Zhu Jingxu (朱镜旭)

Zhu Jingxu (Jasper) carved out his space as a fresh face in Chinese entertainment by blending two distinct paths to fame: polished acting training and reality-show exposure. A graduate of the prestigious Beijing Film Academy, he first stepped into the spotlight through the 2019 idol survival show The Next — the very program that launched multiple members of the now-famous boy band NewStorm. Backed by Dawang Entertainment, this rising actor caught public attention with a dual charm of professional training and stage charisma. This rare combination allowed him to earn buzz not from a single explosive role but as one of the industry's most promising "fresh face" performers. His lead performance in the 2024 fantasy romance The Moon and the Nightfall marked his true arrival, winning over audiences with his expressive screen presence and natural performance instincts that separate him from the idol-turned-actor crowd. Breakthrough Role Zhu Jingxu's breakthrough came in June 2024 with the fantasy romance The Moon and the Nightfall (Yue Shang Chao Yan), a 24-episode iQiyi original that premiered exclusively on the platform.In the series, Zhu took on the lead role of Xiao Guigui, a character whose name conceals unexpected depths — behind a seemingly mischievous persona lay a journey of self-discovery and redemption.The series quickly gained traction among genre fans for its blend of supernatural intrigue and emotional storytelling. In a review spotlighting the show, critics noted that Zhu's "wonderful performance has already won the love and approval of the audience," highlighting how his ability to balance lighthearted moments with dramatic turns made Xiao Guigui one of the year's most memorable characters in the fantasy romance space.The role put him firmly on the radar of casting directors and viewers alike, securing him a string of subsequent leading roles in major projects including 749 Squad, Rooted in Success, and the upcoming series The Prince of Assassins. Public Perception In China's cutthroat entertainment landscape, Zhu Jingxu has steadily won the industry's respect as a dedicated craftsman and a performer of notable range. His filmography demonstrates a clear career arc: a breakout in the idol show circuit followed by steady accumulation of TV and film credits that prove his versatility. Those who have worked alongside him — from the set of The Moon and the Nightfall to the big-budget sci-fi feature 749 Squad (box office: 375 million yuan) — consistently remark on his quiet professionalism and willingness to immerse himself in roles without chasing shortcuts. Among audiences, he is increasingly seen as one of the most promising members of the 1999-born actor cohort, appreciated not just for his modeling-worthy looks — standing at 180 cm — but for a grounded work ethic that feels refreshing in an industry built on overnight sensations. While he may not yet be a household name, the public's perception tilts warmly toward "one to watch." With each new project, from the youth drama Grains of Time to the upcoming fantasy series He Comes from Tai'a Star, he chips away at the question of stardom — not by chasing viral fame, but by letting his work speak for itself.