Romance Heats Up in SBS’s ‘The Haunted Palace’ with Yook Sungjae and Kim Ji-yeon

Anticipation builds as the Friday-Saturday drama The Haunted Palace, aired by Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS), teases a captivating romantic turn between its leads Yook Sungjae and Kim Ji-yeon.

As the show approaches its seventh episode on June 9th, newly released stills hint at a significant shift in the dynamic between their characters. The usual playful banter gives way to an emotionally charged and intimate moment, capturing a scene where Yook Sungjae tenderly carries Kim Ji-yeon on his back.

Audiences are drawn to the unexpected vulnerability in Yook’s character, usually portrayed as immature and carefree, now transformed into a smitten bodyguard. His gentle expression and the way he cautiously supports Kim’s character convey both nervousness and affection, igniting a wave of excitement among fans.

This emotional pivot signifies a deeper turn in the plot, as Yook Sungjae’s character, an awakened Imoogi experiencing love for the first time in a millennium, begins to truly embrace his feelings. Their heartfelt eye contact further heightens the tension, with Yook’s intense but sincere gaze stripping away any trace of his character’s former darkness.

Meanwhile, Kim Ji-yeon’s character responds with a mix of embarrassment and unspoken emotion, hinting at a fragile yet growing connection. The evolving relationship, complicated further by the mysterious possession involving another character named Yoon Gap, adds layers of drama and intrigue to their budding romance.

Don’t miss the unfolding chemistry in The Haunted Palace, airing this Friday at 9:55 PM KST on SBS.