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Go Princess Go
Promotional poster
GenreRomance
Comedy
Historical
Time-travel
Based onGo Princess Go by Xian Chen
Written byQin Shuang
Shang Menglu
Directed byLu Hao Ji Ji
StarringZhang Tianai
Sheng Yilun
Yu Menglong
Jiang Qilin
Guo Junchen
Opening theme"Can Miss But Not Say" by Cui Zige
Ending theme"The Past of the Future" by Sheng Yilun
Country of originChina
Original languageMandarin
No. of episodes36
Production
ProducersZhang Shao
Gan Wei
Production locationsXiangshan Movie & Television Town
Running time30 mins
Production companyLe Young Pictures
Original release
NetworkLeTV
Release13 December 2015 (2015-12-13)
Related
Mr. Queen

Go Princess Go (Chinese: 太子妃升职记; pinyin: Tàizǐfēi Shēngzhí Jì) is a 2015 Chinese streaming series produced by and aired on the streaming service LeTV. The story was adapted from the novel of the same name by Xian Chen. The series stars Zhang Tianai, Sheng Yilun, Yu Menglong, Jiang Qilin and Guo Junchen in the lead roles. It premiered in December 2015 with 35 episodes.[1][2] The show incorporates various themes such as time travel, bisexuality and gender identity.[1] A third of the show was censored in China.

Synopsis

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A modern playboy travels back in time 1,000 years to find himself in the body of a royal princess. As a man inside a woman's body, he enjoys flirting and touching his husband's concubines with little impunity. Once he discovers his more feminine side, he truly falls in love with his husband.[1]

The show has three endings: the original, and the series has two alternate endings. One of them was filmed long after the first two. It is a parody of historical dramas.

Cast

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Main

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A modern playboy travels back in time 1,000 years and finds himself in the body of the crown princess.
Crown Prince. An intelligent and cunning man of few words.
Ninth Prince. A gentle and sophisticated man with intricate and complex thoughts. He goes against Qi Sheng in political affairs, as well as compete for Zhang Pengpeng's love with him.
  • Jiang Qilin as Prince Zhao[6]
A man who appears foolish but hides a complex train of thought. He appears to be at odd with Qi Sheng, but actually works together with him to bring down Qi Han. He marries Lu Li.
Son of a general. Qi Han's closest aide.

Supporting

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  • Hai Ling as Lu Li[6]
Zhang Pengpeng's personal attendant. A bright, straightforward and loyal girl.
  • An Yongchang as Jiang Yingyue
Prince Zhao's wife. She has an illicit relationship with Qi Sheng.
Qi Sheng's attendant. He likes Lu Li.
  • Zai Yishu as Huang Liangyuan
  • Cheng Xiaojin as Chen Liangdi
  • Zheng Shuhuai as Wang Shaoxun
  • Hu Yue as Li Chengxun
  • Sun Fengzheng as Eunuch Li – A
  • Sun Fengzhao as Eunuch Li – B
  • Chen Hao as Yang Yu
Yang Yan's father.
  • Chai Wei as Zhang Lingling
Zhang Pengpeng's niece. Yang Yan's wife.
  • Xu Yiwen as Zhang's mother
  • Zhang Chen as Doctor Song
  • Ben Jieming as Guard Li
  • Wang Wenqiang as Guard
  • Zhou Le as Guard
  • Liu Yining as Deliveryman

Production

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The drama's adaptation rights were bought in 2012 by producer Gan Wei, and pre-production started in 2014.[9] The series is directed by Lu Hao Ji Ji and written by Qin Shuang, who kept the main structure of the storyline but made considerable changes to better fit the screenplay adaptation and increase the pacing and fluidity.[10] Due to the short production time of 70 days, insufficient time and funds were used to prepare the props, and product placements have to be inserted into the show.

