Give it a try, you might Enjoy it!!
The start is really amazing. Storyline is pretty simple and all characters were neatly presented. This show really has some charm.Since it has 16 episodes like usual kdrama but I don't think why it need 16 episodes. Hope this will not disappoint in future because I'm really looking forward to the upcoming episodes.
Brilliant screenwriting with that added advantage of main leads fantastic chemistry,they really are enjoying acting together, totally liked them.
Horror part is also handled very well as of now.
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Romantic, rom-com fantasy with palace intrigue? YES!
Romantic, rom-com fantasy with palace intrigue? YES! This drama sat in my to watch pile for a while when I went looking for something different. At boy, did this satisfy! A tad reminiscent of The Master's Sun, this ghost story had a few good jump scares to balance out the amazing antics of our BTOB ML. He was amazing. Great, different plot, no dragging. Antagonists you will love to hate and protagonists you will root for with your whole heart. Unplug your brain, this in un-apologetically fantasy based, and enjoy. This is a must watch. You will not be disappointed!Was this review helpful to you?
EXCITING PLOT & SATISFYING ENDING
I blindly picked this drama out of boredom. I had little expectations but to my amazement I found it worth watching.The story was well written in my opinion. I love the comedic bits too. I was laughing, screaming into my pillow, and stupidly kicking / punching the air all throughout this drama.
There are the thrilling parts as well, where I was excited but at the same time worried about what's to come next. It was quite interesting, and the little bits of mysteries as well.
It does have pretty sad scenes, I got emotional at some parts because it was either too sweet or it was too sad. There was no intense or irrelevant plots, everything stayed on one track from start to end.
The romance is one that will have you laughing out loud and get all excited. Its not very lovey dovey or cheesy, it was cute.
There was also comradery and friendship displayed in this drama, one that would probably get you to shed a few tears because of how good it is. There was no major betrayals (with the good characters, the villains were villains from start to end lol) or love triangles.
The ending is what worried me the most but I was so satisfied with it. It has a very happy ending, I was able to see everyone living happily after all the chaos which in my opinion is very comforting especially after all theyve been through.
This review is MY PERSONAL OPINION.
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Worth every entertaining minute!
Without a doubt, The Haunted Palace is one of the best fantasy period Kdramas I've ever watched! Each episode kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly anticipating where the story would take me next!Excellent pacing, beautiful layered characters, impeccable performances all round from the hugely loveable cast, wonderful music, breathtaking cinematography, amazing costumes and make-up and a story that kept you begging for more at every twist and turn!
This is Korean drama production at its finest!
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❤️❤️
I am impressed with this kdrama, it is comedy, thriller, drama, horror, love story, history, fairy tale, about really deep and meaningful questions, and it is really fun to watch .the FL was solid on her feet and the Imugi was such an interesting CHARACTER and the costuming and script about him was so good... It is that model-actor with really thick lips and poker face, and he is perfect for the Imugi in that flowing black-chiffon clothes and the tattoos on his skin are so INDICATIVE and thus so scary without being over the top.Was this review helpful to you?
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Wonderful show
I was watching this along with another show that felt like a chore to drag myself through....but this!!!! It was amazing.I was concerned as some reviews are quite negative and I was worried it too would drag like the other thing. But it didn't.
I'm not a huge fan of historical kdrama unless it has a magical/supernatural element (Alchemy of the Souls is one of my favourite shows ever) and this fit that preference. I chose it for the the supernatural element and to see Kim Jihoon play a goodie (i'd just finished a show where he was a very bad baddie). And I was excited to see Bo Na in it as I'd just watched her in the Starships Company Games thing and really liked her and of course I knew Yook SungJae from Goblin (and BtoB).
It was a nice surprise to see Kim YoungKwang as Gang Cheol so when he disappeared and SungJae became that character I expected to be disappointed, but I wasn't; the subtle change in his character was a testiment to SungJae's acting.
The bad guys were awful the good guys were great. The king was such a great and noble king (a first for me as they are usually not great in things), his wife, his son, YunGap's mother, the Monk and his flightly old charge, the guards and the head unech were all wonderful. Even those who were slghtly morally ambiguous came good in the end.
