SBS’s weekend drama The Haunted Palace is heating up, and viewers are clearly loving every second.

The May 9 broadcast of episode 7 hit its highest ratings so far, proving that the drama is quickly becoming a weekend favorite.

According to Nielsen Korea, the episode peaked at 10.9%, with a nationwide average of 9.8%. In the Seoul area, it scored 9.6%, while it recorded 2.8% among viewers aged 20 to 49 — an important target group for dramas.

The Haunted Palace has now held the #1 spot in its time slot for five weeks in a row, showing no signs of slowing down.

It also ranked #1 among all Friday programs and weekly mini-series, solidifying its place as one of the most-watched dramas on TV right now.

While the episode included powerful moments between Yook Sung Jae and Bona’s characters, the real talk online has been about how the suspense, mystery, and emotional intensity are keeping fans glued to their screens.

Without giving too much away, the storyline continues to raise the stakes, ending with a cliffhanger that left viewers breathless.

With its rising ratings, thrilling plot, and strong performances, The Haunted Palace is clearly building momentum as a weekend must-watch.

Episode 8 of The Haunted Palace airs on May 10 at 9:55 p.m. KST.

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(G)I-DLE’s Miyeon made a surprise appearance as a new part-time worker, and her entrance had actor Yoo Seung Ho completely flustered.

On the May 10 episode of JTBC’s Battle! Paeng Bong Paeng Bong, Paeng Hyun Sook’s restaurant faced another loss against Lee Bong Won’s team — their second loss in a row.

As a result, Paeng’s restaurant was at risk of shrinking even more, while Lee Bong Won’s restaurant celebrated by earning a new signboard and even winning a snowflake shaved ice machine, ingredients included.

Just when things were looking bad for Paeng Hyun Sook’s team, Yoo Seung Ho received a mysterious letter. It read, “Don’t tell anyone and open this alone. Please.”

Inside, the message said, “Paeng Restaurant can now add a dessert menu. A new team member is waiting in the kitchen. Please come to Paeng Restaurant quickly.”

Yoo Seung Ho shared, “I felt really happy when I read that note,” and immediately rushed back to the restaurant. But as soon as he saw the new team member’s back, he froze — then stepped backward, shyly retreating.

When asked why, he smiled and confessed, “I liked it so much. I was shy and happy, so I came back out again.”

The new part-timer was revealed to be none other than Miyeon of (G)I-DLE. She came with a fish-shaped bread machine and looked ready to help rescue the struggling restaurant with a brand-new dessert menu.

However, Yoo Seung Ho couldn’t even talk to her properly. Miyeon, noticing his shy behavior, laughed and asked, “Why are you scared of me?”

Yoo Seung Ho replied honestly, “I was all sweaty, and in the evening my beard gets messy. I was in such a terrible state, so I felt embarrassed. But at the same time, I was really happy that someone came to help. Those two feelings came at once.”

Fans are now loving the adorable chemistry between the two stars and are curious to see if Miyeon can turn things around for Team Paeng!

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