Ascent of an Empress (Scripted, Chinese)
Genres: Drama, Romance
Status: Ended
Premiered: 2026-04-27
Ended: 2026-04-30
Network: iQIYI
Airs on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
In a dynasty where gifted individuals are both powerful and oppressed, Ji Mingyue is forced into the role of empress as political tensions rise. Alongside Helian Jin, a member of an enslaved clan, she navigates shifting alliances, betrayal, and war. Together, they rise against corrupt officials and ultimately challenge the emperor to reshape the empire's future.