian actor × Japanese account × English song. What a collab.” Another added, “This is the closest to world peace we’ll ever get.”

Chae So Bin, best known for her roles in Love in the Moonlight, I’m Not a Robot, and Netflix’s When the Phone Rings, is a rising K-drama icon. Siddhant, known for Gully Boy, Gehraiyaan, and Phone Bhoot, brought Bollywood charm to the mix.

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Now, fans are already campaigning to see the duo in a full-fledged movie. For now, this unexpected Bollywood-K-drama crossover remains the most charming surprise of the season.