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Zi Yu
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Profile
- Birth name
- Ziyu
- Birthday
- July 6, 2002
- Place of birth
- Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
- Height
- 180 cm
- Age
- 23
- Zodiac
- Cancer
- Nationality
- Chinese
- MBTI
- INFP
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About
Short bio
Zi Yu (Zheng Peng) is a Chinese actor and singer born on July 6, 2002, in Jiangsu, China. Learn his age, height, MBTI, agency, career journey, Revenged Love role, and fun facts.
Background
Zi Yu is a Chinese singer and actor who first gained public attention through the survival programs We Are Young (2020) and Youth With You 3 (2021). After debuting as a member of the boy group Guanghe Shaonian in 2021, he became widely known for his highly publicized contract dispute with his former company before successfully launching a solo career.
Zi Yu was born Zheng Peng in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, China. After being discovered online, he moved to Beijing to pursue a career in entertainment and studied in the Performance Department at the Beijing Contemporary Music Academy.
He participated in We Are Young in 2020 and later Youth With You 3 in 2021, where his bright personality and warm smile attracted attention from viewers. Although he did not debut through either program, he later debuted with Guanghe Shaonian under Huakaibanxia Cultural Media in June 2021.
In 2025, Zi Yu experienced a major breakthrough as an actor through the drama Revenged Love, which introduced him to a broader international audience and helped establish him as one of China's rising young stars
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FAQ
- How tall is Zi Yu?
- Zi Yu is 180 cm tall.
- How old is Zi Yu?
- Zi Yu is 23 years old.
- Where is Zi Yu from?
- Zi Yu is from Chinese.
- What is Zi Yu's MBTI?
- Zi Yu's MBTI type is INFP.
- What is Zi Yu's real name?
- Zi Yu's birth name is Ziyu.
Fun facts
Zi Yu was born in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, China. Source: KProfiles / Wikipedia
He studied acting and performance at the Beijing Contemporary Music Academy. Source: Wikipedia
Before becoming an actor, he competed on the survival show We Are Young in 2020 and ranked 33rd overall. Source: KProfiles
He later joined Youth With You 3 in 2021, where he ranked 31st. Source: KProfiles
Zi Yu officially debuted as a member of Guanghe Shaonian on June 25, 2021. Source: KProfiles
In December 2022, he publicly revealed that he had been physically assaulted by a fellow group member, leading to a highly publicized dispute with his agency. Source: Wikipedia
After leaving the group, he pursued legal action to terminate his contract with Huakaibanxia Cultural Media. Source: Wikipedia
Reports indicated that he paid a substantial financial penalty in order to secure his freedom from the contract. Source: Wikipedia
During the difficult period following his departure, he reportedly worked part-time jobs to support himself while rebuilding his career. Source: Wikipedia
On May 15, 2024, he released his first solo single, Ni Guo De Hai Hao Ma (你过得还好吗), symbolizing a fresh start and moving forward without resentment. Source: Wikipedia / KProfiles
He made his acting debut in the drama My Lady General in 2023. Source: KProfiles
His breakout acting role came as Wu Suo Wei in Revenged Love, which significantly increased his international popularity. Source: Wikipedia
He has also starred in dramas such as Finding You and Why Did Secretary Duan Behave Like That. Source: KProfiles
His MBTI personality type is INFP. Source: KProfiles
Zi Yu reportedly never gets used to cold weather and often wears thermal layers during winter. Source: KProfiles
In August 2025, he launched his own studio, marking a major milestone in gaining greater control over his career. Source: KProfiles
Fans frequently praise him for his resilience, determination, and ability to rebuild his career after overcoming significant personal and professional challenges. Source: Media Coverage / Fan Community Discussions
