As 'The Haunted Palace' starring Yook Sung-jae and Kim Ji-yeon continues to capture hearts with its swoon-worthy romance, behind-the-scenes stills showcasing the actors' perfect chemistry have been released, drawing significant attention.
The SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'The Haunted Palace', written by Yoon Soo-jung and directed by Yoon Sung-sik, is a fantasy romantic comedy that intertwines the fate of a medium who refuses her destiny and a serpent spirit trapped in the body of her first love, facing off against a vengeful eight-foot-tall ghost, leading to a complex entanglement of body and soul. The intriguing premise of possession by a serpent spirit, combined with the actors' inspired character portrayals, intriguing palace mysteries, and the chilling presence of Korean-style ghosts, has led to a soaring viewership.
The romance between the serpent spirit Kang Chul (played by Yook Sung-jae) and the medium Yeori (played by Kim Ji-yeon) has started to heat up, further exciting the audience. Particularly in the latest episode, Kang Chul, who had been confused about his feelings of his heart racing, his gaze constantly drawn to Yeori, and even a desire to devour her, finally realizes that what he's experiencing is love, setting viewers' hearts aflutter.
Amidst this, the production team of 'The Haunted Palace' has released behind-the-scenes stills of the 'KangYeol couple', Yook Sung-jae and Kim Ji-yeon, capturing the attention of fans. The released stills show the two enjoying the filming set with comfort and affection, sharing conversations, monitoring scenes shoulder to shoulder, and even posing for playful selfies, highlighting their strong on-screen relationship and narrative. Their seamless chemistry, evident in these candid moments, has fans eagerly anticipating the sweet romance they will continue to portray.
Director Yoon Sung-sik previously stated, "The two actors, being long-time friends in real life, have been able to share their opinions openly and align their acting seamlessly. This natural rapport has translated beautifully on screen, resulting in fantastic chemistry. Their comedic interactions and sweet romance are indeed 'The Haunted Palace's secret weapons." Writer Yoon Soo-jung also commented, "The chemistry between the two actors is truly wonderful. I find myself wanting to see more of them together on screen. They are absolutely adorable," indicating that as the romantic storyline intensifies, the anticipation for Yook Sung-jae and Kim Ji-yeon's charming chemistry continues to grow.
Meanwhile, 'The Haunted Palace' is set to air its 7th episode on the upcoming Friday at 9:55 PM.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)