The series began filming at Xiangshan Movie & Television Town in August 2015.[11]

Soundtrack

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No.TitleSingersLength
1."Can Miss But Not Say (可念不可说)"Cui Zige 
2."Whirlpool (漩涡)"Sheng Yilun 
3."The Future of the Past (以前的以后)"Sheng Yilun 
4."Tell Me The Future (告诉我未来)"Guo Junchen 
5."Warm Heart (暖心)"Diao Lili 

Reception

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Despite its low budget of 20 million yuan (US$3 million) and cast of amateur actors, the show became highly successful and was termed as a "viral internet comedy".[1][12][13] The show has generated over $1.5 million (41 million yuan) in profit, 50,000 paid subscribers, 2.2 million new memberships, and had over 2.6 billion views in total.[1] At one point the show was a No. 1 trending topic on Weibo for 10 consecutive days.[14]

Critics attribute the success of the show to its short length of 30 minutes, thus appealing to younger audience with shorter attention span. Also, the show was broadcast online and allowed viewers to post comments and discuss the storyline with others, making the watching experience more interactive.[13] The transgender angle also makes the series more topical, helping break down barriers in discussing gender change and homosexuality.[13] Oppositely, the series has been criticized for being "lousy" and appealing to "low-brow tastes".[13]

However, it has suffered from interference by Chinese censors. The show was taken offline on January 20, 2016 following a request by the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television. It has been speculated that this is due to the censors' dislike of sexual scenes, vulgar language[1] and time-travel themes. The show was made available again around January 28, 2016, with a number of cuts, roughly about a third of the show – "seven to eight minutes in each episode".[14] As of 2016 LeTV was considering a movie sequel to the show.[14]

Sequel

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In July 2023, a sequel was aired, first titled "Go Princess Go2", and later retitled "The Princess and The Werewolf" (Chinese: 郎君不如意; pinyin: Láng jūn bùrúyì) as a comedic romance spin on the Beauty and the Beast fairy tale, in which the daughter of the couple in Go Princess GO, finds herself abducted by a seductive Wolf king. King Kui Mulang wishes to marry her so he can safely recover his "power pearl", that she accidentally swallowed. Filming period: 2021-Jun-29 to 2021-Sep-29. The TV series aired on the Youku platform on July 20, 2023, for 30 episodes until August 18. It was directed by Cheng Feng and stars Chen Zheyuan as Kui Mulang/Li Xiong for the shape shifting wolf, and Wu Xuanyi as princess Qipa.[15] The show reached 7000 popularity index on Youku on July 23, 2023.[16]

Awards and nominations

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Award Category Nominee Result Ref.
1st Golden Guduo Media Awards Most Popular Web Series Go Princess Go Won [17]
Best Actress (Web series) Zhang Tian'ai Won
Weibo Fans' Choice Popularity Award Won
1st Asia New Media Film Festival Best Cinematography (Web series) Go Princess Go Won [18]
2016 ENAwards Top Ten Web series Won [19]

Remake

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In June 2018, it was announced that the drama will have a Korean remake which will be helmed by Fox Networks Group Asia Pacific and Endeavor China together with YG STUDIOPLEX and LYD Networks.[20] Two years since the announcement, it was picked up by local pay TV channel tvN but only YG STUDIOPLEX and LYD Networks (which became an investor instead of a co-production role due to financial difficulty) went on for the project with new production partners, CJ ENM's Studio Dragon and independent company Crave Works.

The adaptation, titled Mr. Queen, aired on tvN on December 12, 2020.

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Go Princess Go (Chinese: 太子妃升职记; pinyin: Tài zǐ fēi shēng zhí jì), also known as The Crown Princess' Promotion Record, is a 2015 Chinese that follows the story of a modern-day who, after drowning in an accident, time-travels and awakens in the body of a in ancient , navigating politics and reversals. Adapted from the web novel of the same name by author Qian Chen, the series was produced by LeTV and directed by Gan Wei, starring Zhang Tianai as the titular princess (originally Zhang Peng in male form) alongside Sheng Yilun as the crown prince Qi Sheng. Premiering on December 31, 2015, it consists of 30 episodes, each around 45 minutes, and quickly amassed over 1.5 billion views online within days of release due to its irreverent humor, anachronistic , and exploration of transgender-like identity swaps in a historical setting. The series gained a for its bold satirical elements, including depictions of bodily functions, sexual innuendos, and critiques of imperial intrigue, which contrasted sharply with typical restrained dramas, though critics noted its low production values and reliance on . However, its rapid popularity led to regulatory intervention; just weeks after launch, Go Princess Go was removed from streaming platforms by Chinese authorities citing concerns over "bad taste" and content harmful to public s, including vulgarity and unconventional portrayals of royalty and . This sparked discussions on creative freedom in China's web drama industry, with producers denying moral violation claims but complying with the directive, resulting in an edited version later approved for limited release. Despite the ban, the show's influence persisted, inspiring fan recreations, international remakes like the Korean , and attempts at sequels, underscoring its role in pushing boundaries for online serialized content in the mid-2010s.

