The 14 most popular singers in China today

Wang Junkai began his artistic journey at the age of 11 and participated in several talent shows such as China’s Got Talent, Teen Talent, and Teen Moving Forward. He is a member of the Chinese idol group TFBOYS. Throughout his career, Wang Junkai has proven his talent with prestigious awards.

In 2015, Wang Junkai won the Most Popular Male Singer award in Mainland China at the 2014 Power Star Awards. 2016 marked a breakthrough year as he claimed awards such as Artist with a Song in the Top 10 of the Year and Top 10 Influential Figures of the 90s. From 2017 to 2020, he achieved success in music, film, and television shows. He is also a brand ambassador for several renowned brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Lancome, Oppo, Dior, Sony, Lexus, Nike.

Wang Junkai is among the wealthiest individuals in China born after 1990, with a personal fortune of 248 million RMB (36 million USD) as of December 2016. In 2018, he was appointed as a 'Goodwill Ambassador for the Environment' by the United Nations Environment Program. He holds a Guinness World Record for the 'Most Shared Post on Weibo' and was ranked among the Top 10 Most Influential People in China in 2015 by the World Internet Conference.

In 2017, he enrolled at the Beijing Film Academy after passing the university entrance exam and received much praise from the media.

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Chinese Name: 王俊凯
Birthdate: 09/21/1999
Hometown: Chongqing, China
Height: 1.80m
Songs: Growing (生长), Fulfill a Dream for a Lifetime (圆梦一代), ...

Song Qian, also known as Victoria Song, is a Chinese singer, dancer, and actress. She debuted in 2009 as the leader of the girl group f(x) under SM Entertainment. In 2010, Song Qian and her fellow f(x) members were appointed as ambassadors for the 'World Blood Donation Day' campaign.

After f(x) ceased its activities in South Korea, Song Qian returned to her home country and fully transitioned into acting. With her tall stature and elegant appearance, she quickly gained favor with filmmakers. Her drama 'Next Station is Happiness,' where she played the lead role, achieved high ratings and ranked in the top 3 nationwide. She later joined 'Produce Camp 2020' as a mentor and received much praise for her genuine talent.

Initially returning from South Korea as an idol, Song Qian struggled with the label of a “female idol,” always surrounded by her loyal fanbase. However, transitioning to acting didn't immediately suit her, leading to an average reception at the beginning of her acting career.

In 2020, Song Qian was named the 'Best Female Star' at the Golden Eagle Awards and was praised for her beauty, physique, and dancing skills. She was also nominated for the 'Most Popular Actress' award. That year, she made a notable mark in acting with works such as 'Next Station is Happiness' and 'Actually, He Doesn't Love You That Much.'

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Chinese Name: 宋茜
Birthdate: 02/02/1987
Hometown: Qingdao, Shandong, China
Height: 1.68m
Songs: Up to Me

Luo Han (Luhan) is a Chinese singer and actor, and a former member of the famous Korean boy group EXO and EXO-M. In 2014, Luhan won the "Most Honorable Star" award alongside Fan Bingbing at the Baidu Moments 2014 event. This award was based on a forecast by the Baidu search engine, which ranked him based on search volume and mentions online. He also won the "Asia Popular Idol" award at the iQiyi video platform's year-end awards.

In 2015, Luhan's album "Reloaded I" sold over 1 million copies, making him the first Mainland Chinese artist to receive the Platinum Disc Award. By early 2016, the album reached 2 million copies, earning him a Double Platinum Disc Award, proving his significant popularity.

On March 26, 2016, Luhan held his first solo concert successfully, with shows in Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shanghai. On the same day, he also set a new Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people wearing deer antlers at a single location (1731 people). On August 22, 2016, the movie "The Lost Tomb", in which Luhan starred as Wu Xie, grossed over 1 billion RMB. He was nominated for two awards at the Hua Ding Awards on September 7, 2016, including "Best Film Song" and "Best New Actor".

