{"id":46543,"date":"2025-05-14T12:00:57","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T04:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.viu.com\/ott\/viuscene\/?p=46543&preview=true&preview_id=46543"},"modified":"2025-05-14T11:35:37","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T03:35:37","slug":"ghosts-gods-love-k-drama-the-haunted-palace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.viu.com\/ott\/viuscene\/ghosts-gods-love-k-drama-the-haunted-palace\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018The Haunted Palace\u2019: A Spellbinding Mix of History, Ghosts & Romance"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Looking for a K-<\/strong><\/a><\/span>drama<\/strong><\/a> that blends royal intrigue, supernatural thrills, and laugh-out-loud moments? <\/span>The Haunted Palace<\/b><\/a>, one of 2025\u2019s most anticipated sageuk <\/span>K dramas, is now streaming on <\/span>Viu<\/b><\/a>! Starring <\/span>Yook Sung-jae<\/b> (Goblin\/ Guardian: The Lonely and Great God), <\/span>Bona<\/b> (Joseon Attorney: A Morality), <\/span>Shin Seul-ki<\/b> (Pyramid Game) and <\/span>Kim Ji-hoon<\/b> (<\/span>Flower of Evil<\/span><\/i>), this show delivers a perfect cocktail of fantasy, humor, and heart.<\/span><\/p>

What\u2019s <\/span>The Haunted Palace<\/span><\/i> About?<\/span><\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In a fictional Joseon-era kingdom, <\/span>Yoon Gap (Yook Sung-jae)<\/b> is a loyal royal scribe tasked with saving the king\u2019s heir from a mysterious illness. Desperate, he seeks out <\/span>Yeo Ri (Bona)<\/b>, his childhood friend who abandoned her shamanic destiny to become a glass artisan. But when Yoon Gap is killed and possessed by <\/span>Kang Chul<\/b>\u2014a fallen deity with a hatred for humanity\u2014Yeo Ri must embrace her powers to free him.<\/span><\/p>

Together, they navigate:<\/span><\/p>

Ghostly threats<\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\"Yook<\/p>

Vengeful spirits haunting the palace, including an eight-foot-tall Ghost with a grudge against the royal family.<\/span><\/p>

Political schemes<\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\"Yook<\/p>

Corrupt officials and a reformist king Lee Seong (<\/span>Kim Ji-hoon<\/b>) fighting to protect his throne.<\/span><\/p>

Forbidden chemistry<\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\"Yook<\/p>

Yeo Ri\u2019s growing bond with Kang Chul, who struggles with unexpected human emotions.<\/span><\/p>

Why This K-Drama Stands Out<\/span><\/h4>

Yook Sung-jae\u2019s Dual Role<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>

\"Yook<\/p>

He shines as both the noble Yoon Gap and the sarcastic, god-like Kang Chul, switching seamlessly between charm and menace.<\/span>
<\/span>Bona\u2019s Breakthrough Performance<\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\"Kim<\/p>

Her portrayal of a reluctant shaman balancing strength and vulnerability has fans calling it her “best role yet”.<\/span>
<\/span>Unique Genre Blend<\/b>: <\/span><\/p>

\"Yook<\/p>

Think <\/span>Goblin<\/span><\/i> meets <\/span>Mr. Queen<\/span><\/i>\u2014historical drama meets supernatural comedy with a dash of political suspense.<\/span><\/p>

Fan Reviews<\/b>:<\/span>
<\/span>“The chemistry between Bona and Yook Sung-jae is electric! I laughed, gasped, and cried all in one episode.”<\/span><\/i><\/p>

\"Yook<\/span>“Kim Ji-hoon as the tortured king? Perfection. This show deserves all the hype!”<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Quick Q&A of \u2018The Haunted Palace\u2019<\/span><\/h4>

When did <\/b>The Haunted Palace<\/i><\/b> release?<\/b><\/p>

\"Yook<\/b>April 18, 2025. New episodes air every Friday and Saturday at 22:00 (KST) on <\/span>Viu<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

How many episodes are there?<\/b>
<\/b>16 episodes, each 70 minutes long\u2014perfect for a weekend binge!<\/span><\/p>

Is it worth watching?<\/b>
<\/b>Absolutely! With its mix of <\/span>fantasy and\u00a0romantic\u00a0comedy<\/b><\/a>, it\u2019s ideal for fans of shows like <\/span>Way back love<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>The Witch<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>

Where can I watch it?<\/b>
<\/b>On <\/span>Viu<\/b>! Stream in HD with subtitles in English, Chinese, Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, and Thai.<\/span><\/p>

Love K-Dramas? Get Free HD Wallpapers!<\/span><\/h4>

\"Viu<\/a><\/p>

Refresh your devices with <\/span>exclusive HD wallpapers<\/b><\/a> from popular <\/span>Viu Originals<\/b><\/a> like <\/span>Lovely Runner<\/span><\/i><\/a>, <\/span>Family by Choice<\/span><\/i><\/a>, and <\/span>The Witch<\/span><\/i><\/a>. New designs drop weekly!<\/span><\/p>

Don\u2019t Miss the Magic\u2014Stream Now!<\/span><\/h4>

Ready for a drama where ghosts scheme, gods fall in love, and palaces hide deadly secrets? <\/span>Sign up on Viu today<\/b><\/a> and start watching <\/span>The Haunted Palace<\/span><\/i> in stunning HD.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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