Plot and Premise

Core Synopsis

Go Princess Go (太子妃升职记) centers on Zhang Peng, a promiscuous modern-day who, while evading pursuit by three former girlfriends during a party on August 15, 2015, falls into a , suffers a , and time-travels approximately 1,000 years into the past. He awakens in the body of Zhang Pengpeng of the Great Qi dynasty, a arranged in a politically motivated to the arrogant and uninterested Qi Sheng. Retaining his male consciousness and habits within this female form, the exploits the privileges of her royal status to pursue romantic and physical attractions toward women, while employing cunning strategies rooted in contemporary sensibilities to sidestep marital obligations and imperial protocols. This leads to a series of comedic mishaps, flirtations, and power plays amid rivalries and court conspiracies, as "she" maneuvers to consolidate influence and potentially ascend beyond the crown princess role. The narrative unfolds over 35 episodes, blending time-travel transmigration with gender-bender elements in a setting.

Key Narrative Elements

The primary narrative mechanism in Go Princess Go revolves around soul transference and time displacement. The protagonist, Zhang Peng, a modern-day , experiences an or near-death incident during a poolside escapade—variously described as while evading pursuing women or being struck unconscious—resulting in his inhabiting the body of Ma Zhaodi, a from a fictional ancient Chinese dynasty set roughly 1,000 years prior. This unexplained event propels the story, blending elements of fantasy with without delving into causal explanations for the phenomenon. Central to the plot is the inversion trope, where Zhang Peng's masculine psyche and behaviors contrast sharply with his female physical form and societal role as , betrothed to the . This mismatch generates comedic tension through anachronistic attitudes, such as the protagonist's casual flirtations with palace maidens rooted in his original male identity, and struggles with feminine expectations like and court etiquette. The narrative leverages this for humor via scenarios and identity concealment, while exploring adaptation to imperial constraints. Palace intrigue forms a key dramatic backbone, involving scheming concubines, familial betrayals, and power contests within the royal household that test the protagonist's resourcefulness. Romantic developments, particularly the evolving dynamic with the crown prince, introduce layers of ambiguity and affection complicated by the body-soul dissonance, hinting at homoerotic undertones without explicit resolution. Supporting subplots feature sibling rivalries and alliances, amplifying themes of survival and manipulation in a hierarchical environment. The series employs episodic structure with escalating stakes, from personal survival to influencing dynastic events, underscored by visual gags and dialogue blending modern slang with period vernacular for satirical effect. This fusion of comedy, romance, and light distinguishes the narrative, adapting tropes from web novels while emphasizing character-driven conflicts over historical accuracy.

Cast and Characters

Main Cast

Go Princess Go (2015) features a core ensemble portraying characters in a gender-bending historical set in a fictional ancient dynasty. leads as Zhang Pengpeng, the crown princess whose body houses the soul of modern playboy Zhang Peng after a fatal accident transports his a into the past. (also known as Peter Sheng) plays Qi Sheng, the crown prince and reluctant husband to Zhang Pengpeng, navigating political ambitions and unexpected affections amid the ensuing chaos. Yu Menglong portrays Jiu Wang (Prince Nine), a cunning ninth prince whose alliances and rivalries with the crown prince add layers of intrigue and romantic tension. Supporting the leads, Jiang Qilin embodies Qi Ming (also referred to as Lord Zhao or Prince Zhao), a scheming noble involved in courtly deceptions and power plays. Guo Junchen depicts Yang Yan (or Yang Su), a loyal yet conflicted advisor whose dual loyalties influence key plot developments. These , selected for their ability to blend comedic timing with dramatic depth, deliver performances that highlight the series' exploration of identity, gender roles, and palace politics through exaggerated, satirical lenses. The casting emphasized youthful talent from China's entertainment scene, contributing to the ' viral appeal despite its low-budget production.

