Lee Jong-suk Teases 'Career-Defining Role' in Disney+'s 'The Remarried Empress'

Actor Lee Jong-suk is set to captivate audiences as Prince Heinri of the Western Kingdom in Disney+'s highly anticipated original series 'The Remarried Empress.' The star effortlessly embodies regal charm in his latest role.

Disney+ has ramped up excitement for the show by releasing character stills of Lee as the enigmatic Prince Heinri.

'The Remarried Empress' is a sweeping romantic fantasy that follows Empress Navier (Shin Min-a) of the Eastern Empire. After her husband, Emperor Sovieshu (Ju Ji-hoon), falls for a former slave named Rashta (Lee Se-young) and demands a divorce, Navier counters by requesting approval to remarry Prince Heinri. The series adapts a wildly popular web novel and webtoon that has amassed a staggering 2.97 billion views globally.

The newly released stills reveal Prince Heinri's complex nature. One image shows him wielding a sword with his face hidden, exuding an air of mystery and power. In another, he appears as part of a New Year's delegation to the Eastern Empire, charming viewers with his easy smile and gentle demeanor. Notably, Heinri's interactions with Navier are warm and open, while his confrontations with Sovieshu crackle with icy intensity, promising riveting on-screen tension.

Director Jo Soo-won praised Lee's performance, saying, "He's brought a completely fresh dimension to this character. His ability to convey so much through his eyes alone is remarkable." Writer Ye Ji-na added, "Lee perfectly captures Heinri's role as Navier's gateway to a new world. He's truly made the character his own."

Lee Jong-suk has consistently delivered standout performances in hit dramas like 'School 2013,' 'I Can Hear Your Voice,' 'Pinocchio,' 'W,' 'While You Were Sleeping,' and 'Big Mouth.' Known for his versatility, fans around the globe are eagerly anticipating Lee's foray into the romantic fantasy genre with 'The Remarried Empress.'

'The Remarried Empress,' featuring an all-star cast including Lee Jong-suk, Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon, and Lee Se-young, is set to premiere on Disney+ on November 4.