At the end of 2021, Luhan appeared in a livestream on New Year's Eve, revealing his plans for 2022, including new music releases, experimenting with different styles, and hosting mini concerts. In 2022, Luhan was featured on the cover of ELLEMEN's Top Five Men for the third consecutive year. He released a vlog titled "One Day" showcasing his daily life, introducing his friends to Lufan. On April 12, 2022, Luhan released his first single of the year, "Slow Ride." He also became the new brand ambassador for Minute Maid beverages. In April 2022, Luhan officially ended his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment.

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Chinese Name: 鹿晗
Birthdate: 04/20/1994
Hometown: Beijing, China
Height: 1.78m
Songs: Our Tomorrow, Deep, Your Song, ...

Hua Chenyu is the national champion of the 2013 Superboy singing competition (快乐男声) organized by Hunan TV. He is one of the most successful singers to emerge from the competition, widely recognized as one of the most influential singers and songwriters under the age of 30 in China. Hua Chenyu is known for his powerful voice, dramatic stage presence, and songwriting talent.

Hua Chenyu released his debut album "Quasimodo’s Gift" in September 2014, which became the top-selling album on Jingdong's Top 100 Music chart. In 2018, he became the first 90s singer to hold a solo concert at the Bird's Nest Stadium, setting a record for two consecutive nights, with 90,000 people each night. This also marked the fifth year of his music career.

In 2021, his album "New World" received a Platinum Disc certification from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), with more than 1.8 million digital copies sold on Wangyiyun. From November 26 to 28 and December 3 to 5, Hua Chenyu held a new format Marconcert at Haikou Changying Universal Fantasy Park, becoming the first artist to hold six concerts in the park.

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Chinese Name: 华晨宇
Birthdate: 02/07/1990
Hometown: Hubei, China
Songs: Fugitive (蜉蝣), We Are All Lonely (我们都是孤独的), ...

Thái Từ Khôn (stage name: KUN, Chinese: 蔡徐坤, Pinyin: Cài xúkūn, born on August 2, 1998, in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China) is a Chinese singer, rapper, songwriter, and music producer. He was a former member, center, and leader of Nine Percent, a boy band that debuted on April 6, 2018. Before that, he participated in Super Idol and debuted with the group SWIN-S on October 18, 2016. Since then, Thái Từ Khôn has remained dedicated to his music career. He is now recognized as one of the most commercially successful and influential stars in China, having been one of the top Chinese celebrities for the past four years.

In 2012, Thái Từ Khôn entered the entertainment industry by participating in the game show 'Let's Go! Teenagers'. By 2016, he officially became a member of SWIN and took on the role of rapper, but after just one year, he left the group. He rose to fame as a young star after participating in the survival show 'Idol Producer', eventually debuting with Nine Percent on April 6, 2018.

While working with Nine Percent, Thái Từ Khôn also developed his solo career, composing and producing most of his solo songs, with a diverse musical style ranging from Future R&B, Urban R&B, Hip-hop, Pop, Dance to Electronic Soul.

The singer has consistently composed and released many tracks with different styles, such as 'Lover', 'Young', and 'Rebirth'. By the end of 2019, this multi-talented artist had won over 20 awards in the music industry, including Best Popular Song, Most Popular Artist, and Best-Selling Album.

Detailed Information:
Chinese Name: 蔡徐坤
Date of Birth: August 2, 1998
Hometown: Zhejiang, China
Height: 1.83m
Songs: Young, Lover, ...

Vương Nguyên is a member of the TF Boys group. His charming appearance has captured the hearts of audiences since his debut. In 2016, on his birthday, he released a self-composed song titled Cause Of You, which was widely shared on Weibo and quickly became one of the top 10 songs on the Fresh Asia chart.

At the 9th CSC Music Awards, Vương Nguyên received the Most Loved Talent Award. He has also composed numerous songs, including Best Time and Grow Up. In 2019, he released his debut album, Yuan. In January 2020, Vương Nguyên was honored with the Fashion Musician of the Year Award at the Weibo Awards.

Vương Nguyên is also involved in activities organized by the Jackma Foundation and UNICEF and was awarded the May 4th Medal by the Chinese Communist Youth League.