Supporting Cast

Yu Menglong portrays the Ninth Prince, a charismatic yet scheming royal who navigates politics and forms tactical alliances amid 's turmoil. Jiang Qilin plays Prince Zhao (Qi Ming), a rival prince entangled in romantic and political betrayals, often highlighted for his vulnerability in schemes. Guo Junchen depicts Yang Yan, the servant whose steadfast loyalty and comedic interactions provide key support to the protagonist's predicaments. Hai Ling embodies Lu Li, a attendant serving as an ally and source of counsel within the crown princess's household. Additional supporting roles include An Yongchang as Jiang Yingyue, a figure in the imperial entourage, and as Jiang Gonggong, contributing to the harem's dynamics and hierarchies. These characters drive the series' blend of intrigue and humor through their interactions in the ancient Chinese setting.

Production

Development and Adaptation

Go Princess Go (太子妃升职记) originated as an adaptation of the web novel The Promotion Record of a Crown Princess (太子妃升职记), written by Chinese author Xian Chen under the pen name of Sun Yingying from Hebei province. The novel, a gender-bending time-travel story involving a modern man reincarnated as a princess in ancient China, gained popularity online prior to the series' production. The series was developed and produced by LeTV (Le.com) through its affiliate LeYoung Pictures, founded by producer Gan Wei, with a reported of $15,000 per across its initial 37 episodes released starting December 13, 2015. This low- approach aligned with the emerging model of Chinese web dramas, prioritizing rapid production and online distribution over high-cost traditional television formats. The retained core elements of the novel's satirical premise—a transported into a crown princess's body amid palace intrigue—but condensed the narrative for episodic web viewing, emphasizing comedic and homoerotic tropes. Following the series' viral success, generating over 30 million online views, producer Gan Wei announced plans for a series and a theatrical in February 2016. These extensions aimed to capitalize on the original's popularity despite regulatory scrutiny, though the 's development was impacted by subsequent actions that removed the series from Chinese platforms in 2016. The franchise also inspired international interest, including discussions for remakes such as a Korean .

Filming and Technical Aspects

Go Princess Go was filmed primarily at Xiangshan Global Studios in Zhejiang Province, , utilizing the facility's extensive historical sets and backlots to depict the fictional ancient dynasty. The production schedule spanned approximately 80 days for its 35 episodes, longer than the standard 60 days for comparable dramas, enabling refinements to and performances central to the . The series operated on a constrained budget of roughly 900,000 RMB (about ), reflecting its status as an independent web drama rather than a high-end broadcast production. This limited funding manifested in economical designs, minimal set decorations, and reliance on practical locations over elaborate builds, contributing to the show's unvarnished, satirical tone. Technical execution emphasized actor-driven humor, with the gender transformation achieved through Wei Chen's portrayal in period female attire rather than digital effects or prosthetics. Episodes averaged 25-30 minutes, optimized for streaming platforms like LeTV, prioritizing rapid pacing and clip-friendly scenes over cinematic polish.

Release and Censorship

Initial Release

Go Princess Go premiered on the Chinese streaming platform LeTV on December 13, 2015, marking its initial release as a consisting of 35 episodes. The episodes were made available online daily from through , allowing for rapid consumption by viewers. This digital-first distribution model enabled the series to reach a wide audience without the constraints of traditional television scheduling. The production, adapted from the web novel The Promotion Record of a Crown Princess by Xian Cheng, featured low-budget elements including sets, yet garnered immediate attention for its unconventional premise involving and gender swapping. Within 48 hours of launch, the series achieved substantial click-through rates, signaling strong initial viewer interest in its comedic and satirical content. LeTV's platform facilitated this quick uptake, positioning Go Princess Go as an early example of viral web drama success in prior to subsequent regulatory interventions.

Government Censorship and Bans

In January 2016, China's State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (SAPPRFT) ordered the removal of all 37 episodes of Go Princess Go from major online streaming platforms, including LeTV and Youku, as part of a broader crackdown on web dramas featuring homosexual themes. The series' portrayal of gender transformation—wherein the male protagonist inhabits a female body after time travel—and implied same-sex relationships violated a 2015 SAPPRFT regulation prohibiting depictions of "abnormal sexual relations or sexual behavior such as incest, homosexuality, perversion, sexual assault, sexual abuse, and sexual violence" in online audiovisual content. Following the ban, producers re-edited the series, excising over one-third of the original footage, including scenes involving explicit gender-bending humor and romantic entanglements between characters of the same biological sex, before reposting a sanitized version on select platforms later in 2016. This censored iteration omitted key narrative elements that had contributed to the show's viral popularity, such as direct references to and , reducing its runtime and altering plot coherence. No formal government bans occurred outside China, though adaptations like the South Korean series Queen (2017), based on the same source novel, faced pre-release criticism for similar content but proceeded to air without official prohibition. The Chinese censorship reflected broader regulatory efforts under President Xi Jinping to control online media narratives on sexuality and gender, prioritizing state-approved moral standards over artistic expression.

