The Hit Webtoon 'The Remarried Empress' Officially Announced for Series Adaptation with Star-Studded Cast

The immensely popular Naver Webtoon 'The Remarried Empress' has officially announced its series adaptation, boasting a stellar cast that includes Shin Min-a (신민아), Ju Ji-hoon (주지훈), Lee Jong-suk (이종석), and Lee Se-young (이세영). With a staggering global view count of approximately 2.6 billion as of December 2024, this webtoon has become a definitive representation of its genre.

Based on a web novel, 'The Remarried Empress' tells the story of Na Bi-ae, the empress of the Eastern Empire, who is informed of her divorce by Emperor Sobieshu. In exchange for accepting the divorce, she demands permission to remarry Prince Heinri of the Western Kingdom. The plot thickens with the arrival of Rasta, a runaway slave who becomes Sobieshu's concubine, igniting the central conflict. Since its web novel debut in 2018, the story has gained unprecedented popularity, expanding into a webtoon and being translated into ten languages, captivating readers worldwide.

Shin Min-a will portray the intelligent and graceful Empress Na Bi-ae, while Ju Ji-hoon takes on the role of Emperor Sobieshu, a symbol of absolute power and Na Bi-ae's husband. Lee Jong-suk will play Prince Heinri, who harbors secrets, and Lee Se-young will portray Rasta, the runaway slave vying for the empress's position.

The series will be directed by Jo Soo-won, known for his delicate emotional portrayals in dramas like 'I Can Hear Your Voice' and 'Pinocchio.' The script is penned by writers Ye Ji-na and Hyun Chung-yeol, who previously achieved high ratings with 'Amazing Rumor.' Production will be handled by Studio N, known for its successful IP projects like 'Trauma Center' and 'Retirement Age,' adding to the anticipation.

'The Remarried Empress' aims to faithfully recreate the captivating world of the original story, promising a grand romance fantasy that sets a new standard in the genre. The release date for the series has yet to be announced.