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Ryan Cheng
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Profile
- Birth name
- Cheng Lei
- Birth name (native)
- 승뢰
- Birthday
- December 18, 1993
- Place of birth
- Guangdong Province, China
- Height
- 182 cm
- Age
- 32
- Zodiac
- Sagittarius
- Nationality
- Chinese
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About
Short bio
Ryan Cheng (程潇/ Cheng Lei) is a Chinese actor and model born in Dongguan, Guangdong, China. Learn his age, height, dramas, education, awards, agency, and fun facts about the rising C-drama star.
Background
Born in Dongguan, Guangdong Province, Ryan Cheng originally pursued a completely different career path. He studied Architectural Design at Hebei Academy of Fine Arts before deciding to enter the entertainment industry.
He made his acting debut in 2018 with the film You Are My Contra (你是我的魂斗罗). Over the following years, he steadily accumulated acting experience through television and film projects before gaining wider recognition in the Chinese drama industry.
Ryan's rise accelerated through historical fantasy and romance dramas, where his strong screen presence, expressive performances, and visual charisma helped him attract a growing domestic and international fanbase.
In recent years, his rising popularity has been recognized with major industry honors, including the Annual Potential Actor Award at the 2024 iQIYI Scream Night and the Weibo Breakthrough Actor of the Year Award at Weibo Night.
Personality & Image
Fans are drawn to Ryan Cheng's ability to balance strong visual appeal with increasingly mature performances. While many first notice him for his striking appearance, viewers often stay for his emotional range and on-screen charisma.
His journey from architectural design student to award-winning actor has also made him relatable to fans who appreciate perseverance and steady growth. As his list of successful dramas continues to expand, many believe he is poised to become one of the next major leading men in Chinese entertainment.
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FAQ
- How tall is Ryan Cheng?
- Ryan Cheng is 182 cm tall.
- How old is Ryan Cheng?
- Ryan Cheng is 32 years old.
- Where is Ryan Cheng from?
- Ryan Cheng is from Chinese.
- What is Ryan Cheng's real name?
- Ryan Cheng's birth name is Cheng Lei.
Fun facts
Ryan Cheng was born in Dongguan, Guangdong Province, China. Source: Artist Biography
He graduated from Hebei Academy of Fine Arts with a degree in Architectural Design. Source: Artist Biography
Before becoming an actor, Ryan originally planned for a career related to art and design. Source: Hebei Academy of Fine Arts
His educational background in architectural design gives him one of the more unusual academic résumés among rising Chinese actors. Source: Artist Biography
Ryan officially entered the entertainment industry in 2018. Source: Film Credits
He made his acting debut in the film You Are My Contra (你是我的魂斗罗). Source: Film Credits
He first attracted widespread attention through historical and costume dramas. Source: Entertainment Media
Ryan is known for his strong screen presence and ability to portray emotionally complex characters. Source: Drama Reviews
His tall stature and model-like visuals helped him transition naturally into leading-man roles. Source: Entertainment Media
Fans often praise his expressive eyes and subtle acting style. Source: Fan Community Discussions
Ryan has become particularly popular among viewers of historical romance dramas. Source: Drama Community Discussions
In 2024, he won the Annual Potential Actor Award at the iQIYI Scream Night Awards. Source: iQIYI Scream Night
The award recognized his rapid growth and rising influence within the Chinese entertainment industry. Source: Entertainment Media
In 2025, he received the Weibo Breakthrough Actor of the Year Award at Weibo Night. Source: Weibo Night
His Weibo Night win marked one of the biggest milestones of his career to date. Source: Entertainment Media
Ryan is considered one of the most promising actors among China's new generation of rising stars. Source: Chinese Entertainment Media
He has developed a particularly strong international fanbase through streaming platforms that distribute Chinese dramas globally. Source: Drama Industry Coverage
Industry observers frequently highlight his steady career progression rather than an overnight rise to fame. Source: Entertainment Media
His combination of visual appeal and acting improvement has helped him stand out in a highly competitive industry. Source: Drama Reviews
Ryan continues to build a reputation as one of the Chinese drama industry's most promising young leading actors. Source: Chinese Entertainment Media
