Park Eun Bin, Yang Se Jong and Ong Seong Wu Preview Warm Chemistry in Spooky in Love

tvN’s upcoming drama “Spooky in Love” is building anticipation with a behind-the-scenes look at its central cast, as Park Eun Bin, Yang Se Jong and Ong Seong Wu shared how they developed their on-set chemistry ahead of the show’s premiere. The series is scheduled to begin airing on July 18 at 9:10 p.m. KST.

The drama is a remake of the 2011 film “Spellbound”, reimagined as an occult romance about an unusual partnership between a hotel heiress who can see ghosts and a prosecutor who is terrified of them. That premise sets up a mix of romance, comedy, fear and emotional conflict, meaning the performances will likely depend heavily on timing and trust between the actors.

Park Eun Bin plays Cheon Yeo Ri, a hotel CEO whose supernatural ability complicates her life and relationships. According to the newly shared comments, Park said she felt more comfortable on set because she was working with actors around her age. That detail matters for a project that needs its leads to move easily between comic awkwardness, fear and sincerity.

A Cast Focused on Rehearsal and Discussion

Yang Se Jong stars as Ma Kang Wook, an ace prosecutor whose professional confidence runs into a very personal weakness: ghosts. Yang emphasized the cast and director’s shared focus during filming, noting that they spent considerable time rehearsing and talking through scenes. His comments suggest a production process built around careful adjustment rather than simply relying on the appeal of the cast.

Ong Seong Wu takes on the role of Kang Min Hwan, described as a villain in the story. He highlighted the passionate atmosphere on set, saying the actors exchanged ideas about their characters and scenes and worked together whenever they struggled to fully express a moment. For an antagonist role in a genre-blending romance, that collaborative approach could help keep the character from feeling one-dimensional.

The production’s newly released behind-the-scenes images also appear designed to make that teamwork visible. The cast is shown reviewing scenes on monitors and gathering for discussion, while other images show them smiling together for the camera. The contrast supports the message tvN is sending before launch: the set was serious about performance, but warm enough to let the actors build a comfortable rhythm.

Why Chemistry Is Central to This Drama

Because “Spooky in Love” is based on a story that combines supernatural anxiety with romantic tension, chemistry is not just a promotional talking point. The entire premise depends on whether viewers believe the characters can irritate, frighten, comfort and challenge one another in quick succession. If that balance works, the drama can play as both a ghostly comedy and a sincere romance.

Park Eun Bin arrives at the project with a strong reputation for detailed character work, while Yang Se Jong brings a screen presence often associated with emotional restraint and quiet intensity. Ong Seong Wu’s casting adds another dynamic, especially because his role appears to bring conflict into the central relationship. Together, the three actors are being positioned as the emotional engine of the series.

The timing of the preview is also strategic. With the premiere just days away, tvN is not only introducing the characters but also reassuring potential viewers that the cast has already developed the kind of rapport needed for the story’s tonal shifts. For fans who followed the original film, the question will be how the drama expands the concept across multiple episodes. For new viewers, the draw may be the fresh combination of a haunted heroine, a frightened prosecutor and a villain who can complicate both the romance and the mystery.

As more Korean dramas experiment with genre hybrids, “Spooky in Love” enters a crowded field where a strong premise is only the starting point. The cast’s emphasis on rehearsal, communication and problem-solving points to a production that understands the difficulty of making supernatural romance feel grounded. Whether that behind-the-scenes warmth translates on screen will become clear when the drama premieres on July 18.