Xu Zhenzhen (徐轸轸)

Xu Zhenzhen first captured public attention as a contestant on the 2020 idol survival show Youth With You Season 2, but she has since carved out a steady career as a lead actress in the lucrative world of Chinese costume web dramas. With a background in broadcasting from Soochow University and a string of popular titles like Marry to the East Palace (《嫁东宫》) and Walk with You (《与君行》), she has become a familiar face in the sweet "ancient costume romance" genre.

Breakthrough Role

Her breakthrough came with the 2022 historical romantic comedy The Love of the Epoch (《姻缘大人请留步》), in which she starred alongside Xiao Yuliang. The series, which aired on Youku, helped establish her as a leading lady in the costume romance space. This was followed by a steady stream of lead roles in similar web dramas throughout 2023 and 2024, including The Secret Agent of the Imperial Palace: The Fate of Marriage (《大内密探之姻缘劫》), The Moon Over the East Palace (《月上东宫》), The Unconventional Mr. Xiao (《不一样的萧先生》), Marry to the East Palace, and Walk with You, solidifying her reputation as a reliable leading actress in the genre.

Public Perception

Currently, Xu Zhenzhen is recognized as a prolific and dedicated actress who has found her niche in costume web dramas. In October 2024, she was selected for the 10th "Wenrong Award" Young Actors Support Program, a sign of growing industry recognition. While she has yet to achieve widespread mainstream fame, she has built a loyal following through her consistent work. Her filmography also includes appearances in the fantasy series Douluo Continent: The Burning War (《斗罗大陆之燃魂战》) and the suspense drama Dangerous Fishing (《危险垂钓》). Known for her versatile dancing skills and her candid personality — she once openly addressed an on-screen "eye-roll" controversy during her Youth With You days — Xu Zhenzhen continues to build her career step by step.