Zhang Yu, formerly known as Zhang Xin, was born on September 25, 1982, in Guizhou Province, China. He is a talented film and television actor who graduated from the prestigious Art College of Guizhou University. Zhang Yu's acting career began in 2005 when he participated in the spy war drama "Blood Dawn," officially entering the entertainment industry. In 2008, he took on a role in the story film "Water Phoenix," showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In 2010, Zhang Yu played the leading role of Li Lei in the micro-film "Li Lei and Han Meimei," further solidifying his position in the industry. The following year, he starred in the story film "Hometown New Home," demonstrating his range as an actor. In 2012, he was featured in the love comedy movie "Entertainment is a circle," a departure from his previous dramatic roles.
Zhang Yu's impressive performance in the thriller movie "White Killing Machine" was released in 2015, followed by his starring role in the plot movie "An Elephant sitting Still" in 2017. His most notable role to date was in the movie "Dying to Survive" in 2018, for which he received the Best Supporting Actor award at the 55th Taiwan Film Golden Horse Award. Additionally, he won the Zhiren GQ annual character ceremony in the same year, a testament to his outstanding acting skills.
