Siddhant Chaturvedi Makes Korean Media Debut in Quirky Crocs Japan Ad, Sparks Mixed Reactions

Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has stepped into the Korean media spotlight with his latest appearance in an ad campaign for Crocs Japan. Featuring alongside popular K-drama actress Chae Soo-bin, the ad has quickly drawn attention for its unusual yet endearing blend of cultures — and left fans both charmed and puzzled.

Set against a rain-soaked backdrop, the advertisement follows a whimsical storyline where Chae Soo-bin is splashed by a passing car, only to discover that the driver, played by Chaturvedi, is stranded with a flat tyre. She offers him an umbrella, and the pair take a flirty stroll that ends with her cheekily returning the splash — a quirky, visual nod to classic romantic tropes.

“The vibe is vaguely Bollywood monsoon romance meets Korean whimsy — except it’s not quite either. And fans are loving the awkward charm of it all.” Comments on social media have been quick to highlight the unusual pairing. One user wrote, “Korean actress Chae Soobin with Indian actor Siddhant Chaturvedi filmed in India for a Crocs Japan ad… what kind of crossover is this.” Another added, “I can’t tell if I like or dislike Siddhant Chaturvedi in this Korean style rom com but I think he should be the first actor from India to headline a K show (which is not an Ekta Kapoor show) ????‍????‍↔️.”

However, not all reactions have been positive. Some viewers were taken aback by the apparent visual treatment of Chaturvedi in the ad. “Korean team had whitewashed him for this ad to blend,” one social media user pointed out. Another remarked, “How much whitening has to be done to be in this ad lol.” Perhaps most scathing was the reaction: “This looks so AI-generated help.”

Despite the mixed feedback, the collaboration signals a broader movement within the entertainment industry. With K-pop and K-dramas continuing to shape global culture, cross-border projects like these are becoming increasingly common. “From Tom Cruise hanging with BTS' Jin to Jackson Wang collaborating with Diljit Dosanjh, the East-meets-West formula is alive and thriving.”

As for whether this marks the beginning of Siddhant Chaturvedi’s foray into Korean entertainment or simply a fleeting campaign experiment, only time will tell. Still, one thing is clear — “fans are watching — even if they’re not sure why.”