Oh My Ghost
Oh My Ghost

Oh My Ghost

2015TV ShowEndedKorean

Na Bong Sun may be a skilled sous chef, but she lacks the self-esteem to shine professionally and socially. Beyond her cooking talents, however, is an uncanny ability to communicate with ghosts. One day, her mystic senses go out of control when the seductive ghost of Shin Soon Ae possesses her. Imbued with a fiery new "personality," Bong Sun starts turning heads, including that of Kang Sun Woo, the hottest chef in town and Bong Sun's secret crush!

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IMDb8.1/10
Director: Yoo Je-wonGenres: Comedy, Romance, Supernatural

Plot Summary

A timid and insecure assistant chef, Na Bong-sun, discovers she can see ghosts after being possessed by the spirit of a lustful virgin ghost, Shin Soon-ae. Soon-ae believes she needs to resolve her unfinished business, which involves having sex, to move on to the afterlife. Bong-sun, now with Soon-ae's help and influence, becomes more confident and tries to win the affection of her arrogant but talented boss, Chef Kang Sun-woo. This leads to a chaotic and heartwarming love triangle between Bong-sun, Sun-woo, and the ghost.

Critical Reception

The drama was a massive commercial success, praised for its unique blend of comedy, romance, and supernatural elements. It garnered significant attention for its strong performances, particularly from lead actresses Park Bo-young and Kim Seul-gi, and for its well-developed plot and engaging chemistry between the main cast. It is widely considered one of the most popular and beloved romantic comedy K-dramas of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming story and the excellent chemistry between the leads.
  • Lauded for its unique and humorous take on supernatural romance.
  • Applauded for Park Bo-young's dual role and comedic timing.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Oh My Ghost' is overwhelmingly positive, with viewers frequently highlighting its charm, humor, and emotional depth. The drama is often recommended for its feel-good vibe and the captivating performances of its cast.

Awards & Accolades

Won numerous awards including Best Actress (Park Bo-young) at the tvN10 Awards and the Korea Drama Awards, and Best Couple Award (Park Bo-young & Jo Jung-suk) at the tvN Drama Awards.

Fun Fact

Park Bo-young initially hesitated to take on the role because she had not played a character with a split personality before, but was convinced by director Yoo Je-won and the compelling script.

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