The fight scenes were good, the effects were satisfying. It was emotional (I cried a lot) and funny (the eunuch had me laughing out loud) and all the relationships were lovely. Yeo Ri and Gang Cheol had far better chemistry than when he was Yun Gap. Yun Gap's mother and the love she had for both versions of her 'son' and Yeo Ri was delightful. Gang Cheol and the king's friendship, the king and YeoRi's trust in each other, Gang Cheol and the head eunuch's banter....all were so well written and acted. And I found it a very satifying ending....everyone got what they deserved and you can't ask for more than that.
If I ever make it through all the things on my to watch list, i would definitely watch this again.
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a story about great shaman
The Haunted Palace is a captivating historical fantasy drama that tells the story of a beautiful and powerful shaman who helps the royal family eliminate dark curses threatening the kingdom. From the very first episodes, the drama successfully blends mystery, supernatural elements, and palace politics, creating an intense and immersive atmosphere. The setting of the cursed palace adds a sense of danger and intrigue, making every scene feel suspenseful and visually striking. The female lead stands out as a strong and charismatic character. She is not only beautiful, but also brave, intelligent, and compassionate. Her role as a shaman is portrayed with depth, showing the heavy responsibility she carries as someone who walks between the human world and the spiritual realm. Watching her confront evil spirits, uncover hidden truths, and protect the kingdom is both thrilling and emotionally engaging.What makes The Haunted Palace especially enjoyable is its balance between supernatural horror and human emotion. Alongside the thrilling curse-breaking rituals, the drama explores loyalty, sacrifice, and hidden wounds within the royal family. The chemistry between the characters, combined with the dark fantasy storyline, keeps viewers invested until the end. Overall, The Haunted Palace is a visually stunning and emotionally rich drama that offers a fresh take on historical storytelling, making it a memorable and exciting watch.
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Why should The Haunted Palace be your must watch?
Yeo Ri’s life has been a living hell since childhood, as Gang Cheol has been after her. In the process of driving the emoji away, her shaman grandmother lost her life. After growing up, she decides to follow Yun Gap to the palace. But the imugi possesses his body on the way, and the soul of Yun Gap gets taken away by an eight-foot spirit.Haunted stories have a separate fan base. People expect romance, thrill, and ghosts in one frame. The Haunted Palace is a well-crafted tale of ghosts, while sketching a poignant story against the backdrop. Bona is becoming a more layered actress with each of her performances. After delivering a poignant performance in last year’s Pyramid Game, she has again donned a powerful performance in this supernatural, vengeful drama. Yook Sung Jae always adds elements of surprise in his performance. From Goblin to melancholic, Who Are You, she always delivered unforgettable performances. His dual role in The Haunted Palace again marked his ability as a performer.
The story has been helmed neatly. Twists often appeared known, but the plot made it intriguing.
Its an enjoyable story blended with right dose of humour, fear and love.
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My patience got possessed — I exorcised myself.
I started this drama out of curiosity, expecting gothic mystery with possession drama. Instead, the pacing wandered like a ghost without a haunting plan. The cursed-palace premise had bite, but the story kept circling without consequences. It wasn’t bad enough to rage-quit, but it wasn’t compelling enough to fight for.Atmosphere-wise, it flirted with my scare ceiling. The eerie framing worked — until they dropped a girl-in-the-well scare straight out of Ringu. I spent months as a kid unable to sleep because of that movie. I did not sign up for discount Sadako flashbacks. My nervous system demanded a drop.
Character-wise, Gang Cheol was the one thing holding me together. He carried the emotional weight the plot kept hinting at, and without him, I would’ve quit sooner. Meanwhile, Yeo Ri (no shade to Bo Na) was written way too subdued to keep up with all the bleeding walls and generational guilt.
So yes, I bailed. Not out of hate — but out of self-preservation. Creepy enough to linger, slow enough to yawn.
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No real spoilers ahead that would make you feel like you know the entire story so no need to worry or stress about anything being ruined beyond repair.
So...
This drama is mainly about a woman that works as a Glass Artisan due to turning her back on Shamanism even though she still has the ability to see apparitions, ghosts and all that. Actually, about her and a Lord that was a boy she grew up with from the same village.
