π¬ Spooky in Love (K-Drama)
Spooky in Love K-Drama is one of the buzziest supernatural romances heading into summer 2026, and it’s easy to see why: Park Eun-bin, fresh off The WONDERfools, stars as a hotel heiress who secretly sees ghosts, opposite Yang Se-jong as a prosecutor terrified of the very spirits she talks to nightly. Add Ong Seong-wu in a newly created role, a premise adapted from the beloved 2011 film Spellbound, and a same-day Netflix simulcast, and it’s no surprise this occult rom-com has become one of the most anticipated K-dramas of the season. Here’s everything officially confirmed so far.
π§Ύ Drama Snapshot
| π Detail | π Information |
|---|---|
| Korean Title | μ€μΉν μ°μ |
| English Title | Spooky in Love |
| Also Known As | Chilling Romance, My Spooky Romance, Spellbound, Ossakhan Yeonae |
| Genre | Horror, Romantic Comedy (Occult Romance) |
| Country | South Korea |
| Language | Korean |
| Director | Lee Min-soo |
| Writer | Choi Jung-mi |
| Episodes | 12 |
| Runtime | Approx. 70 minutes |
| Network | tvN |
| Streaming Platform | TVING (domestic); Netflix (global simulcast) |
| Release Date | July 18, 2026 |
| Status | Upcoming |
π What We Know So Far
β Officially Confirmed
- Spooky in Love is a remake of the 2011 film Spellbound, written and directed by Hwang In-ho.
- The series is directed by Lee Min-soo (Resident Playbook, 2025) and written by Choi Jung-mi.
- It’s produced by CJ ENM, CJ ENM Studios, B.pic, and the original film’s production company, Sangsang Film.
- Park Eun-bin and Yang Se-jong lead the cast, with Ong Seong-wu in a newly created supporting role.
- The series premieres July 18, 2026 on tvN, airing Saturdays and Sundays at 21:10 KST, and will simulcast globally on Netflix the same day.
- Filming began in November 2025, including location shoots in Singapore.
π‘ Reported by Reliable Sources
- Park Eun-bin and Yang Se-jong were reportedly approached for the leads as early as August 2025, with Ong Seong-wu entering talks around October 2025, ahead of their official confirmations.
βͺ Awaiting Official Confirmation
- A full episode-by-episode synopsis and any Hindi-dubbed release have not been announced.
π Story Preview
π Setting: Modern-day South Korea, centered on a luxury hotel and a prosecutor’s office, with additional scenes filmed on location in Singapore.
π Main Premise: Cheon Yeo-ri is the heiress of one of Korea’s top conglomerates and CEO of a luxury hotel β beautiful, wealthy, and seemingly perfect, except for one secret: she sees ghosts, and is haunted nightly by the restless spirits of people who died unjustly. Ma Gang-uk is an ace prosecutor working tirelessly to solve unsolved murder cases. When their worlds collide, the two form a chaotic partnership to bring closure to the dead β and justice to the living.
π Genre & Themes: The series blends occult mystery, case-of-the-week investigation, and romantic comedy, expanding on the original film’s premise with a season-long partnership dynamic between its leads.
π Viewer Expectations: Expect a mix of ghost-story chills, slow-burn romantic tension, and courtroom-adjacent mystery-solving, rather than a straightforward horror or straightforward rom-com.
π Cast Tracker
| Actor | Character | Confirmation Status |
|---|---|---|
| Park Eun-bin | Cheon Yeo-ri | β Officially Confirmed |
| Yang Se-jong | Ma Gang-uk | β Officially Confirmed |
| Ong Seong-wu | Kang Min-hwan | β Officially Confirmed |
| Jo Hye-joo | Cheon Ha-ri | β Officially Confirmed |
| Kim Do-wan | Park Seung-jae | β Officially Confirmed |
| Ye Soo-jung | Chairwoman Baek | β Officially Confirmed |
| Cha Mi-kyung | Paeng Myo-sun | β Officially Confirmed |
| Lee Chang-hoon | Pil-dong | β Officially Confirmed |
π Production & Release Timeline
| Stage | Status |
|---|---|
| Drama Announcement | β Confirmed β reports emerged August 2025 |
| Casting | β Confirmed β completed by November 2025 |
| Script Reading | π Officially Not Announced |
| Filming Begins | β Confirmed β November 2025, including Singapore location shoots |
| Filming Wrap | π Officially Not Announced |
| Trailer/Teaser Release | β Confirmed β first teaser released June 4, 2026 |
| Premiere | β Confirmed β July 18, 2026 |
πΊ Streaming Availability
- Netflix: β Confirmed β global simulcast beginning July 18, 2026
- Disney+: π Officially Not Announced
- Viki: π Officially Not Announced
- TVING: β Confirmed β domestic streaming in South Korea
- Wavve: π Officially Not Announced
- International Streaming: β Confirmed via Netflix, day-and-date with the Korean broadcast
- English Subtitles: β Confirmed via Netflix’s standard subtitle offering
- Hindi Dubbed: π Officially Not Announced
π¬ Trailer Watch
tvN released an official teaser on June 4, 2026, centered on a “touching hands” motif tied to the story’s supernatural connection between the two leads. An official poster has also been unveiled. A full-length main trailer has not been confirmed as of this writing, and no behind-the-scenes footage has been officially released yet.
