Early Life & Background
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Real Name: Bai Mengyan (η½ζ’¦ε¦), born on 23 September 1994 in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, China.
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She studied foreign languages at the Changzhou Technical Institute of Tourism and Commerce, earning her degree in 2015.
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After graduation, she began modeling for Taobao graphic ads—a modest yet decisive start in entertainment.
Journey into Showbiz
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In 2012, she auditioned for SM Entertainment’s overseas trainee program but wasn’t selected—a setback that didn't deter her.
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2016 marked her official industry debut after signing with Huanyu Film, founded by Yu Zheng. That year she appeared in Rover Lu’s MV “Message” and landed a supporting role in the wuxia series Zhaoge as Deng Chanyu.
Breakthrough & Key Roles
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2017: Lead actress debut in King Is Not Easy as Dan Xi—she earned Most Promising New Actress at the Tencent Video Star Awards.
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2018: Played dual roles in Untouchable Lovers—General Huo Xuan and concubine Le Yun—winning the Best Newcomer Award at iQIYI All-Star Carnival.
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2019: Starred in two iconic series:
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The Legends (ζζ) as Lu Zhaoyao, a bold demon‑leader. The show topped ratings and showcased her range in xianxia fantasy romance.
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Arsenal Military Academy as Xie Xiang, posing as her brother to join a military academy. Garnered high acclaim and several awards.
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2020: Portrayed smart financial analyst Jiang Jun in Love Is Sweet. Also took on Long Aoyi in Jiu Liu Overlord.
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2021: Starred as Cui Shiyi in One and Only and reprised the modern counterpart Shi Yi in Forever and Ever. Both soared in popularity and solidified her international appeal.
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2022: Featured as Xia Jie in police drama Ordinary Greatness. Later that year, she played Li Su Su in Till the End of the Moon, a xianxia epic that broke streaming records on Youku.
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2023: Portrayed Jiang Xuening in Story of Kunning Palace, the first female‑centric iQIYI drama to cross a "hit index 10,000" metric—a significant milestone.
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2025 upcoming: A slate of high‑profile dramas:
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Moonlight Mystique (fantasy romance)
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Northward (family drama)
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Feud (wuxia epic)
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Unveil: Jadewind and Mo Li—all confirmed as major roles.
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π Personal & Public Life
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Active on social media with 20M+ followers on Weibo and strong international presence on Instagram.
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Appointed iQIYI’s first International Global Ambassador in 2024—reflecting her global reach as a star and brand representative.
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Ambassadors for international brands like Michael Kors, Chopard, and Olay, alongside local Chinese labels like Florasis, Pony, Revivo, and more.
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Named Most Improved Celebrity 2022, listed among “Top 10 Most Popular Drama Artists” and “Most Beautiful Chinese Actresses 2023”.
π₯ Filmography
Drama
- Year: 2017
- Role: Da Xi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2018
- Role: Huo Xuan [Feifang general / Commander of Huo Army] | Le Yun [Wei arc]
- Type: Support Role
- Year: 2019
- Role: Lu Zhao Yao
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2019
- Role: Xie Xiang / Xie Liang Chen
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2019
- Role: Xing Yun
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2020
- Role: Jiang Jun
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2020
- Role: Long Ao Yi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2021
- Role: Lin Shao Chun
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2021
- Role: Cui Shi Yi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2021
- Role: Shi Yi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2021
- Role: Hu Yang (Ep. 1,13, 34)
- Type: Guest Role
- Year: 2022
- Role: Xia Jie
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2023
- Role: Li Su Su | Ye Xi Wu | Sang Jiu
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2023
- Role: Zheng Shu Yi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2023
- Role: Jiang Xue Ning
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2025
- Role: Bai Shuo / Lunar Lord Xing Yue
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2025
- Role: Xia Feng Hua
- Type: Main Role
- Year: 2025
- Role: Li Qing Yue | Hua Ru Yue
- Type: Main Role
- Year: TBA
- Role: Ye Li
- Type: Main Role
- Year: TBA
- Role: Li Pei Yi
- Type: Main Role
- Year: TBA
- Role: Wu Shuang
- Type: Main Role
- Year: TBA
- Role: Deng Chan Yu [Wife of Tu Xing Sun]
- Type: Support Role
Music & Soundtracks
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Performed several drama OSTs including:
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Subordinate Takes Order (King Is Not Easy, 2017)
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A Tale of Two Phoenixes (Untouchable Lovers, 2018)
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Entering a Dream (Arsenal Military Academy, 2019)
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Want To Be With You (Lucky’s First Love, 2019)
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Heartbeat (Forever and Ever, 2021)
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Non-album singles like Floating Universe and Did You See A Little Deer (2022).
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π Awards & Honors
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2017: Tencent Video Star Awards – Most Promising New Actress (King Is Not Easy) – Won.
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2018: iQIYI All‑Star Carnival – Newcomer Award (Untouchable Lovers) – Won.
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2019:
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The Actors of China – Best Actress (web series) – Nominated (Arsenal Military Academy)
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StarHub Night of Stars – Most Promising Actress – Won (Arsenal Military Academy)
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iQIYI All‑Star Carnival – Most Popular Actress – Won
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Weibo TV Series Awards – Top 10 Popular Actresses – Won
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Today Headline News Award – New Female Star of the Year – Won.
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2020: Actors of China Best Actress (web series) – Nominated.
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2021:
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iQIYI Scream Night – Popular Actress of the Year (Love Is Sweet) – Won
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iQIYI Q Awards – Most Popular Actress (One and Only) – Won
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Wen Rong Awards – Best Youth Actress (Forever and Ever) – Nominated
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Huading Awards – Best Actress (One and Only) – Nominated.
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2022:
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Global Diplomat Chinese Culture Night – Most Popular Young Actress – Won
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Golden Bud Awards – Most Popular Actress (One and Only, Forever and Ever, Song of Youth) – Won
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Chinese American TV Festival – Outstanding Actress of the Year (Forever and Ever) – Won.
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2023: Weibo Night – Most Paid Attention Artist – Won.
π― Why Bai Lu Is a Rising Icon
From modeling to music videos, to dual‑role acting breakthroughs and chart‑topping dramas, Bai Lu's journey reflects resilience, versatility, and constant growth. With a loyal fanbase, numerous awards, and iconic period and modern roles, she has earned her place as one of China’s most compelling screen artists today—and her upcoming projects in 2025 promise even greater impact.
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