The upcoming Disney+ K-drama The Remarried Empress is bringing together four of South Korea’s biggest stars. Shin Min Ah, Ju Ji Hoon, Lee Jong Suk, and Lee Se Young lead this fantasy romance series based on the hit webtoon. The show tells the story of Empress Navier, whose perfect life falls apart when her husband betrays her. But things take a sharp turn when two new people enter her world. Lee Jong Suk plays Crown Prince Heinrey, while Lee Se Young takes on the role of Rashta. Their arrivals completely change the lives of Navier and Emperor Sovieshu.
The series drops on November 4, 2026, with four episodes available right away. New episodes arrive every Wednesday, and the season ends on November 25. Before the streaming release, the show will have its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival in October. Three episodes will screen there as part of the festival’s On Screen program.
What The Remarried Empress Is About
The story follows Navier (Shin Min Ah) , the respected empress of the Eastern Empire. She has what looks like a perfect marriage to Emperor Sovieshu. But everything changes when Sovieshu (Ju Ji Hoon) falls for Rashta (Lee Se Young) , a runaway slave. The emperor’s growing feelings for Rashta destroy his marriage to Navier.
The teaser trailer shows Sovieshu telling Navier, “No matter what happens, you are my only wife”. But soon after, he admits, “I missed you Rashta”. Navier watches her marriage fall apart but refuses to break down. When Sovieshu asks for a divorce, Navier does something unexpected. She agrees to the divorce but makes her own demand. She wants permission to marry Crown Prince Heinrey (Lee Jong Suk) of the Western Kingdom. She states clearly, “I will accept the divorce. And I demand that I can remarry”.
How Lee Jong Suk’s Character Changes Everything
Lee Jong Suk plays Heinrey, the crown prince of the Western Kingdom. He carries a mysterious secret and draws attention wherever he goes. Heinrey can secretly turn into a bird and uses this ability to spy on the Eastern Empire’s palace. While in his bird form, he meets and falls for Empress Navier.
Heinrey comes from a rival kingdom, which makes his relationship with Navier complicated. He approaches her with hidden motives at first, but slowly develops real feelings for her. His presence in Navier’s life creates tension with Sovieshu. The teaser shows Sovieshu’s jealousy growing as Heinrey gets closer to Navier. Lee Jong Suk brings a mysterious charm to the role. This marks his return to television since his role in Big Mouth in 2022.
Lee Se Young’s Character Creates the Conflict
Lee Se Young plays Rashta, the escaped slave who becomes the center of Sovieshu’s attention. Rashta goes from being a runaway to suddenly gaining status and power within the royal court. She appears determined to make the most of her new position.
Rashta’s arrival is what starts the whole conflict. Sovieshu falls for her and pushes Navier aside. The character posters show Lee Se Young capturing Rashta’s ambition behind a bright smile. She represents the upheaval that changes everything for Navier and Sovieshu. Rashta goes from having nothing to becoming the emperor’s favorite, which threatens the entire empire.
Shin Min Ah and Ju Ji Hoon Lead the Story
Shin Min Ah plays Empress Navier, the heart of the story. Navier is a poised and powerful ruler who refuses to let betrayal define her. She accepts the divorce with dignity and takes control of her own future. Shin Min Ah is known for roles in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, Our Blues, and Oh My Venus.
Ju Ji Hoon plays Emperor Sovieshu, Navier’s husband. He holds absolute power but lets his feelings for Rashta destroy his marriage. Sovieshu goes from promising Navier she is his only wife to demanding a divorce. Ju Ji Hoon won Best Actor at the 2025 Baeksang Arts Awards for his role in The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call. He is also known for Kingdom and Princess Hours.
The Source Material’s Popularity
The Remarried Empress comes from a Naver webtoon that has received nearly 3 billion views globally. The original story became one of the most-read fantasy romance titles in Korean digital publishing history. The series adaptation comes from writers Yeoh Geena and Hyun Choongyeol, with Cho Suwon directing. Cho Suwon previously worked on Pinocchio and Still 17.
Disney+ has positioned this as one of its most expensive Korean productions. Filming took place across multiple European locations, with elaborate sets built to create the royal world.
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Where to Watch
International viewers can stream The Remarried Empress on Disney+. Viewers in the United States can also watch it on Hulu. The series has 10 episodes total. The first four episodes arrive on November 4. Two new episodes follow every Wednesday until the finale on November 25.
The show will have its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival in October. Three episodes will screen there before the full Disney+ release. The series is already one of the most talked-about K-dramas of 2026.
“The Remarried Empress” is set to premiere on November 4. Watch a teaser for the drama here!
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