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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Haunted Palace ending explained: Everything felt complete, but fans still want season 2 of Yook Sung Jae, Kim Ji Yeon's drama
SBS's The Haunted Palace wrapped up its 16-episode run on June 7 with a finale that brought in the show's highest viewership rating to date. Blending fantasy, history, and romance, the drama starred Yook Sung Jae, Kim Ji Yeon (Bona), and Kim Ji Hoon in a story that captivated viewers both in Korea and internationally via Viki. Its final episode pulled in a nationwide average rating of 11.0 percent, according to Nielsen Korea, clinching the top spot in its time slot. The drama stood out not just for its unique take on Korean folklore and shamanism but for its emotional depth, well-crafted character arcs, and sharp performances, especially in its latter half. With a satisfying ending that still left the door open for more, fans are now eagerly asking, Will there be a season 2? What is The Haunted Palace about? At its core, The Haunted Palace is the story of Yeo Ri, a modern-day shaman who wants nothing to do with her fate. She becomes entangled with Gang Cheol, a thousand-year-old serpent spirit (imugi) who ends up possessing the body of her first love, Yoon Gap. As they team up to confront Palcheok Gwi, a vengeful ghost haunting the royal palace, things quickly spiral beyond a simple exorcism. The show explores themes like reincarnation, fate, guilt, and the pain of forgotten souls. But it also mixes in romance, politics, and humour, especially in the funny arguments between Gangcheori and the Emperor. As spirits and humans clash, the story shows that both good and bad exist in everyone, and every ghost and person has a story to tell. The Haunted Palace ending explained: Who lived, who died, and who returned The Haunted Palace episode 16 kicks off with chaos, as Gangcheori and the possessed King face off in a last-ditch attempt to stop the evil spirit from taking full control. After a dramatic series of fights, betrayals, and emotional goodbyes, Gangcheori unleashes his full power and sacrifices himself to destroy the ghost once and for all. The King and Yeo-ri wake up, but Gangcheori doesn't—at least not right away. In a touching twist, Gangcheori later returns, explaining that the Heavenly Sovereign gave him a choice between ascending or returning to Earth. He chose Earth, naturally, 'for Yeo-ri,' though he jokes about it. Life moves on: Yeo-ri's business flourishes, the King pushes forward with reforms, and Gangcheori becomes a slightly grumpy dad to their daughter, Ga-won, who inherited his lightning powers. The final scene shows the family setting off on another ghost-hunting job, hinting that the supernatural world still has unfinished business. It's a full-circle ending, filled with closure, but not without possibility for more. Why are fans calling for season 2? Despite its neatly wrapped conclusion, fans aren't ready to say goodbye. The Reddit thread for episodes 15 and 16 is filled with passionate posts asking for a second season. One viewer wrote, "I want Season Two and more of the bromance between the Emperor and Gangcheol!" Another praised Yook Sung-jae's performance, saying his portrayal of both Yoon Gap and Gangcheori showed just how far he's come as an actor. Kim Ji Hoon also earned widespread praise for his role as the complex and tormented king. Fans cited his performance as award-worthy, with one saying, "He really deserves to win one of those year-end acting awards." Others appreciated how the story managed to stay emotionally grounded despite its fantasy elements. "I was skeptical at first, thinking the ending might be tragic," one user said, "but I love how everything ended." Many also noted that the finale wasn't just good—it was one of the best they'd seen in a long time. As one comment put it, 'This show outperformed my expectations. The ending was one of the best K-drama endings I've ever seen.' "I hadn't watched any dramas in a couple of months and was debating cancelling my Viki subscription last weekend, but I watched the first episode of this on a whim and was immediately hooked. I'm now caught up for the last two episodes and wish I'd been watching from the start," wrote another user. Check out more comments in the Reddit thread below: For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
The Review Geek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
The Haunted Palace – K-drama Episode 16 Recap, Review & Ending Explained