β Why This Drama Could Be Worth Watching
Spooky in Love arrives at a moment when supernatural romance is having a moment in Korean television, and this project has several factors working in its favor. It’s built on the foundation of a genuinely beloved source film, giving the writers an established emotional core to expand rather than invent from scratch. Park Eun-bin’s recent run of hits β including Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Castaway Diva, and The WONDERfools β has made her one of the most reliable draws in Korean drama right now, and pairing her with Yang Se-jong’s dramatic range suggests strong chemistry potential. The addition of a case-solving structure alongside the romance also gives the series room to sustain a 12-episode arc without leaning on romance alone. Combined with a same-day global Netflix release, Spooky in Love has real crossover appeal for international audiences who don’t want to wait for the show to reach streaming.
π If You Like These Dramas…
| Drama | Similar Element | Why You’ll Enjoy It |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Del Luna (2019) | Ghosts, hotel setting, supernatural romance | Similar blend of the paranormal and hospitality-world drama |
| The Ghost Detective (2018) | Park Eun-bin in a supernatural investigation role | Preview of her chemistry with ghost-centric storylines |
| My Girlfriend Is a Gumiho (2010) | Supernatural romantic comedy tone | Playful blend of fantasy and rom-com beats |
| Sell Your Haunted House (2021) | Occult mystery-of-the-week format | Similar case-solving structure paired with the supernatural |
| Master’s Sun (2013) | Ghost-seeing lead paired with a skeptical love interest | Nearly identical emotional dynamic between the leads |
| Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) | Park Eun-bin’s recent star vehicle | See her range before stepping into this new genre |
| Chicago Typewriter (2017) | Mystery blended with romance across timelines | Fans of mystery-forward romantic storytelling |
π° Latest Official Updates
π June 4, 2026 β First official teaser released, along with a promotional poster.
π May 2026 β tvN confirmed the July 18 premiere date and SaturdayβSunday broadcast schedule.
π April 2026 β Ong Seong-wu’s casting confirmed as Kang Min-hwan, a newly created character for the series.
π November 2025 β Casting completed; principal filming began, including scenes shot in Singapore. Park Eun-bin and Yang Se-jong’s casting officially confirmed.
π AugustβOctober 2025 β Early reports indicated Park Eun-bin and Yang Se-jong were approached for the leads, with Ong Seong-wu entering talks shortly after.
β Reader FAQs
What is Spooky in Love about? It follows Cheon Yeo-ri, a hotel heiress who secretly sees ghosts, and Ma Gang-uk, a prosecutor investigating unsolved murders, as they team up to solve paranormal cases and develop feelings for each other along the way.
Is Spooky in Love an upcoming K-drama? Yes, it premieres July 18, 2026 on tvN.
Who is in the cast? Park Eun-bin, Yang Se-jong, and Ong Seong-wu lead the series, with Jo Hye-joo, Kim Do-wan, Ye Soo-jung, and Cha Mi-kyung in supporting roles.
When will it be released? July 18, 2026, airing Saturdays and Sundays through August 23, 2026.
Where can I watch Spooky in Love? On tvN and TVING in South Korea, and globally on Netflix, simulcasting the same day as the Korean broadcast.
Will it be available on Netflix? Yes, Netflix has confirmed a same-day global simulcast starting July 18, 2026.
How many episodes will it have? 12 episodes.
Is there an official trailer? An official teaser was released June 4, 2026; a full trailer has not yet been confirmed.
Will it have English subtitles? Yes, via Netflix’s standard subtitle support.
Is a Hindi dubbed version confirmed? No, this has not been officially announced.
Is Spooky in Love based on a movie? Yes β it’s a remake of the 2011 South Korean film Spellbound, directed by Hwang In-ho.
Who directs Spooky in Love? Lee Min-soo, who also directed Resident Playbook (2025).
π Final Thoughts
Spooky in Love enters the summer 2026 K-drama lineup with a proven source film, a strong lead pairing in Park Eun-bin and Yang Se-jong, and the reach of a same-day Netflix release working in its favor. What’s officially confirmed so far β cast, premiere date, network, and streaming plan β already makes it one of the more closely tracked upcoming titles this season, while details like the full trailer and any dubbed-language releases remain pending. Bookmark this page and check back as tvN and Netflix release further updates ahead of the July 18 premiere.
This article draws on Wikipedia, Soompi-sourced synopses (via MyDramaList), and multiple independent entertainment outlets, cross-checked for consistency. Any detail without independent official confirmation β a full trailer, dubbed-language releases, filming wrap date β is explicitly marked π Officially Not Announced rather than assumed.
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