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Chinese Name: 王源
Date of Birth: 08/11/2000
Hometown: Chongqing, China
Height: 1.76m
Songs: Cuồng Nhiệt Thanh Xuân (滚烫青春), Nguyên (源),...

Hoàng Tử Thao is a former member of the South Korean boy group EXO under SM Entertainment, who has since left the group and now pursues a solo career in China. Upon returning to China, he decided to focus on his music career. Hoàng Tử Thao actively participates in composing, writing lyrics, and producing most of his songs. Drawing inspiration from his own life experiences, he blends rap with soft vocals to express and emphasize emotions through his lyrics. What he cannot express in words, he conveys through his music. He has repeatedly stated that his true happiness comes from completing a song.

Although primarily a rapper, Hoàng Tử Thao is always willing to experiment with various music genres such as Mandopop Ballads, EDM, Hip Hop, and Chinese musical instruments, thereby creating C-Pop that resonates worldwide. He has expressed his desire to continue as a songwriter and gain global recognition for C-Pop. To date, Hoàng Tử Thao has released numerous singles, film soundtracks, solo concerts, and collaborations with renowned artists on tour, earning many prestigious awards.

In addition to his success in music, Hoàng Tử Thao has ventured into acting. In January 2015, he starred as William in the Chinese film adaptation of "Bên nhau trọn đời" (Together Forever), alongside Huỳnh Hiểu Minh and Dương Mịch. This marked his debut film role. In the past two years, he has also appeared in other film projects, including "Người đàm phán" (2018), "Ngôi sao sáng nhất trên bầu trời đêm" (2019), "Hồ sơ nhiệt huyết thiếu niên tô giới" (2019), and most recently, "Nhiệt huyết đồng hành" (2020), formerly known as "Diễm Thế Phiên chi tân thanh niên".

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Chinese Name: 黃子韬
Date of Birth: 02/05/1993
Hometown: Qingdao, China
Height: 1.85m
Songs: T.A.O, Yesterday, The Road,...

Trương Kiệt - Zhang Jie, also known as Jason Zhang, is a Chinese pop singer. He gained fame after winning the My Show competition in 2004, which provided him with a solid foundation for his singing career. In 2005, he won the Media of the Year award with his song "Love Of The Plough." That same year, he released his debut albums, "The First Album" and "Love Me Again."

In 2007, he participated in the "Super Boys" singing competition on Hunan TV, where he claimed first place in Chengdu and made it to the top 4 in the finals. He gained further recognition in the Chinese entertainment industry by winning numerous other awards, including runner-up in the "Strictly Come Dancing" competition. Fans affectionately refer to him as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" alongside Hồ Ngạn Bân, Tào Hiên Tân, and Trần Sở Sinh.

Currently, he has produced several OSTs for popular films, including:

• Tian Xia (Mythology)
• Three Lives Three Worlds (Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms)
• Spirit (Trạch Thiên Ký)
• Sword Heart (Ancient Sword Fantasy)
• Fugitive (True Love)
• Truth (The Lost Tomb)

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Chinese Name: 张杰
Date of Birth: 20/12/1982
Hometown: Chengdu, China
Height: 1.80m
Songs: This Is Love (这就是爱),...

Jackson is a member of the K-pop group GOT7, signed under JYP Entertainment. He serves as the group's rapper and M.A.T. With his entertainment skills, Jackson has become a staple on numerous shows since 2014.

Jackson was also a former member of Hong Kong's national fencing team, where he secured the top position in the Junior and Cadet Asian Fencing Championships in 2011.

On August 25, 2017, Jackson debuted as a solo artist with his English song 'Papillon.' His second single, 'Okay,' was released on November 30, 2017. Jackson also served as a rap mentor on the Chinese reality show 'Idol Producer' (China's version of Produce 101).

Jackson was a dance mentor alongside Luhan on the Chinese TV show 'Hot Blood Dance Crew.' Together, their team triumphed over William Chan's team and Victoria Song's team. In 2018, Jackson won the 'Choice Next Big Thing' award at the Teen Choice Awards. Additionally, Jackson was ranked 35th in the 'Top 100 Most Handsome Faces' of 2018.