Episode 16 Episode 16 of The Haunted Palace begins with the clash between Gangcheori and the possessed King. Gangcheori runs off after weakening the possessed King with talismans. Everyone regroups in a safe house. The Crown Prince is worried and Gangcheori cheers him up with the promise that he will personally save the King. This upsets Yeo-ri as she knows it means he will sacrifice himself. Her dream is to live an ordinary life just for a few days before they face reality. Gangcheori gives in and she sends him to bring Mrs. Yoon to them. How is the 8-foot ghost defeated? Unfortunately, it is a ploy to get Gangcheori away. When he returns, Yeo-ri is gone and he goes after her. Mrs. Yoon is worried and begs him to return safely In the palace, Head Eunuch Kim smuggles in Yeo-ri. With the help of Royal Guard Kim, they subdue the possessed King's men, including Assassin Jung. Yeo-ri confronts the possessed King and we see that she has been possessed by the fire grim reaper. A fight ensues between the two as the 8-foot ghost refuses to leave with the reaper. Pung-san offers his power and with it, the ghost kicks out the reaper. Before the ghost can kill her, Gangcheori shows up and attacks. As they hurl insults at each other, we learn why the ghost hates Gangcheori too. On that fateful night, Cheon had begged the heavens to help. And while Gangcheori had the power to help, he only focused on his ascension. At present, the ghost heavily injures Gangcheori and starts strangling Yeo-ri. Gangcheori looks sad and activates his pearl. He apologises for not helping and promises to save the dead. He unleashes his pearl completely and the ghost disappears. Yeo-ri and the King wake up but Gangcheori doesn't. Later, Yeo-ri performs the last rites of the Yongdam villagers. They all show up, led by the ghost who has turned back into Cheon. The King bows and accepts his sin of ignorance. He promises never to forget and to ensure no one else is exploited the way they were. Cheon hates that all he needed was a sincere apology. But it is enough and all the ghosts cross to the afterlife. What happens to Gangcheori? Ga-seop realises that Gangcheori's purpose from the beginning was to save the nation. However, this doesn't comfort Mrs. Yoon who berates Heaven for taking away her son twice. The King misses Gangcheori as well, realising that he was his only true companion. Yeo-ri scolds the imugi for breaking his promise of never leaving her side. But when they get ready to bury him, Gangcheori suddenly wakes up. Delighted, he hugs Yeo-ri and Mrs. Yoon. While hanging out with the King, Gangcheori reveals that he met the Heavenly Sovereign, who took pity on him and gave him a choice – to ascend to Heaven or to return to Earth. Gangcheori chose Earth but jokes that it was only for Yeo-ri. Does everyone get closure? With the 8-foot ghost gone, the devoured souls are freed. The Queen visits the King and hopes he finds happiness again. When she crosses over, the King feels her for a moment. Neop-deok hugs Yeo-ri and urges her to stay strong before passing on. Se-won and Pung-san try to escape. They are cornered and Pung-san guilt-trips Se-won into acting as bait. The soldiers arrest Se-won. Pung-san is in the clear but he is suddenly struck by lightning. He realises it is Gangcheori's curse before he dies. Choi Won-u is appointed as the Chief State Councillor and works on anti-slave reforms with the King and the Crown Prince. The Queen Mother atones to Ok-im. However, the drowned ghost refuses to cross over because she has gotten fond of Yeo-ri. Yeo-ri's optician business flourishes as she makes glasses and sunglasses for Choi Won-u and the King. In-seon tries to make amends with her but is still slightly jealous on learning that Yeo-ri is engaged to Gangcheori. As a farewell, Yeo-ri gives her a love talisman. The King and Gangcheori bicker as usual as they observe the common man and work on how they can ease their struggles. A few years later, we see that Yeo-ri and Gangcheori have a daughter, Ga-won. She has lightning powers as well and Mrs. Yoon is the only one who can demand order when Ga-won and Gangcheori bicker. At the end of The Haunted Palace Episode 16, Head Eunuch Kim arrives with the news of a supernatural incident. Gangcheori wants to be paid to deal with it and Kim only agrees to haggle for Ga-won's sake. Yeo-ri and Mrs. Yoon put an end to it as the former heads out with Gangcheori. The Episode Review And with The Haunted Palace Episode 16, this fun K-drama comes to an end. The finale is packed with action, (mini) betrayals, regret, redemption, romance and camaraderie. Along with the male leads, Bona gets a chance to be badass as well when Yeo-ri summons the grim reaper. Mrs. Yoon caring for Gangcheori and hugging him when he came back from the dead was quite a heartfelt moment. Pung-san getting his comeuppance in the form of a lightning bolt was hilarious, given how often he looked down on Gangcheori's powers. Also, shout out to little Oh Eun-seo, who is pretty much the South Korean Mckenna Grace at this point. We completely forgot about Yeo-ri's vision of having a family with Yoon Gap but turns out she was predicting her marriage with Gangcheori. However, the actual showdown between the gang and the ghost felt rushed. The reaper's superpower and the stakes involving Yeo-ri's death were forgotten quite quickly to finish the ghost's storyline. We don't see the King try and fight off the possession either. The emotional charge is quite low compared to the previous episode. Seems like the show ran out of fuel after such an exciting, rollercoaster of a ride. Previous Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
International Business Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- International Business Times
The Haunted Palace Episode 15 Spoilers: Gang Cheol and Yeo Ri Struggle to Escape Deadly Danger
