The latest Korean drama Can This Love Be Translated starring Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung has quickly gained global popularity for its emotional storytelling and striking visuals. However, the series is now making headlines for an unexpected reason — Indian viewers have noticed a scene that appears strikingly similar to a memorable moment from Shah Rukh Khan’s Bollywood film Fan.
In the drama, Go Youn Jung plays Cha Mu Hee, a talented actress on the rise. In the opening episode, Mu Hee is filming the final sequence of a horror movie when a tragic accident occurs. She loses her balance on a rooftop set and falls off the building. As she plunges downward, the night sky suddenly bursts into bright fireworks. The sequence ends with Mu Hee lying on the ground, staring up at the dazzling sky before the screen fades to black, leaving viewers stunned. The accident ultimately puts her in a coma for several months, setting the emotional tone for the series.
While international fans praised the dramatic cinematography of the scene, Indian audiences were quick to draw comparisons to the climax of Shah Rukh Khan’s 2016 film Fan. In that movie, SRK’s character is also shown falling from a tall building while fireworks explode in the sky, creating a visually identical moment that has now sparked debate online.
New Netflix K- Drama Series #CanThisLoveBeTranslated Released Recently Have Reference of #Fan Ending Scene.
Almost Exact Copy. pic.twitter.com/aeMyaCJnHf
— (@Worship_SRK) January 20, 2026
Social media users wasted no time sharing their observations. One fan posted, “The new Netflix K-drama #CanThisLoveBeTranslated has a reference to the #Fan ending scene. Almost an exact copy.” Another commented, “Scene-to-scene copy.” Some users even added broader commentary, pointing out that several of Shah Rukh Khan’s films such as Fan, Zero, Dunki, and Swades have found stronger appreciation overseas than in India.
The debate has ignited discussions on originality, inspiration, and cinematic influence across industries. While no official statement has been made by the makers of the K-drama, the viral comparison has only increased curiosity around the show.
Directed by Yoo Young Eun, Can This Love Be Translated explores the relationship between a multilingual interpreter and a celebrated actress navigating love, ambition, and personal struggle. Alongside Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung, the series also features Sota Fukushi, Choi Woo Sung, and Lee Yi Dam in prominent roles.
Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is preparing for his next big-screen outing King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film stars Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone in lead roles, with Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, and Rani Mukherji in supporting parts. King is set for a theatrical release on December 25, 2026.
Whether coincidence or creative inspiration, the viral comparison has once again proven Shah Rukh Khan’s global influence — now reaching even the world of K-dramas.
