C-Drama Star Yang Mi’s Beauty Evolution Through The Years
This C-drama mainstay has been a Chinese TV darling ever since she was little—fast forward to the present, she’s still a muse to behold!
If you’re a fan of Chinese dramas, actress and singer Yang Mi surely is a familiar face. Beginning her career in the ‘biz since her childhood, the artist has charmed viewers as the young Princess Xianyi in TV series 'Tang Ming Huang'. She continued showcasing her acting chops in various supporting roles before finally gaining recognition in shows like 'Chinese Paladin 3' in 2009 and 'Palace' in 2011. Since then, the actress has been unstoppable.
But apart from a successful acting career, Yang Mi is also a singer and an in-demand endorser, with an album and several brand collaborations under her belt. Her refined features—almond eyes, full lips, perfect nose, and soft jawline—make her package a top choice for many, thus giving her a strong following on Weibo and her social media accounts. Her popularity attracted the likes of international fashion houses like Michael Kors, Versace, and most recently, Etro—to place her as their global ambassador, and she even snagged an Estée Lauder campaign that showcases her ageless beauty!
As timeless as her look is, it’s not hard to imagine the young Yang Mi stealing hearts. As proof, we invite you to take a look at her beauty evolution through the years, and you’ll see why, from then until now, she’s the ultimate C-drama muse to look up to. Swipe through the gallery below:
Yang Mi Evolution
Yang Mi Evolution
Tang Ming Huang (1993)
The beautiful Yang Mi is undeniably adorable as Princess Xianyi in her first-ever role on TV for this show.
Photo Credit: Lu Drama Bar
The Story of a Noble Family (2003)
She made her acting debut in this drama, where she snagged the support role for her character Jin Run Zhi.
Photo Credit: YouTube
Wang Zhao Jun (2007)
Yang Mi was nominated as Best Actress at the China TV Golden Eagle Award for her performance in this drama.
Photo Credit: Lu Drama Bar
Chinese Paladin 3 (2009)
Further cementing her as one of China’s rising stars, Yang Mi played a double role in this fantasy action drama.
Photo Credit: IMDb
Palace (2011)
Youthful in her plaids and bare-faced beauty, Yang Mi was well-loved in her role in this historical drama.
Photo Credit: MyDramaList
Beijing Love Story (2012)
Even a full fringe and an emotional scene can’t cover up Yang Mi’s beauty.
Photo Credit: YouTube
The Breakup Guru (2014)
Her straight locks lend a lady-like charm in her role as Ye Xiao Chun in this comedy film.
Photo Credit: MyDramaList
The Interpreter (2016)
Two years later and Yang-mi opted for a fresh short cut that showed a more glam and mature side of her.
Photo Credit: MyDramaList
Eternal Love (2017)
Yang Mi is a stunner in critically acclaimed drama Eternal Love, where she was praised both locally and internationally.
Photo Credit: MyDramaList
Reset (2017)
The actress goes badass as she joins the cast of this Jackie Chan-produced thriller film.
Photo Credit: IMDb
Novoland: Pearl Eclipse (2021)
Her most recent drama fronts her ageless beauty as Ye Hai Shi.
Photo Credit: MyDramaList
Versace brand ambassador
Her role for the brand may be short lived, but one can’t deny that Yang Mi has a flair for rocking any kind of style.
Photo Credit: Versace
Forbes Magazine (2017)
In 2017, the actress ranked third in Forbes China's Celebrity Top 100 list, landing her a cover of the magazine.
Photo Credit: Forbes China
Elle China (2021)
Yang Mi tried sexy and edgy for the cover of this fashion magazine last year.
Photo Credit: Elle China
L’Officiel Hommes 2022
She continued to showcase her more mature sidein this cover shoot with L’Officiel Hommes.
Photo Credit: L'Officiel Hommes China
Present (2022)
Yang Mi, at 35, remains as a top style and beauty icon that exudes sophisticated, class, and versatility.
Photo Credit: @yangmimimi912
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Lead photos via @yangmimimi912 and Lu Drama Bar
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