Top 10 Most Beautiful Actresses in Chinese Period Dramas

Tang Yan was born on December 6, 1983, and made her debut in 2004 at the China 8-Minute Closing Ceremony. Tang Yan’s popularity soared when she joined the Cam Tian company. Known for her stunning beauty and her roles in numerous historical dramas, Tang Yan is undoubtedly one of the most celebrated actresses in Chinese television.

In The Princess Wei Young, Tang Yan plays the role of Princess Feng Tianyi, a beautiful, intelligent, and lively woman leading a carefree life. However, after the Northern Wei army decimates her royal family, Feng Tianyi barely survives and is pursued by the enemy. To escape, she assumes the identity of Li Wei Yang, the daughter of Li Cheng, the chancellor of Northern Wei, carrying the fate of two women as she fights for survival. As Li Wei Yang, she must navigate political intrigues and battles of wits between the prominent Tuang and Li families, all while dealing with personal vendettas and romantic entanglements that complicate her mission.

Liu Shishi was born on March 10, 1987, and entered the entertainment industry in 2004 with her leading role in the TV series Moonlight in the Wind. Known for her stunning beauty, Liu Shishi became widely recognized for her portrayal of Ruo Xi in the historical drama Scarlet Heart.

Scarlet Heart is a popular Chinese period drama featuring elements of time travel, romance, and political intrigue. Based on the famous novel by Tong Hua, it is set during the Qing Dynasty under Emperor Kangxi's reign, a turbulent time when the royal princes were vying for the throne. Liu Shishi’s character, Ma'ertai Ruo Xi, becomes the central figure in the clash of power, love, and betrayal. Her story continues to haunt viewers long after the series has ended, leaving a lasting impact on those who watched it.

Chen Qiao En was born on April 4, 1979, and began her career in 2001 as a model and assistant. Her breakthrough role as Dongfang Bubai in the 2013 adaptation of The New Sword of the Yue Maiden significantly raised her profile, gaining her fame for her mesmerizing beauty and powerful performance.

The story follows the young hero Ling Hu Chong as he navigates the challenges of the martial world and his love for the beautiful Ren Yingying. In the 2013 version, the addition of Chen Qiao En's dual roles—Dongfang Bubai and her alter ego Dongfang Xiaomui—brought a fresh and captivating twist to the plot that left audiences enthralled.

Fan Bingbing was born on September 16, 1981. She began her acting career at the age of 15, but it was her portrayal of Wu Zetian in the series The Empress of China that truly established her as a household name. With her stunning beauty and remarkable talent, Fan Bingbing became one of the most recognized and sought-after actresses, particularly famous for her captivating roles in period dramas.

The Empress of China chronicles the life of Wu Zetian, from her early years at the imperial court, where she fought to survive against powerful forces, to her rise to absolute power. The series depicts her journey from political struggles and bloody battles in the court, to her ruthless decisions in executing rivals without a trace of emotion. Ultimately, she seizes the throne, ruling with an iron fist, and leaves a lasting legacy as one of China's most influential and controversial emperors.

Bian Xiao Nian was born on December 3, 1990, in Beijing, China. She is an actress and TV host, known for her role as a host and her appearances in several Chinese television dramas. She gained fame for playing the lead character Xiao Feng in the 2019 television adaptation of Eastern Palace.

Bian Xiao Nian graduated from the Broadcasting Department of the Communication University of China. Despite not having formal training and starting her career late, she had hoped that the success of Eastern Palace would boost her career. However, during her participation in the show 'Actors, Please Take Your Seat,' she shared a moment of disappointment, revealing that she hadn’t received any scripts in the two years since finishing her previous project.

Xu Ting Yi is a Chinese idol singer and actress, formerly a member of the girl group SNH48. She was one of the founding members of Team NII. Xu is now pursuing a solo career and operates her own studio, which is affiliated with STAR48. In the SNH48 General Election, Xu Ting Yi ranked 4th (2014), 2nd (2015), and 1st (2016, 2017) out of over 100 members.

In her role as Han Wan Tsi, Xu portrays a stunningly beautiful woman who, after initially losing her beauty, regains her enchanting appearance. The Story of Wan Tsi is a romantic historical drama based on the novel 'The Genius Little Poison Princess' by author Jie Ma. The series stars Xu Ting Yi, Zhang Zhe Han, and Mei Ni Re.

Di Li Re Ba, also known as Dilraba Dilmurat, is a Chinese actress of Uyghur descent. She was born into a family of artists and from a young age, she learned dance, piano, and violin. Fluent in several languages, Di Li Re Ba graduated in 2014 from the Shanghai Theatre Academy with a degree in acting.

In her role as Bai Feng Jiu, the Nine-Tailed Fox of the Qing Qiu kingdom, Di Li Re Ba portrays a stunningly beautiful character who is attacked by a demon during her meditation. She is saved by Emperor Dong Hua, and in gratitude, she vows to follow him. As time passes, her feelings of gratitude turn into love, though she doesn't realize it at first.

Liu Yifei was born on August 25, 1987. Her career in the entertainment industry began early, starting with a commercial directed by Mr. Chen Kim Phi, her mentor and CEO of Beijing Tongshan Investment Group, when Liu Yifei was only 15 years old in late 2002.

With her pure beauty and acting skills, Liu Yifei's popularity grew, especially after her portrayal of the iconic character Xiao Long Nu in The Return of the Condor Heroes. Known as the "Fairy Sister" in the Chinese entertainment world, her gentle and graceful image won the hearts of many fans.

Zhao Liying was born on October 16, 1987. She entered the entertainment industry in 2006 after winning a star search competition. Zhao gained more attention in 2011 when she played the role of Qing Nhi in the remake of My Fair Princess. With her youthful and fresh appearance combined with her natural acting talent, Zhao quickly became a rising star, winning hearts in numerous hit dramas.

Her portrayal of Hua Qiangu in the drama Flower Goddess made a lasting impression on audiences due to her sweet and lovable looks and natural performance. Though she had participated in several projects before, it was this role that elevated her to A-list status.

Yang Mi was born on September 12, 1986. Her acting career began at the tender age of four when she played a young girl in the film Wu Zhuangyuan Suo Kezhi. She rose to fame through her roles as Guo Xiang in The Return of the Condor Heroes, Wang Zhaojun in The Legend of Wang Zhaojun, and as Luo Qingcheng in the historical drama Palace: The Lock Heart Jade. With her unique beauty and undeniable talent, Yang Mi is regarded as one of the most stunning actresses in the Chinese entertainment industry.

In her role as Bai Qian in the popular drama Eternal Love, Yang Mi portrays a stunningly pure and graceful beauty. Eternal Love is a Chinese fantasy drama adapted from the novel of the same name by Tang Qi Gong Zi, where Yang Mi's character captivates viewers with her ethereal presence and acting prowess.