Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1980-11-13
- Born Place: Ha'er‘bing，Heilongjiang Province，China
Also Known As:
宋佳, 송가, Jia Song, 小宋佳, سونگ جیا, سانگ جیا
Song Jia
Song Jia (Chinese: 宋佳), often referred to as Xiao Song Jia (小宋佳, "Song Jia the younger") to distinguish her from an older actress of the same name, is a highly acclaimed Chinese actress and singer. Born on November 13, 1980, in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, she initially studied a traditional Chinese musical instrument, the liuqin, but ultimately chose to pursue acting, graduating from the Shanghai Theatre Academy.Song Jia made her debut in 2004 and quickly rose to prominence with her performance in Curiosity Kills the Cat (2006), earning a Golden Rooster Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She is celebrated for her diverse roles and her precise, genuine portrayals of characters, showcasing remarkable versatility. Her accolades include the Magnolia Award for Best Actress in 2012 for The Brink and again in 2025 for She and Her Girls, and the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress in 2013 for Falling Flowers, where she depicted the legendary writer Xiao Hong.Her extensive filmography spans both critically acclaimed and popular productions. Notable film roles include Red Cliff (2008), Bruce Lee, My Brother (2010), The Final Master (2015), Shock Wave (2017), The Shadow Play (2018), My Country, My Parents (2021), Chinese Doctors (2021), Ode to the Spring (2022), and Her Story (2024), where she played Wang Tiemei. On television, she has starred in numerous series such as The Brink (2012), Young Marshal (2015), A Lifelong Journey (2022), Pride and Price (2022), and She and Her Girls (2024), where she portrayed the influential educator Zhang Guimei. Song Jia has also released music as a singer and actively participates in various cultural and social initiatives, including being appointed a UNEP ambassador. Known for her unpretentious confidence and strong feminist voice, Song Jia is a highly respected and influential figure in Chinese cinema and television.
