{
  "id": 5761945,
  "title": "Why is 'The Remarried Empress' teaser already surpassing 10 million views?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/why-is-the-remarried-empress-teaser-already-surpassing-10-million-5761945",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T10:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260905/why-is-the-remarried-empress-teaser-already-surpassing-10-million-views"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The teaser for Disney+ original series The Remarried Empress has already accumulated over 10 million views, signaling strong potential for the show's success even before its official release. The anticipation surrounding the series is growing, not just within Korea but also among viewers outside the country. This has sparked questions about whether The Remarried Empress could become one of Disney+’s standout Korean original productions.\n\nThe series revolves around Navier, portrayed by Shin Min-a, the seemingly ideal empress of the fictional Eastern Empire. Her world is turned upside down when Emperor Sovieshu, played by Ju Ji-hoon, falls in love with Rashta, a runaway slave played by Lee Se-young. In response, Sovieshu decides to divorce Navier, but Navier demands a condition: she must be allowed to remarry Prince Heinrey, played by Lee Jong-suk, of the Western Kingdom. This sets the stage for an epic romance fantasy filled with themes of love, power, and revenge.\n\nThe foundation for The Remarried Empress is already solid. The story originated from a popular web novel of the same name, which was later adapted into a webtoon. This pre-existing fan base in Korea gives the series an early advantage. For a screen adaptation, having an established audience can be a significant boost.",
  "summary": "Disney+ original series \"The Remarried Empress\" is showing strong signs of becoming a hit even before its official release. Its teaser, unveiled ahead of the full series, has surpassed 10 million views. Expectations are also building among viewers outside Korea, raising questions about whether the series could establish itself as one of Disney+'s flagship Korean originals. Set to premiere in…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Why is 'The Remarried Empress' teaser already surpassing 10 million views?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/why-is-the-remarried-empress-teaser-already-surpassing-10-million",
        "published": "2026-09-05T10:47:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}