Daxing Zhang

Daxing Zhang

Personal Details

Biography

Daxing Zhang's illustrious acting career began with a pivotal role in Bernardo Bertolucci's esteemed film, "The Last Emperor". This marked the starting point of his journey in the entertainment industry, which would soon take him to the vibrant city of Los Angeles in the late 1990s.

Upon arriving in Los Angeles, Daxing quickly made a name for himself by working on numerous high-profile network TV projects and studio features. His impressive resume includes notable films such as Warner Brothers' groundbreaking sci-fi epic, "The Matrix", and Sony Pictures' action-packed franchise, "Charlie's Angels" (I & II),where he excelled in both acting and action unit management.

As a seasoned writer/producer, Daxing spent over two decades honing his craft, bringing his creative vision to the forefront. One of his most notable credits includes serving as a key creative producer on Keanu Reeves' directorial debut film, "Man of Tai Chi".

After a hiatus from acting, Daxing returned to the spotlight in 2024, taking on starring roles in Meng-hung Chong's "The Embers" and Jan. P. Matusyinski's "Minghun". In the latter, he played the second lead opposite Marcin Dorocinski, one of Poland's most renowned lead actors.

For those unfamiliar with his name, Daxing's pronunciation is often compared to the opening word in the classic holiday tune, "Jingle Bells". Prior to his entry into the entertainment industry, Daxing received his B.A. degree from Middlebury College in Vermont, having initially attended Renmin University in Beijing, China.

Career

2016
Pali Road
Pali Road as Officer Lee
2014
Outcast
Outcast as Elderly General
2003
1997
Red Corner
Red Corner as Procurator Ma
1987
The Last Emperor
The Last Emperor as Tough Warder
2018
2012