Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1974-10-18
- Born Place: Ningxia, China
Also Known As:
Li Nai-Wen, 李乃文, Lee Nai-Man, Li Nai-wen, Li Nai Wen
Li Naiwen
Li Naiwen (born October 18, 1974) is a highly esteemed Chinese character actor known for his remarkable versatility and consistent presence in major film and television productions. A graduate of the Central Academy of Drama (class of 1993), he spent the early part of his career establishing a solid reputation in theater before transitioning to the screen. Over the last two decades, he has become one of China's most reliable supporting actors, often described as a "gold medal supporting role" due to his ability to elevate every scene he is in. His notable works include the espionage drama Borrow Gun (2011), the dark comedy hit Dying to Survive (2018), and the critically acclaimed historical series The Qin Empire 4 (2020), where he played the statesman Li Si. In the 2025 historical film 731 (also released as Evil Unbound), Li Naiwen plays the pivotal role of Gu Boxuan. Starring alongside Jiang Wu and Wang Zhiwen, his character is central to the film's harrowing narrative regarding the biological warfare atrocities of Unit 731. His performance has been highlighted for its emotional gravity, helping to ground the film’s brutal subject matter in human tragedy. 2025 has been a particularly prolific year for Li, as he also starred in the high-profile drama series Northward and the crime thriller The People's Police, further cementing his status as a mainstay of contemporary Chinese media.
Person History
731 (2025)
2025