Reception and Impact

Critical and Audience Reception

"Go Princess Go" (太子妃升职记) received widespread acclaim from audiences for its bold comedic take on gender-bending tropes and historical , achieving viral popularity shortly after its online release despite a modest production budget. The series amassed millions of views rapidly, outperforming higher-budget contemporaries like "Legend of Miyue" in viewer engagement metrics. On platforms such as , it earned an 8.2 out of 10 rating from users, reflecting strong grassroots appeal driven by its irreverent humor and unconventional narrative. Critics and reviewers highlighted the drama's innovative fusion of modern anachronisms with ancient palace intrigue, praising its elements and satirical edge as refreshing within the costume genre. One described it as a "campy show" blending romcom, , and while subtly addressing themes like and through exaggerated scenarios. However, some critiques noted inconsistencies, such as a shift from lighthearted to heavier dramatic tones in later episodes, which occasionally felt forced. Overall scores varied, with professional reviews averaging around 3 out of 5 for its wacky execution, though its parody style was commended for pushing genre boundaries. Audience feedback emphasized the series' entertainment value and the standout performance of lead actress , who was lauded for embodying the male protagonist's persona convincingly amid the gender-swap premise. Fans on forums and review sites hailed it as a "must-see" for its over-the-top weirdness and fresh time-travel twist, fostering a dedicated following that sustained its cult status even after regulatory removal from official platforms. Viewer ratings on aggregator sites like MyDramaList and reflected this enthusiasm, with scores of approximately 8 and 6.6 out of 10, respectively, underscoring its appeal to those seeking escapist, boundary-pushing content over polished production values. The drama's reception was amplified by word-of-mouth, proving that audacity could drive success independent of financial investment.

Awards and Nominations

At the first Golden Guduo Network Film and Television Awards ceremony on August 18, 2016, lead actress received the Best Actress in a Web Drama award for her as the modern playboy Zhang Peng and the transformed Zhang Pengpeng. She also won the Fans' Choice Popularity Drama Star award for the same performance, reflecting the series' strong online fan engagement despite its low production budget and subsequent censorship. No other major awards or nominations for the cast or production were reported from established industry events.

Themes and Analysis

Satirical and Comedic Elements

The comedic foundation of Go Princess Go relies on the central gender-swap premise, where modern Zhang Peng awakens in the body of a consort, leading to humor derived from his retained male clashing with ancient protocols and female . This setup generates sequences, such as awkward encounters with chamber pots and failed attempts to assert dominance in a female-dominated environment, amplified by the protagonist's profane, anachronistic outbursts amid formal imperial speech. Satire emerges through parody of historical palace dramas, exaggerating tropes like scheming concubines and rigid hierarchies via the protagonist's irreverent, modern sensibilities—such as applying contemporary business tactics to feudal politics or mocking customs with crude innuendos. The series critiques norms by depicting the man's internal resistance to subservience, resulting in farcical reversals where he gropes female servants or navigates unwanted consummation with the crown prince, blending with commentary on sexual power dynamics. Later episodes shift from overt to black humor, including repeated attempts by the trapped Zhang Peng, played for laughs with upbeat scoring and frantic interventions, underscoring the premise's inherent absurdity without resolving into earnest . This campy fusion of romance, intrigue, and drew praise for its unfiltered take on incongruous elements, though it prompted for explicit content like implied same-sex encounters and bodily function gags.

