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Disney+ to Stream The Remarried Empress Live-Action Series
posted on by Wonhee Cho
Disney+ confirmed on Thursday that the live-action adaptation of the hit webtoon The Remarried Empress will premiere in 2026.
Originally a web novel by Alphatart and later adapted into a webtoon illustrated by SUMPUL, The Remarried Empress revolves around Navier, the perfect Empress of the Eastern Empire, who chooses divorce after discovering that her husband, Emperor Sovieshu, plans to replace her with his mistress. Determined to reclaim her status, Navier resolves to become an Empress in another land.
The webtoon has over 2.6 billion global views, and has been translated into 10 languages. The series has a strong international following, particularly in Japan.
Actress Min-a Shin will play Navier, the dignified empress with a cold demeanor. Jong-suk Lee will portray Prince Heinrey of the Western Kingdom, who falls for Navier at first sight. Ji-hoon Ju and Se-young Lee will take on the roles of Emperor Sovieshu and the concubine Rashta, respectively.
The English version of the The Remarried Empress webtoon is available on WEBTOON. Ize Press is releasing the series in print.
Fans can read the English version of the web novel on Yonder.
Source: YNA (Meyong-eon Oh)
