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ZHANG JINGCHU

Actress
BORN February 2, 1980
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HEIGHT 5'5" (1.65 m)
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NATIONALITY China
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YEARS ACTIVE 2000 – Present
ZHANG JINGCHU

👤 BIOGRAPHY

Zhang Jingchu (张静初), born on February 2, 1980, is a Chinese film actress known for her versatility and international acclaim. She studied directing at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing and is fluent in English, having studied at the Beijing New Oriental Institute.

Raised in a modest countryside family, Zhang rose to prominence with her breakout role in Peacock (2005), directed by Gu Changwei, which won the Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. She went on to star in several critically acclaimed films, including Tsui Hark’s Seven Swords (2005), Derek Yee’s Protégé (2007), Florian Gallenberger’s John Rabe (2008), and Ann Hui’s Night and Fog (2009).

In 2005, Time magazine recognized Zhang as one of "Asia’s Heroes," cementing her status as a rising star in international cinema.

🗉 QUICK FACTS

  • Nick Name Zhang Jing-Chu
  • Born February 2, 1980
  • Height 5'5" (1.65 m)
  • Nationality China
  • Citizenship China
  • Education Central Academy of Drama
  • Current Status Active (Recently in A.I., Tiger Mom)
  • Years Active 2000 – Present
  • Occupation Actress
  • Family Background Private Family Background
  • Early Career Began active theatrical and commercial performances in early adulthood.
  • Partner Private
  • Children N/A
  • Social

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