Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon, Lee Jong-seok, and Lee Se-young in a royal scandal: 'The Reborn Empress' to be released on November 4 [Official]

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Disney+'s "The Reborn Empress" has confirmed its release on November 4 and unveiled a teaser trailer and character posters that promise an overwhelming sense of immersion.

"The Reborn Empress" is a grand romance fantasy epic in which the perfect empress of the Dongdae Empire, "Nabie" (played by Shin Min-a), receives a divorce notice from Emperor "Soviesh" (played by Ju Ji-hoon), who has fallen for the runaway slave "Rasta" (played by Lee Se-young). In exchange for accepting the divorce, Nabie demands approval to remarry Prince "Heinrey" of the Western Kingdom.

"The Reborn Empress," based on a webtoon that has recorded 2.97 billion cumulative global views as of July 2026 and sparked a worldwide phenomenon, is drawing attention as the first live-action adaptation of this legendary IP of the same name. With the release of its teaser trailer and character posters, the series is further heightening anticipation.

The released teaser trailer begins with sweeping vistas of the powerful Dongdae Empire, hinting at an unprecedented scale and world-building. After showing the empress "Nabie" sitting proudly with her back to a radiant light, Emperor "Soviesh" vows, "No matter what happens, you are my only wife," illustrating their once-perfect relationship. However, the appearance of "Rasta" before "Soviesh" begins to crack their solid bond. As "Soviesh" falls for "Rasta," who unapologetically enjoys the sudden happiness that has come her way, and "Nabie" struggles to compose herself while watching the two, the trailer foreshadows a royal scandal spiraling out of control.

The story takes a new turn with the arrival of Prince "Heinrey" from the Western Kingdom. As "Heinrey" approaches to comfort "Nabie," and the two grow closer, "Soviesh" reveals his jealousy and anger. The four characters' entangled relationships escalate dramatically until "Soviesh" finally informs "Nabie" of their divorce. Yet even in the face of this shocking betrayal, "Nabie," unwavering to the slightest degree, accepts the divorce while simultaneously demanding approval for remarriage, sending shockwaves through the Dongdae Empire.

The character posters released alongside the trailer capture each character's charm with perfect synchronization, immediately capturing viewers' attention. First, Shin Min-a, who plays "Nabie," dominates the screen with her elegant and dignified presence as an empress. The caption "I demand approval for remarriage" reveals Nabie's resolve to choose her own destiny without wavering despite the sudden divorce notice. Expectations are high for her performance as she writes a new chapter of fate through the dignity of a perfect empress and her independent choices.

Ju Ji-hoon, who plays "Soviesh," conveys the presence of an emperor wielding absolute power with an intense gaze that seems to overlook everything from his throne. The caption "I must divorce the empress" encapsulates Soviesh's transformation after suddenly announcing a divorce to Nabie, whom he had promised to spend his life with. It raises curiosity about what the emperor, who possesses everything, will lose through his own choice.

Lee Jong-seok, portraying "Heinrey," completes the mysterious and captivating aura of a prince in a fleeting moment as he is about to kiss someone's hand. His line, "It is an honor to meet you. My queen," along with his appearance before "Nabie," signals the beginning of a new relationship and heightens curiosity.

Lee Se-young, who plays "Rasta," beams with a bright smile, fully displaying her fresh energy and dazzling beauty. The caption "Rasta is so happy these days!" reflects Rasta's current state: having escaped from being a runaway slave to receiving the emperor's favor and enjoying dreamlike happiness. Attention focuses on how far Rasta's ambitions will go after achieving a sudden rise in social status.

Meanwhile, "The Reborn Empress" will be released exclusively on Disney+ on November 4.

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