The Chinese series Pursuit of Jade is gaining popularity alongside discussions about its handsome leading man, who is none other than " Zhang Linghe" (Zhang Linghe), a rising young actor widely recognized as a top star in the Chinese series industry. Currently seen as a promising future leading man, Zhang stars in the 2026 series Pursuit of Jade. Thairath Online introduces this handsome actor for a closer look.
Zhang Linghe was born on 30 December 1997 in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China. He originally had no background in acting, studying electrical engineering at Nanjing Normal University. However, drawn by his interest in acting and distinctive personality, he decided to enter the entertainment industry and began his serious acting career around 2020.
His first notable work was the period drama Maiden Holmes (2020), which helped him gain recognition. He then appeared in various romantic, fantasy, and martial arts series, gradually building his fame. Particularly, his roles in popular series such as Love Between Fairy and Devil (2022), My Journey to You (2023), and Story of Kunning Palace (2023) attracted fans both in China and internationally.
What sets Zhang Linghe apart as a rising actor is his versatility in playing leading roles—from warriors and nobles to romantic young men. Standing about 190centimeters tall,he often lands lead roles in major Chinese productions spanning period dramas, romance, and drama genres.
In 2026, Zhang Linghe stars as the lead in the series Pursuit of Jade, a key work that cements his status as a top leading man in contemporary Chinese series. He plays " Xie Zheng" , Lord Hou who conceals his true identity to uncover certain secrets, making this one of the most anticipated Chinese series of 2026.
Pursuit of Jade is a 40-episode Chinese period drama available on Netflix, WeTV, and iQIYI, with all episodes scheduled for release by 30 March.
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