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Chinese Name: 王嘉爾
Date of Birth: March 28, 1994
Hometown: Hong Kong
Height: 1.74m
Songs: 'Okay,' 'Lucky Rain,' '100 Ways,' ...

Châu Thâm là một nam ca sĩ người Trung Quốc nổi tiếng với chất giọng phản nam cao (countertenor). Anh được biết đến nhiều nhất qua ca khúc "Đại ngư" (大鱼) và "Hoa hồng và nai nhỏ" (玫瑰与小鹿). Cả hai bài hát này đều nằm trong top 10 bài hát hay nhất năm của Giải Đông Phương Phong Vân Bảng 2016. Châu Thâm giành danh hiệu Nam ca sĩ được yêu thích nhất và Ca sĩ vượt bậc của năm thuộc giải Đông Phương Phong Vân Bảng lần lượt vào năm 2017 và 2018. Năm 2019, anh đoạt giải Nghệ sĩ xuất sắc nhất Đại Trung Hoa của Giải Âm nhạc châu Âu của MTV.

Anh đã tham gia hát ca khúc cho rất nhiều phim truyền hình và hoạt hình Trung Quốc như Đại ngư hải đường, Đại hộ pháp, Đấu phá thương khung, Khương Tử Nha, Tân Ỷ Thiên Đồ Long ký, Cẩm y chi hạ…). Tháng 3 năm 2018, Châu Thâm phát hành "Dáng hình của nước", ca khúc quảng bá tại Trung Quốc cho Người đẹp và thủy quái – bộ phim đoạt giải Oscar năm 2017 dành cho phim xuất sắc nhất. Năm 2019, anh hát "Người lữ hành yêu dấu", ca khúc quảng bá cho bộ phim hoạt hình Nhật Bản Sen và Chihiro ở thế giới thần bí khi ra rạp ở Trung Quốc. Năm 2020, anh đã biểu diễn nhiều ca khúc góp phần đưa tên tuổi anh đến gần hơn với công chúng trong chương trình Ca sĩ 2020 (歌手·当打之年), bao gồm "Đạt lạp băng ba" (达拉崩吧), "Em yêu ơi tạm biệt" (Baby, До свидания - 达尼亚), "Monsters" và "Tự nhấn chuông cửa tự lắng nghe" (自己按门铃自己听).

Thông tin chi tiết:
Tên tiếng Trung: 周深
Ngày sinh: 29/9/1992
Quê quán: Hồ Nam, Trung Quốc
Chiều cao: 1m61
Bài hát: Đại ngư (大鱼), Chiếc dù màu xanh" (蓝色降落伞),...

Dịch Dương Thiên Tỷ is one of the three members of the popular boy band TFBoys. Currently, he is considered one of the most talented stars in the Chinese entertainment industry. Not only does he excel at calligraphy, singing, and dancing, but Dịch Dương Thiên Tỷ is also recognized for his acting abilities.

From a young age, his parents enrolled him in various talent classes, such as hip-hop dance and dance sports. Before joining TFBoys, Dịch Dương Thiên Tỷ had already gained recognition through dance competitions. Additionally, he served as the tourism ambassador for Denmark, becoming the first young idol to represent a country.

In 2019, Dịch Dương Thiên Tỷ became a sensation after starring in the film Our Time alongside actress Zhou Dongyu. The movie earned him the Best New Actor award at the 2020 Golden Horse Awards. He quickly became one of the highest-value commercial stars in China, representing major fashion and tech brands.

Detailed Information:
Chinese Name: 易烊千玺
Birthdate: 28/11/2000
Hometown: Huaihua, Hunan, China
Height: 1.78m
Songs: Niệm Tưởng (念想), Nothing To Lose, ...

Jay Chou is a renowned musician, singer, producer, actor, and director who has won global music awards. In 1998, he was discovered during a talent competition where he showcased his piano skills and songwriting abilities. Over the next two years, he was hired to compose for popular Chinese singers.

