7 Most Popular Chinese Artists with the Surname Zhang in 2025, Which One is Your Idol?

Kapanlagi.com - In the Chinese entertainment industry, the name “Zhang” seems to always bring good luck. Many talented artists with the surname Zhang have managed to capture the public's attention through their charm, acting talent, and works that have achieved high ratings on various platforms. They are known not only for their captivating looks but also for their ability to portray characters deeply in every drama they star in.

The year 2025 will be a proving ground for a lineup of artists with the surname Zhang to continue shining. From Zhang Linghe, who is at the peak of his career, to Vin Zhang, who consistently delivers impressive acting quality, each has their own distinct characteristics. Let’s get to know the seven most popular Chinese artists with the surname Zhang this year and the best dramas that have made their names soar!

1. Zhang Linghe

Zhang Linghe is a talented young actor who has started to rise to fame through costume and fantasy dramas, known for his outstanding visuals and rapidly developing acting skills. He successfully captured public attention through various leading roles in historical and xianxia dramas. Thanks to his popularity, he is now one of the top names among the new generation of Chinese drama fans.

The best dramas of Zhang Linghe based on high ratings on mydramalist:

1. Love Between Fairy and Devil
2. My Journey to You
3. Maiden Holmes

2. Zhang Ruonan

Zhang Ruonan is a talented young actress born in 1996 in Zhejiang, China, who started to gain widespread recognition through popular films and dramas and has increasingly praised performances. She successfully combines a sweet face with a strong character, quickly gaining a large fan base. Her career has continued to rise since her debut, and she is now one of the icons of the new generation of Chinese drama actresses.

Her best dramas include:

1. The First Frost (2025) — a phenomenal drama that significantly boosted her popularity.
2. A Date with the Future (2023) — a modern romantic drama.
3. My Love (2021) — although a film, it is one of her important works.

3. Zhang Miaoyi

Zhang Miaoyi - instagram.com/@zhangmiaoyi0913_

Zhang Miaoyi was born on September 13, 1998, in Zhejiang and is a young actress who began to stand out through several dramas and classic film adaptations. Despite facing early career criticism, she continued to develop and showcase great potential in various projects.

Her best dramas:

1. When I Fly Towards You (2023) — one of the dramas that has elevated her name.
2. Exclusive Fairytale (2023) — a quite popular youth drama.
3. Practice Daughter (2024) — a comedy-fantasy genre that shows another side of her acting.

4. Zhang Jingyi

Zhang Jingyi - instagram.com/@zhangjingyi_official

Zhang Jingyi (born July 10, 1999) is a Chinese actress and a graduate of the Beijing Film Academy who has been active since around 2018 and is now gaining recognition through her roles in business and historical dramas.

Her best dramas:

1. Blossoms in Adversity (2024)
2. Legend of Zang Hai (2025)
3. Lighter & Princess (2022)

5. Zhang Kangle

Zhang Kangle - instagram.com/@dear.zkl

Zhang Kangle, born August 31, 2001, in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, is a young actor who started his career through several films and series, and is now becoming more well-known in costume and historical dramas.

His best dramas:

Legend of The Female General
The Glory
Adventure Behind the Bronze Door

6. Zhang Wanyi

Zhang Wanyi - instagram.com/@wanyi.ning

Zhang Wanyi is a Chinese actor born in 1994 who has been active since 2016 and has appeared in several popular series.

His best dramas:

1. Lost You Forever — a relatively large and widely recognized drama.
2. The Rise of Ning — one of his modern works.
3. Are You The One — also mentioned in his list of works.

7. Vin Zhang (Zhang Bin Bin)

Vin Zhang - instagram.com/@zhangbinbin_

Vin Zhang (Zhang Bin Bin), born January 19, 1993, in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China, is an actor who has been involved in the industry for quite some time and is now gaining attention again through romantic costume dramas.

His best dramas:

1. The Blossoming Love (2025) — one of his latest dramas that has caught attention.
2. Rattan (2021) — a popular fantasy drama.
3. Storm Eye (2021) — an action-mystery drama that also garnered attention.

(kpl/chn)