Joseon era feel so historical.
Two episodes in and am enjoying it except for the part where she screams like a hyena when the Deity decides to not appear, in episode 1.
Loud screaming people seem to irritate me no end.
Have to say, the main male actor does a fantastic job of switching over from a charming misleading on a mission Lord to a Lord taken over by a no good conniving mischief Deity with the traits of that Deity.
There is a little bit of kick ass fighting shown, good humour and a deity that is actually quite cool in his own way even though he is shown to have an agenda.
Both the Lord and Deity are likeable.
I can't really say much more except that it is fine so far and I am hoping the story continues to stay interesting.
This seems to have villains and heroes whether real people or supernatural so it isn't just about people only.
As for romance I think there is romance in the making, but am not sure if it will be fleshed out, in the background only or if it will be pure romance or a rom-com romance with a bit of attitude.
Looking forward to seeing how this unfolds further...
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Un imugi, une chamane, et les fantômes du passé...
Je suis entrée dans "Haunted Palace" sans trop savoir où je mettais les pieds… et j’ai fini par me perdre volontairement 😌 entre chamanismes, esprits vengeurs, et secrets de palais 🌕. Dès les premiers épisodes, le drama m’a embarquée avec son ambiance hypnotique et sa mythologie. Ce n’est pas un sageuk comme les autres. Ici, les légendes coréennes s’invitent dans l’intrigue sans fioritures, et avec beucoup de naturel 🔮. Franchement, j’ai adoré ce mélange entre mystique et fresque politique, ça donne une vraie identité à l’histoire 👍🏻Gang Cheol, est un imugi pas comme les autres, il m’a profondément touchée 🐍🥺. Il prend possession d’un corps humain, mais ce qu’il découvre, c’est pas juste le monde des vivants… mais ce que ça veut dire de ressentir. Il est maladroit, curieux, drôle, mais surtout bouleversant 🥺. Yeo Ri Elle, c’est la résilience incarnée, c'est une jeune chamane marquée par la douleur mais qui reste toujours debout 💪🏻
La romance, elle est là, mais elle est plus suggérée que centrale... Elle est restée trop discrète pour vraiment me faire vibrer 😩. Il y a des regards, des silences… mais j’aurais aimé un peu plus d’intensité, plus de scènes qui laissent des traces... 🤷🏼♀️
Par contre, là où le drama m’a bluffée, c’est dans son traitement du folklore 👌🏻. Le Palcheokgwi, cette créature née de la rancune collective, m’a filé des frissons... Pas parce qu’il fait peur, mais parce qu’il incarne un passé étouffé, des douleurs mal enterrées, une rancune de folie... 😨🕯️
Les persos secondaires apportent eux aussi beaucoup a l'histoire. Kim Ji Hoon m’a surprise et bluffée en roi torturé 👑, il est tiraillé entre autorité et culpabilité, et il le joue très bien. Bref, il y a tout un écosystème autour du duo principal, riche, intrigant, bien construit 👍🏻
Bon, après j’vais pas mentir, tout n’est pas parfait... 😬 Le rythme faiblit un peu vers le milieu. Certains flashbacks arrivent sans prévenir, ce qui me coupais net l’émotion de la scène en court... Et il y a quelques pistes lancées au début, qui se perdent un peu en route 🤷🏼♀️. C’est dommage, parce que je trouve que ça donne un léger goût d’inachevé dans un univers pourtant solide...
Après, malgré quelques longueurs, j’ai été portée par la vibe unique du drama. C’est "sombre", délicat, symbolique, parfois contemplatif… Mais pour moi, ce fut un beau voyage. Imparfait mais marquant 😉. Si vous voulez un sageuk qui sort des sentiers battus, empreint de mythes et d’émotions retenues, foncez !!! 🔥✌🏻
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Exceptionnel à voir !
Je n'avais pas trouvé de drama comme ça depuis longtemps. Mon drama préféré étant Tale of Nine Tailed celui ci m'a accroché depuis sa diffusion. Je pense que ça va me manquer d'attendre les épisodes chaques semaines.Was this review helpful to you?