The Haunted Palace spoilers for episode 15 have teased trouble for Gang Cheol and Yeo Ri as the newly released stills show them struggling to escape deadly danger. There is anxiety, tension, and crisis in the upcoming episode of this historical fantasy thriller drama. The production team has teased suspenseful moments with hints about what the viewers can expect in the new episode. Gang Cheol and Yeo Ri would go through a life-threatening experience after a terrifying pursuer begins to chase them. It wouldn't be easy for the onscreen couple to escape from this deadly danger. The newly released stills show them looking tense and wary as they try to hide and escape from the imminent threat that is chasing them. The images teased a crisis for the two characters as they will experience in the upcoming episode. The Haunted Palace is sure to keep the viewers on the edge of their seats in the last two episodes. The producers asked viewers to watch the final episodes to see the last battle with the spirit. They promised an emotional journey between Gangcheori and Yeo Ri. It will share an exciting story that will leave a lasting impression in the viewers' minds. "In the final two episodes, the last battle with the Eight Feet Tall spirit will unfold. Along with an exciting story, the emotional journey between Gangcheori and Yeo Ri will leave a lasting impression. Please look forward to the thrilling conclusion," the production team shared. The Haunted Palace Preview The newly released stills show King Lee Jeong sitting on the throne with a vacant and chilling gaze. He has a burn scar on his face, signaling possession by the vengeful Eight Feet Tall spirit. He is surrounded by flames and wearing the red warrior's robe. The pictures show the Eight Feet Tall spirit's power as he manages to completely control the king's body after swallowing the Imugi's glowing pearl. Gangcheori and Yeo Ri can rescue the king by defeating the spirit. So, they will gear up for their final battle with the Eight Feet Tall spirit. The historical fantasy thriller will return with a new episode on SBS TV on Friday (June 6) at 9:55 PM KST. People in Korea can watch episode 15 on TV or stream it online. K-drama fans from countries like the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK can watch the mini-series with subtitles on various online streaming platforms, including Viki. Here are the International Air Timings of The Haunted Palace Episode 15: US - 7:55 AM Canada - 7:55 AM Australia - 11:25 PM New Zealand - 1:55 AM Japan - 9:55 PM Mexico - 6:55 AM Brazil - 9:55 AM Saudi Arabia - 3:55 PM India - 6:25 PM Indonesia - 7:55 PM Singapore - 8:55 PM China - 8:55 PM Europe - 1:55 PM France - 1:55 PM Spain - 1:55 PM UK - 12:55 PM South Africa - 2:55 PM Philippines - 8:55 PM The Haunted Palace, the ongoing historical fantasy thriller drama, premiered on SBS TV on Friday (April 18) at 9:55 PM KST. It tells the story of a Shamam after she becomes possessed by an Eight Feet Tall spirit. The mini-series focuses on the complicated relationship between the Shamam and an Imugi, an imaginary creature in Korean folklore. The creature can spend a millennium in water and transform into a dragon after acquiring Yeouiju, a magical jewel. Apart from Bona, the K-drama stars BTOB member Yook Sungjae, Kim Ji Hoon, Gil Hae Yeon, Kim In Kwon, Son Byung Ho, Han Soo Yeon, Han So Eun, Shin Seul Ki, Lee Won Jong, and Cho Han Gyul. Screenwriter Yoon Soo Jung wrote the script, and Yoon Sung Sik directed it.
Indian Express
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Netflix's Resident Playbook pulls in highest viewership ahead of finale; Crushology 101 ends in disappointment, Haunted Palace still unbeatable
New medical K-drama Resident Playbook aired its penultimate episode on May 17, recording its highest viewership to date. The Go Youn Jung, Jung Jun Won, Kang You Seok starrer, which failed to recreate the magic of the original Hospital Playlist among the domestic audiences, pulled in dramatic viewership on Netflix, where the show has been dominating the non-English TV series genre for weeks. On the other hand, the Korean horror thriller Haunted Palace has maintained its reign on both ends with an unbeatable score. New K-dramas like Tastefully Yours and Dear Hongrang have already debuted on OTT to replace the current lineup. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Video's Crushology ended with disappointing ratings. Also Read | Dear Hongrang: 3 key points to look out for before watching Netflix's new historical romance, starring Lee Jae Wook and Jo Bo Ah According to Nielsen Korea, on May 17, the medical K-drama revolving around the life and daily chaos of first-year OBGYN residents at Yulje Medical Centre received an average nationwide rating of 6.6 percent, marking its highest Saturday ratings, though it is typically low compared to its Sunday scores. With just one episode to go, it became the most-watched show on the cable network. On Netflix, Resident Playbook pulled in 2.1M views this week with 5 weeks in the Top 10. Currently, it's trending at No. 6 with a Top 10 placement in 16 countries. The show will air its finale on May 18. SBS' The Haunted Palace, starring Bona, Yook Sung Jae, Kim Ji Hoon, and Kim Young Kwang, scored a nationwide average of 9.8 percent on