Chloe Xie (谢可寅)

Once known as a member of the chart-topping idol group THE9, Xie Keyin (Shaking) has successfully pivoted to a promising acting career. What sets her apart is her audacious choice to play antagonists in major productions, shedding her girl-next-door image to bring to life complex, multidimensional villains. This bold reinvention has garnered significant attention and earned her recognition as the “Most Promising Young Actor”.

Breakthrough Role

In 2024, Xie Keyin’s portrayal of Cui Shijiu in the period drama The Legend of Jewelry (珠帘玉幕) proved to be a turning point. She played a neglected eldest daughter who often disguised herself as a man, eventually transforming into a seductive and calculating woman seeking revenge. Her performance, which captured both the character‘s ruthless cunning and inner vulnerability, was highly praised and won her the “Annual Potential Actor” award at the Weibo Vision Conference.

Public Perception

Xie Keyin currently occupies a unique space in the industry. She is seen as a resilient talent who remains undeterred by setbacks. While her acting is applauded for its energy and conviction, some critics note that she occasionally overacts. Despite this, her ability to choose diverse roles—from the young wife Dong Fan in The Child of Light (亲爱的小孩) to the scheming villain in The Legend of Jewelry—has proven her versatility. Ultimately, audiences and critics alike view her as a hard-working actress with tremendous potential, whose journey from idol to actress is well underway.