Portrayal of Gender and Sexuality

Go Princess Go centers on a gender-bender premise in which the modern Zhang Peng time-travels and awakens in the body of the ancient Zhang Pengpeng, using the soul-body dissonance to generate through clashes with traditional expectations in a environment. The protagonist's male mindset leads to humorous rejections of feminine attire, , and roles, such as initial discomfort with menstrual cycles and toilet customs, exaggerating physiological and behavioral differences between sexes for effect. This setup reinforces stereotypes of innate distinctions, portraying women as instinctively nurturing while the swapped character gradually adopts such traits, including becoming a devoted and maternal figure to secure political position. On sexuality, the series depicts attractions as body-determined rather than soul-fixed, with Zhang Peng, originally heterosexual toward women, consummating the with the Prince and developing genuine romantic affection for him, as evidenced in a pivotal mirror scene of identity acceptance. Bisexual undertones emerge through the protagonist's concurrent emotional ties to the Prince (heterosexual from the female body's perspective) and Prince 9 (potentially homosexual from the male soul's viewpoint), creating layered romantic tensions in a polygamous court dynamic. These elements, including androgynous character portrayals blending with , represent a rare prominent depiction of fluid attractions in Chinese television, prioritizing lighthearted over in-depth psychological exploration of . The comedic treatment, while boundary-pushing in a censored media landscape—leading to one-third of episodes being cut for and implied homosexual content—ultimately aligns with biological essentialism, as the protagonist's adaptation underscores sex-based instincts overriding original male preferences. This approach garnered popularity for subverting tropes but drew regulatory scrutiny, reflecting tensions between entertainment innovation and state controls on non-normative sexuality portrayals in 2015-2016 .

Adaptations and Legacy

In February 2016, producer Gan Wei announced plans for a sequel series and a theatrical of Go Princess Go, citing the original's viral popularity on platforms like LeTV despite its low of approximately 200,000 yuan per episode. These projects aimed to capitalize on the series' unconventional humor involving body-swap elements, though the ultimately did not proceed to production. A series, initially titled Go Princess Go 2 and later released as Lang Jun Bu Ru Yi (translated as The Unideal Husband or The Princess and the Werewolf), premiered on in July 2023. Starring as Princess Qi Pa—a character who awakens in a unfamiliar body—and Chen Zhe Yuan, the 36-episode production adapts the novel to the original, extending the satirical premise into themes of and elements like lore within a setting. Directed by Cheng Feng, it maintained a comedic tone akin to the predecessor but faced mixed reception for diverging into romance-heavy plotting. No further sequels or related adaptations have been officially announced as of October 2025, though the 2023 series' availability on streaming platforms has sustained fan discussions about potential expansions. Related projects include indirect influences, such as the 2020 Korean series , which employs a similar modern man-in-historical-woman's-body trope but originates from a distinct script rather than direct adaptation.

Remakes and International Influence

Go Princess Go served as the basis for the South Korean television series , which premiered on tvN on December 12, 2020, and ran for 20 episodes until February 22, 2021. The adaptation retains the core narrative of a contemporary man—here, a chef named Jang Bong-hwan—whose soul inhabits the body of a dynasty , Kim So-yong, resulting in humorous clashes between modern sensibilities and historical palace intrigue. Starring in the dual role and Kim Jung-hyun as King Cheoljong, achieved nationwide viewership ratings peaking at 17.371% according to Nielsen Korea, marking it as one of the highest-rated cable dramas in South Korean history at the time. Plans for a Korean remake were first announced in June 2018, with production involving partnerships such as Asia and Endeavor , though emerged as the realized version under different studios. Unlike the original's explicit content, which led to its partial , the Korean adaptation emphasized elements while navigating local broadcasting standards, contributing to its broad appeal. The international success of Mr. Queen—including availability on platforms like Netflix—highlighted Go Princess Go's influence in exporting the gender-swap time-travel comedy trope to global audiences, sparking discussions on cross-cultural adaptations of Chinese web dramas. This remake exemplified an emerging trend of Korean remakes of Chinese series, fostering momentum for further collaborations despite historical tensions, such as anti-China sentiments that occasionally affected reception. No other major international remakes have been produced, though the original's premise has inspired fan comparisons and recommendations in online drama communities across Asia.

Recent Developments

In 2023, the drama The Princess and the Werewolf (郎君不如意) premiered on from July 20 to August 9, featuring 30 episodes and starring as the male lead and as the female lead; the series is regarded by producers and audiences as a to Go Princess Go, centering on the of the original protagonists amid themes of abduction, , and elements like werewolves. On September 11, 2025, Yu Menglong, who portrayed the Eighth Prince in Go Princess Go, died at age 37 following a fall from a building in ; his agency confirmed the death and stated that investigations found no signs of criminal involvement. The incident sparked widespread tributes from fans and renewed discussions of his breakthrough role in the 2015 series, which highlighted his comedic timing amid the production's gender-bending narrative. Some online speculation alleged foul play or cover-up linked to broader political pressures in , though official reports attributed it to an .

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