Fans of the popular Korean web novel, Who Made Me a Princess, can finally rejoice as the highly anticipated anime adaptation is set to hit screens in the near future. This exciting news was announced at the IQIYI World Conference on May 10, 2023, where a promotional video for the series was unveiled. The web novel has already garnered a dedicated following through its manga adaptation, and now fans are eagerly awaiting the anime version.
Anime adaptation announcement
🚨| 'Who Made me a Princess' is getting a donghua (chinese animation) adaptation!
Apparently the PV was uploaded on iqiyl chinese site and the release date is yet to be announced pic.twitter.com/M32p7O5QbT
— Shoujo Crave (@shoujocrave) May 10, 2023
During the IQIYI World Conference, it was officially announced that Who Made Me a Princess would be receiving a donghua adaptation, a form of Chinese animation, in 2024. The release of a promotional video for the donghua adaptation generated excitement among fans, who were thrilled to witness the beloved webtoon come to life.
The donghua adaptation is being produced by Coloured Pencil Animations, with Wang Wei serving as the director. While an exact release date for the donghua adaptation has yet to be announced, it is expected to debut in 2024. It is expected that further information regarding the release date and cast of the series will be provided on iQIYI’s official website and social media profiles.
Background of Who Made Me a Princess

Who Made Me a Princess originated as a popular web novel written by Plutus and illustrated by Spoon. The web novel gained a dedicated following due to its captivating story and endearing characters. Plutus’ engaging narrative and Spoon’s beautiful artwork combined to create a compelling reading experience.
Plot and Setting

The Who Made Me a Princess series takes us on a captivating journey alongside Athanasia de Alger Obelia, a South Korean girl who finds herself reincarnated into the world of a fictional story called The Lovely Princess. In this story, she assumes the role of the abandoned princess of the Obelian Empire.
- Athanasia’s fate takes a cruel turn when Claude de Alger Obelia, her own father in the tale, falsely accuses her of poisoning the beloved princess Jennette Margarita and tragically ends her life. In order to change her dreadful destiny, Athanasia believes she must form a loving bond with her new father.
The anime adaptation faithfully portrays the intricate plotlines and complex relationships from the web novel. Viewers will be drawn into the fascinating world of Who Made Me a Princess, filled with captivating characters and unpredictable twists.
Popularity of Who Made Me a Princess
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I made a fanart of Who made me a princess by Plutus and Spoon 💓 pic.twitter.com/aGWhuXryXQ— nxds (@nixiedus) March 1, 2019
The popularity of Who Made Me a Princess as a Korean webtoon has paved the way for its Donghua adaptation, generating much anticipation within the anime community.
The webtoon version of Who Made Me a Princess has gained immense popularity since its serialization on platforms like Ridibooks, Tappytoon, and Tapas, starting from December 20, 2017. Many fans have taken websites like twitter and tumblr to share their fanarts of the series and show their love towards the characters.
Scribble Athy and Tia from Who Made Me a Princess and The Abandoned Empress ❤️❤️ #scribble #fanart #webtoon #manhwa #theabandonedempress #whomademeaprincess #aristia #athanasia pic.twitter.com/uRC2pnPZz8
— Remahan Balado (@meirin_lyn) April 23, 2019
The story’s unique premise of a reincarnated protagonist trying to change her fate through building a relationship with her father has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. As the release date for the anime adaptation draws nearer, fans can’t wait to witness the stunning visuals and captivating storytelling that will bring this beloved webtoon to life on screen.
Stay tuned for further updates on the release date of the Who Made Me a Princess anime adaptation, and get ready to dive into a world of fantasy, intrigue, and heartfelt connections as Athanasia’s journey unfolds before your eyes.