Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1982-09-25
- Born Place: Guizhou, China
Also Known As:
章宇, 章鑫, 장 위
Zhang Yu
Zhang Yu (章宇), born on September 25, 1982, in Guizhou, China, is a highly acclaimed Chinese actor known for his compelling and often gritty performances, particularly in independent and art-house cinema. He is considered a "drama addict" and has actively participated in and promoted independent films for about a decade. Zhang Yu gained significant critical attention for his roles in a series of powerful films released around 2018, including the Golden Horse Award-winning "An Elephant Sitting Still," "Dying to Survive" (for which he won the Asian Film Award for Best Supporting Actor), and "A Cool Fish." His ability to portray complex and nuanced characters has made him a respected figure in contemporary Chinese cinema. More recently, he has appeared in films such as "Snipers" (2022), "Nice View" (2022), "Record Without Words" (2023), "Her Story" (2024) as Xiao Ma, and "The One" (2024). He also has upcoming projects like "A Cool Fish 2" (2025) and "She's Got No Name" (2025).
