Zhao Ziqi (赵子麒)

Zhao Ziqi, a classically trained actor-singer from Hunan Normal University, first emerged through the 2017 Super Boy competition . He steadily built his reputation with supporting roles in major productions, including the hit Love Like the Galaxy  and The Three Realms of the Three Lives . However, his true breakthrough came in 2023 when he landed a leading role in the acclaimed series I Am Nobody, where his performance as the charismatic yet humorous merchant Ying Baichi won over both audiences and critics . His growing presence in the emerging short-drama sector—with hits like Chenxing Ban Ni , The Marriage Emergency Room , and My Disciples Are All Big Demons —has demonstrated his remarkable versatility as he successfully navigates between traditional long-form dramas and the fast-paced world of micro-dramas.

Breakthrough Role

Zhao‘s breakthrough came with the 2022 historical drama Love Like the Galaxy (also known as The Starry Love) , where he played Cheng Shaogong—the gentle and bookish elder brother of the female lead Cheng Shaoshang . Though a supporting role, Zhao brought a quiet warmth and intellectual charm to the character, earning him widespread recognition and proving his ability to leave a lasting impression even within a large ensemble cast . The following year, he took on a much more prominent role in the wuxia comedy series I Am Nobody, playing Ying Baichi—a wealthy merchant who runs a trading company, yet secretly harbors a passion for poetry and gossip . With his humorous yet endearing portrayal, Zhao showcased a much wider acting range and firmly established himself as a reliable and versatile actor capable of handling both dramatic depth and lighthearted wit .

Public Perception

Zhao Ziqi is widely regarded in the industry as a dedicated and steadily rising young actor. His early career was shaped by his strong foundation in music and hosting—he participated in the talent show Super Boy and the variety program Brother, Don‘t Make Trouble as a member of the “preparatory host group,” where he was praised as a talent with both good looks and genuine potential . Described as a “handsome and highly capable singer” who naturally draws attention, Zhao has maintained a positive public image built on consistent work rather than controversy . While he has yet to achieve household-name status, his filmography reflects steady growth—from early appearances in The New City  and Struggle, Youth!  to notable roles in The Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty  and The Promise of Chang‘an . More recently, he has been expanding his presence in the micro-drama space with projects such as The Marriage Emergency Room —a legal drama produced with the guidance of the Beijing Municipal Radio and Television Bureau —and The Sixth Prince’s Second Son . Today, Zhao is seen as a versatile performer who has successfully transitioned from singing competitions to mainstream television and now to the rapidly growing short-drama format—an actor whose career is still on an upward trajectory, with the potential to reach even greater heights.