Cheng Yi is a Chinese actor and singer who was born in Hunan Province, China, on May 17, 1990. He studied at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, and made his acting debut while still at college, appearing in the television series “Beauty World” (2011). He graduated in 2012, and then went on to make his film debut in “Haunting Love.” He appeared in the hit series “Noble Aspirations” in 2016, and followed up with the movie “The Big Rescue” (2018). He also played one of the lead roles in “Explore with the Note” (2019) – the follow-up to “The Lost Tomb” (2015). He made his solo music debut with the single “Goodbye to the Past” in 2017.

Cheng Yi

Tencent Video, IQIYI

Xiao Ming Ming (Cheng Yi) has grown tired of the daily grind of life, seeking to escape through an online fantasy martial arts novel. Suddenly, he finds himself pulled into the world of the story, where he becomes the protagonist, Xiao Qiu Shui (also played by Cheng Yi). Initially overwhelmed, Ming Ming tries to leave, but is instead forced to continue on Qiu Shui's journey. Can Ming Ming successfully transform himself into the story's hero – and will he be able to apply the lessons he's learned to his life out in the real world? This drama was adapted from the novel "Shen Zhou Qi Xia" by Wen Rui An.

The Journey of Legend

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Xiao Qiu Shui / Xiao Ming Ming / Li Chen Zhou

Youku

While searching for a plant with extraordinary medicinal properties, Fu Yunshen (Cheng Yi), researcher at a pharmaceutical company crosses paths with Dr. Zhu Jiu (Zhang Yu Xi), who is on a humanitarian mission. Despite a rough initial meeting, they develop strong feelings for each other. However, tragedy soon tears them apart. A year later, fate reunites them, and this time, they are determined to fight for their love. Will love prevail this second time around? Based on the novel by Qi Wei, this 2023 Chinese series was directed by Leon Li and Liu Hong Yuan.

South Wind Knows

How to Cultivate a Botanist

After recovering the Four-Leafed Lotus, a powerful treasure, from a demon thief, the Sovereign Lord protector of the heavenly realm Ying Yuan (Cheng Yi) was shocked as Lotus transformed into two sisters: Yan Dan (Yang Zi) and Zhi Xi (Zoey Meng). Yan Dan fell for Ying Yuan, but fate kept them apart. Now, hundreds of years later, they reunite in the mortal realm, where Ying Yuan, now named Tang Zhou, is a demon hunter on the hunt for powerful ancient artifacts. He runs into Yan Dan, accompanied by her close male friend Yu Mo (Zhang Rui), and the trio joins forces to continue the quest. Unfortunately, neither Yan Dan nor Tang Zhou recall their shared history! As Yan Dan and Tang Zhou spend more time together, will they remember their past lives – and love? This 2022 Chinese drama series was directed by Guo Hu and Ren Hai Tao.

Immortal Samsara

  Turtle-Flipping Deity Team

Tang Zhou / Emperor Ying Yuan / Xuan Ye

Mango TV

In Tang Dynasty China, the Emperor battles powerful eunuchs led by Qiu Shi Liang (He Sheng Ming). After a failed assassination attempt, the eunuchs murder a loyal minister's family, but his twin daughters Cheng Ruo Yun (Zhang Yu Xi) and Qiu Yan Zhi (Xuan Syun Lou) survive. Yan Zhi seeks revenge by joining Qiu Shi Liang's household, while Ruo Yun allies with the young Emperor Li Yan (Cheng Yi), who aims to eliminate the eunuchs' influence. As Ruo Yun and the Emperor grow closer, their budding romance is threatened by her hidden connection to his enemy. Will her true identity destroy their relationship? "Stand By Me" is a 2021 Chinese historical drama directed by Zeng Li Zhen, Zhao Li Jun, and Liu Guo Nan.

Stand By Me (2021)

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Tencent

Helan Mingyu (Zhao Han Ying Zi), granddaughter of the Yonglin leader, captures the heart of Ninth Prince Xiao Cheng Xu (Cheng Yi) in the country of Sheng. When Cheng Xu leaves for war to support his brother's throne, Mingyu becomes entangled in palace politics. Faced with the fate of Cheng Xu's younger brother, Xiao Cheng Xuan (Zhao Wen Hao), she makes a life-altering sacrifice. Navigating the complex palace dynamics, Mingyu finds herself desired by multiple men while struggling between personal desires and her duty to her family and nation. Torn between love and responsibility, she must use her wisdom to bring peace and prosperity to the Great Sheng Nation. This is a 2020 historical romance drama directed by Yin Tao.

The Promise of Chang’an

In a world where magic and martial arts collide, Chu Xuan Ji (Crystal Yuan), a young woman deprived of her six senses, meets Li Ze Palace's star disciple, Yu Si Feng (Cheng Yi), during a tournament. As they forge a strong friendship, they begin to develop deeper feelings that challenge strict rules against romance. Unfortunately, Xuan Ji gets injured, forcing them apart. Compounding their troubles, Si Feng is cursed to wear a mask that can only be removed by true love. Four years later, fate brings them back together, revealing their intertwined destinies may hold the key to overcoming both past and present obstacles. Can their love conquer the trials ahead and unlock the secrets that bind them? This 2020 Chinese drama, adapted from the novel “The Glass Maiden” by Shi Si Lang, was co-directed by Yin Tao and Mai Guan Zhi.

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