In 2000, he released his debut album Jay, which immediately made an impact in the music world with its R&B and rap style. His fame grew not only due to the catchy tunes but also the meaningful lyrics. In the following years, Jay Chou continued to release successful music and achieve huge sales.

In 2002, Chanel V Asia awarded him the Best Male Artist Award. His acting career also flourished, especially in 2005 with the release of the film Initial D, based on the popular Japanese manga, which made him a top star in Asian cinema. He won the Best New Male Artist award at the Golden Horse Awards for his role in the movie. In 2011, Jay Chou debuted in the US market with his role as Kato in The Green Hornet. He currently serves as both a director and the head of JVR Music. In 2012, Forbes ranked him as the highest-paid celebrity in China's entertainment industry.

After six years without an album, Jay Chou made his musical comeback on July 15, 2022, with the album The Greatest Work (最偉大的作品), which features both new and old songs, specially arranged with a retro style.

Some of his iconic songs include: Sứ thanh hoa, Hẹn ước bồ công anh, Anh không xứng, Thiên lý chi ngoại, Dạ Khúc, ...

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Chinese Name: 周杰伦
Birthdate: 18/01/1979
Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan
Songs: Em ổn chứ (你好吗), Thiên lý chi ngoại (千里之外), Don't Cry (不哭)...

Zhang Yixing (simplified Chinese: 张艺兴; traditional Chinese: 張藝興; pinyin: Zhāng Yìxìng, born October 7, 1991), also known by his stage name Lay (Korean: 레이) or Lay Zhang, is a Chinese singer, songwriter, music producer, dancer, and actor.

He debuted as a member of the popular Korean-Chinese boy band EXO and its subgroup EXO-M, both managed by SM Entertainment, in 2012. He rose to fame after participating in talent shows in China, including Star Academy in 2005. In January 2015, Lay was ranked 5th in Baidu's "Top 10 Most Popular Celebrities of 2014." In September 2015, he published his autobiography titled "Standing Firm At 24," which broke several online book records. In January 2018, Lay became a judge on the reality show Idol Producer (the Chinese version of Produce 101), gaining widespread recognition from the audience. Currently, he is a main cast member of the highly popular reality show Go Fighting! (Extreme Challenge), alongside fellow male stars: Sun Honglei, Huang Lei, Wang Xun, Huang Bo, and La Chih-Tsung.

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Chinese Name: 张艺兴
Date of Birth: 10/07/1991
Hometown: Hunan, China
Height: 1.78m
Songs: I'm Lay, Mym, Jade, What U Need...

Wang Yibo is a member of the Chinese-Korean boy band UNIQ. However, his career truly took off when he returned to his homeland of China. Notably, his fame skyrocketed after the success of the drama The Untamed, further solidifying his name in the entertainment industry. Despite his debut as a singer, Wang Yibo found the most success in the acting field. Additionally, he has showcased his talents in various areas, including hosting TV programs and as a professional motorcycle racer. Through his dedication and correct career choices, Yibo has become one of the ‘Four Little Heavenly Kings of C-pop,’ a highly sought-after star by directors at just 22 years old.

Beyond becoming a promising actor, Wang Yibo has also fully utilized his musical abilities. He is the male lead vocalist in songs like Secondary Love, the OST for the series Once Again, Just Dance, the theme song for the 4th Xuan Wu Festival, and Heart Affairs of the Youth for the animated series Crystal Sky of Today... Stepping away from the stage, Wang Yibo also captured the hearts of fans as a professional motorcycle racer, confidently wearing the number 85 jersey for the Vant Li Da Yamaha and MLT Yamaha teams.

In August 2021, Wang Yibo ranked second in Forbes’ list of the most notable Chinese stars of the year. In September 2021, he was announced as the captain for the reality dance competition Street Dance of China season 4, and his team emerged victorious.

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Chinese Name: 王一博
Date of Birth: 05/08/1997
Hometown: Henan, China
Height: 1.82m
Songs: Wu Ji (无羁), Bu Wang (不忘)...