Is Ascent of an Empress coming back?

Ascent of an Empress ended on April 30, 2026. The series concluded after its 24th episode aired on that date. There are no upcoming episodes scheduled, and the show is no longer in production or on hiatus.

Ascent of an Empress was a Chinese drama and romance series that premiered in 2026. It was set in a dynasty where gifted individuals held both great power and faced oppression. The story followed Ji Mingyue, who was compelled to become empress amid rising political tensions. Alongside Helian Jin, a member of an enslaved clan, she navigated complex alliances, betrayal, and conflict as they sought to challenge corrupt officials and the emperor to forge a new future for their empire.

Its episodes had a runtime of approximately 18 minutes each.