May 17. The show is streaming on Netflix in select areas and returns every Friday and Saturday with a new episode. The fantasy romance horror revolves around a government officer, Yoon Gap, who works for a palace and holds a high reputation with a charismatic personality. But things turn upside down when one day he gets possessed by an Imoogi creature linked to Yeo Ri, whose first love was Yoon Gap. Soon, whispers about his strange behaviour start swirling around, with people around him questioning his antics. The show maintains its most-watched miniseries title for the week. Also Read | Resident Playbook: 5 reasons to watch this Netflix medical drama if you loved Hospital Playlist Crushology 101 ended its run with a 0.8 percent rating on MBC. The show is streaming on Amazon Prime Video for the global audience and stars Roh Jeong Eui, Lee Chae Min, Jo Joon Young, and Hong Min Gyi. Airing during the same time slot as Haunted Palace clearly didn't benefit the teenage romance show that tried recreating the magic of high school classics like True Beauty and Lovely Runner. According to IMDb, the show revolves around 'Bunny, a top sculpture student, who struggles with self-esteem after a failed relationship. Her life changes when she meets Hwang Jae Yul, a warm design student, and Cha Ji Won, a perfect chaebol heir.' Meanwhile, Son Suk Ku, Kim Hye Ja, and Han Ji Min's Heavenly After scored a nationwide average of 6.1 percent rating for its Saturday episode. On Netflix, the romance fantasy K-drama ranks five, a point below Weak Hero 2, and pulled in 2.1M views this week after spending 3 weeks in the Top 10. The limited series revolves around a couple who reunite in heaven, but the only problem is that he is in his thirties while she's in her eighties.
The Review Geek
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
The Haunted Palace Episode 10 Preview: Release Date, Time & Where To Watch
The Haunted Palace Episode 10 The Haunted Palace is another exciting K-drama from SBS which is known for fun sageuks like Moon Lovers, Lovers of the Red Sky and The Secret Romantic Guesthouse. Said to be a romantic period drama, it has everything from supernatural possession and mysteries to first love and comedy. The K-drama follows three Joseon characters who come from different walks of life but are forced to work together to get rid of dangerous spirits plaguing the capital and the royal family. Yoon Gap is a handsome and efficient official who gets possessed by an Imugi who had once stalked a shaman family. And guess who is brought in to exorcise spirits in the palace? Yeo-ri, the same shaman girl who was harassed by the Imugi and also happens to be Yoon Gap's first love. But they must put their differences aside and join hands with King Lee Sung to save the palace. A reformist who wants to create a strong nation, the king takes it upon himself to get rid of all corruption while refusing to believe that supernatural beings exist. The cast includes Yook Sung-jae, Bona and Kim Ji-hoon among others. It is helmed by director Yoon Sung-shik who is known for iconic historical dramas like Hwarang and Mr Queen. If you've been following this K-drama, you may be curious to find out when the episodes are releasing. Well, wonder no more! Here is everything you need to know about The Haunted Palace Episode 10, including the release date, time and where you can watch this show. Where Can I Watch The Haunted Palace? The Haunted Palace Season 1 will be shown on the SBS channel and airs at 9.50pm (KST). It is also available to stream on Viki and Netflix (in selected territories) for international fans. The Haunted Palace Episode 10 Release Date The Haunted Palace Episode 10 will release on Saturday 17th May at approximately 12.50pm (GMT) / 8.50am (ET). English subtitles will be released immediately. The episodes are expected to be roughly 1 hour long each, which is consistent with the time frame for the usual SBS dramas. How Many Episodes Will The Haunted Palace Season 1 Have? The Haunted Palace is a 16-episode show. With 2 episodes dropping every Friday and Saturday, it will run its course till 7th June. Is There A Trailer For The Haunted Palace Season 1? There is indeed! You can find an exciting trailer for The Haunted Palace Season 1 below. What Happens in the Previous Episodes? We've covered the entire episodes with a lengthy recap that touched on all major plot points and discusses the chapter with an accompanying review. You can find that link below. Read More: The Haunted Palace Episode 7 Recap & Review What Happens in the Next Episodes? In next week's teaser, Yeo-ri asks Gangcheori why he didn't tell her that the 8-foot ghost killed her grandma. Gangcheori blames the King for exposing the truth but the King realises that Gangcheori cares for her. Minister Kim guesses their relationship and tells Kwak to use Gangcheori as bait to deal with Yeo-ri. Bibi learns that all nobles over 60 have a talisman against him. Gangcheori isn't able to summon wind. Someone kidnaps Mrs. Yoon while Yeo-ri is surrounded by swords. Yeo-ri begs Gangcheori to save her. What do you hope to see as the series progresses? What's been your favourite moment of The Haunted Palace so far? Let us know in the comments below!
