“Spooky in Love” Unveils Poster, Promising a Chaebol-Heiress-and-Prosecutor Romance Fueled by Ghosts

tvN’s upcoming romance drama “Spooky in Love” has released its main poster, offering a first glimpse of the tone—and the supernatural premise—of its upcoming story. Slated to premiere on July 18 at 9:10 p.m. KST, the series is a remake of the 2011 film “Spellbound” and follows the chaotic partnership between a hotel heiress who can see ghosts and a prosecutor who is deeply afraid of them.

A late-night romance with an ominous edge

The newly released poster centers on Park Eun Bin and Yang Se Jong as they sit side by side on a sofa at night. Park Eun Bin plays Cheon Yeo Ri, described as an ice-cold chaebol heiress and the CEO of the country’s top luxury hotel. Yang Se Jong portrays Ma Gang Wook, an ace prosecutor known for his strong sense of justice and, crucially, his empathy—paired with a clear fear of ghosts.

Visually, the poster plays up a contrast: Cheon Yeo Ri’s gaze is steady and distant, while her hand rests over Ma Gang Wook’s, signaling intimacy and a romantic turning point. Behind them, an eerie shadow presses against the window, reinforcing the show’s occult themes and suggesting that the supernatural isn’t confined to the characters’ imaginations. A caption accompanying the poster reads: “The moment our hands touch, a spooky romance begins.”

From film remake to “refreshing” K-drama spin

“Spooky in Love” is set up as an adaptation that aims to keep the core supernatural romance while reshaping it for modern audiences. According to the production team, the drama’s central appeal will come from what it calls the “polar-opposite combination” of a chaebol heiress who can see ghosts and a prosecutor who is scared of ghosts.

That push on contrast is also reflected in character positioning: Cheon Yeo Ri is portrayed as emotionally controlled and commanding, while Ma Gang Wook is framed as driven by fairness and understanding—yet unable to confront the ghostly world comfortably. The relationship is therefore not only romantic, but also narratively functional: their connection becomes a mechanism through which Ma Gang Wook’s relationship to the supernatural begins to change.

Handholding as the story’s supernatural trigger

In the poster’s messaging, the moment their hands touch appears to function as the key event that opens the door to the “spooky” part of the romance. The production team teased that the plot will shift immediately from that point, as the characters begin to share something “unique to them,” tied directly to what happens once Ma Gang Wook holds Cheon Yeo Ri’s hand.

That framing suggests “Spooky in Love” will lean on a mix of relationship development and genre stakes—using the supernatural element not merely for atmosphere, but to propel the characters into a new form of connection. The teaser language also implies that the romance will be grounded in discovery: the more the characters interact, the more the strange rules of this world will reveal themselves.

What to watch ahead of the July premiere

With the premiere date now confirmed, attention will likely turn to how tvN handles the adaptation of “Spellbound” and whether the series expands beyond a single supernatural premise into a broader cast-driven storyline. The poster’s composition—pairing calm romance with a looming shadow—sets expectations for a drama that balances sweetness with dread.

Another point of interest will be how Park Eun Bin and Yang Se Jong’s performances define their respective energies. Park Eun Bin’s character is introduced as aloof and composed, while Yang Se Jong’s prosecutor archetype is typically grounded in action and principle; placing that against ghost fear could make for a dynamic that oscillates between tension, humor, and vulnerability.

What’s next

“Spooky in Love” is scheduled to premiere on July 18 at 9:10 p.m. KST. Fans can expect further teasers—especially once story details expand beyond the poster’s central “hand-touch” hook—and more emphasis on how Ma Gang Wook’s fear transforms into an altered understanding of the supernatural world around him.

As anticipation builds, the series will also be watched for its ability to maintain what audiences often seek from occult romance: a sense of escalating mystery alongside character chemistry. If the production team’s “refreshing” promise holds, the drama may arrive as an on-screen reimagination of a familiar supernatural-romance engine—updated for a new generation.