In the cinemas, television, or OTT platforms, Chinese actors have contributed majorly. They are talented, have a refreshing style of their own, and are best at what they do. That being said, you must have wondered who might have had the most eye-catching contribution to the entertainment world; hence, here is a list of the most renowned Chinese actors you must know.
1. Jackie Chan
When we talk about the most renowned, the first person who comes to mind is none other than Fang Shilong, popularly known as Jackie Chan. He is an actor from Hong Kong, a martial artist, a stuntman, and a filmmaker known for his acrobatics and slapstick comedy. He has done more than 150 films till date. Some of his well-known movies are Rush Hour, The Karate Kid and Rob-B-Hood.
2. Jet Li
Li Lianjie, popularly known as Jet Li is another famous actor known worldwide for his extraordinary acting skills. Apart from being an actor, he is also a martial artist, film producer and retired Wushu champion. His career soon took off like a “Jet” – the title he got for his speed and grace. Some of his movies are Shaolin Temple and Fist of Legend.
3. Michelle Yeoh
Michelle Yeoh Choo Kheng is a Malaysian-Chinese actress who rose to fame after starring in many action-based films in Hong Kong. She has given remarkable performances in all the films she has worked in and remains to be a memorable character each time. Some of her notable movies are Crazy Rich Asians, Tomorrow Never Dies and, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
4. Wang Yibo
He is well known to many people, especially, if they love C-dramas and kpop. Wang Yibo is a rapper, actor, and dancer who is also a part of a South Korean and Chinese group called Uniq. He is well known for his drama The Untamed.
5. Xing Fei
Fair Xing, popularly known as Xing Fei became a well-known face after coming to the variety program called “Grade One Freshman”. After that, she was recruited for roles in many famous dramas and shows, some examples being Put Your Head On My Shoulder and, Master Devil Do Not Kiss Me.
6. Zhang Han
Widely known as “Hans”, Zhang debuted in the idol drama “Let’s Watch Meteor Shower” shortly after graduating from his acting academy. Ever since then, he has starred on many shows and in June 2014, he created a “Zhang Han Studio” of his own.
7. Zhao Jinmai
Zhao Jinmai must be one of the freshest and sweetest faces in the Chinese entertainment industry. While, reasonably young (19), she has already made a significant impact on the C-Drama industry while showing off her skills in dramas like A Little Thing Called First Love and Balala the Fairies.
8. Bai Jingting
Jingting made his acting debut in 2014 with the web series Back In Time. Ever since his first drama, he caught the eye of both Eastern and Western audiences and, went on to work on further noteworthy dramas called The Whirlwind Girl, Rush to the Dead Summer and, the most recent of his works, Reset.
9. Lai Kuan-lin
Out of all the notable and well-known Chinese actors, Kuan-lin probably does not need an introduction. He was recruited by Cube Entertainment and then he rose to fame in “Produce 101 Season 2”. After that, he was a part of the famous South Korean boy band Wanna One and gradually made his debut in the world of Chinese drama after the group disbanded in 2018. His acting career finally took flight in 2019 with the drama “A Little Thing Called First Love”.
10. Lin Yi
Lin Yi is a Chinese actor and model who was discovered by an agent of Tangren Media Co. Ltd in 2015 while he was still in his first year. He ultimately rose to fame in 2019 with the drama “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” which gained him a massive fanbase, both in China and overseas.
