Xu Zheng is a Chinese actor, director and filmmaker. Born on April 18, 1972, he is best known for directing, co-writing, co-producing and starring in “Lost in Thailand” (2012) and “Lost in Hong Kong” (2015), two of the highest-grossing films in China, and for acting in many comedy roles. Xu Zheng married actress Tao Hong, with whom he starred in the hit 2010 television series “Sunny Piggy,” in 2002.

Xu Zheng

Getting laid off, losing your life savings, and dealing with a family member's medical bills are all bad enough on their own – but unfortunately for programmer Gao Zhi Lei (Xu Zheng), they all hit at once, putting him in a precarious situation as he hides the truth of his misfortune from his wife Xiao Ni (Xin Zhi Lei) and daughter. In a desperate attempt to support his family, Zhi Lei takes a temporary job as a food delivery worker. As a newcomer to the demands of the gig economy, Zhi Lei struggles with unreasonable customer demands and relentless competition from other app companies, but finds solace and companionship among his fellow workers. However, when a new opportunity comes his way, Zhi Lei must decide whether he'll stick with his new friends or climb the corporate ladder. This film was adapted from the novel of the same name by Qing Ming.

Upstream

 Swimming Upstream

Gao Zhi Lei

Lao Bai (Xu Zheng), a divorced middle-aged painter, suddenly becomes the center of attention for three very different women: recently divorced Ms. Li (Ma Yi Li), wealthy Gloria (Ni Hong Jie) with a missing Taiwanese husband, and his own ex-wife Bei Bei (Wu Yue). Initially positioned as romantic rivals, these women gradually discover unexpected connections and potential friendship through their shared interactions with Lao Bai. As their relationships evolve, they challenge traditional expectations of female competition and rivalry. This 2021 Chinese comedy-drama explores the complex dynamics of modern relationships and unexpected female solidarity.

B for Busy

The Love & Friendship 

In this anthology of seven short films, directors explore modern China's history from the 1940s to the 2010s, featuring pivotal moments that shaped the nation. The stories range from an engineer organizing a national ceremony to a love-struck nuclear scientist, and include a young boy helping his neighborhood watch an Olympic volleyball match. Later segments cover significant events like the Hong Kong handover, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and a military parade commemorating the end of the Sino-Japanese War. Each film captures a unique slice of Chinese life, featuring performances by actors like Song Jia (Song Jia) and Ou Hao (Ou Hao). This is a 2019 Chinese anthology film directed by seven prominent directors, including Chen Kai Ge, Zhang Yi Bai, and Guan Hu.

My People, My Country

The Patriots Team

Cheng Yong (Xu Zheng), a divorced and struggling salesman of imported Indian aphrodisiacs, is desperate to fund his father's urgent surgery. When Lu Sihui (Tan Zhuo), a Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) patient, approaches him with a plan to smuggle illegal anti-CML drugs from India into China, Cheng Yong sees an opportunity to help patients and earn money. He begins smuggling life-saving medications, driven by growing empathy for those with devastating illnesses. As his underground business expands, Cheng Yong faces increasing risks from law enforcement determined to shut down illegal drug networks. Based on the real-life story of leukemia patient Lu Yong, this is a 2018 South Korean comedy-drama film directed by Wen Muye.

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