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What 'Pursuit of Jade' Stars Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei Have in Common

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776273066488zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common embed.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false">Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei in <em>Pursuit of Jade</em> | Photo from @official.wetv</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The <em><strong>Pursuit of Jade</strong> </em>hangover is real, and we still can&#x27;t get enough of the chemistry between its lead stars,<strong> Zhang Linghe</strong> and<strong> Tian Xiwei</strong>! If you&#x27;re like us, who got more curious about these top Chinese actors after watching their drama, it truly is such a delight to discover that they have similarities.</p><p>In the historical romance series, both are incredible on the battlefield, and in the battlefield that is the entertainment industry, Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei are also winning. <em></em></p><div><strong>If you loved Xie Zheng / Yan Zheng and Fan Changyu as much as we did, here are some fun and interesting things the actors behind these lovable characters have in common:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They’re both 28 years old. </strong></div><p>Year 1997 gave us these stars. Tian Xiwei was born on October 14, while Zhang Linghe was born on December 30.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776271843050zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 4.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They debuted in starring roles in youth dramas.</strong></div><p>She debuted as an actress in 2018, two years before he did in 2020. Her first-ever acting stint, a leading role, was via iQiyi’s <em>Waiting for You in a Long Time</em>. While his first project was the costume romance <em>Maiden Holmes</em>, he also starred in the youth romance drama <em>Sparkle Love</em> in his debut year. Usually, when actors debut, they start with supporting or minor roles, but that was not the case for these two; their stars shone brightly from the get-go.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776271903750zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 5.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They are both sought-after brand ambassadors.</strong></div><p>Not only are they in demand, but they’ve also been tapped by the same luxury brand, Gucci (check out their bags with their initials—so cute!). They also endorse mobile phone brands (Motorola for him and Vivo for her) and fragrances (Gucci Beauty for him and Guerlain for her). </p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776271954572zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 2.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776271967469zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 3.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They use their platform for good causes and have philanthropic sides. </strong></div><p>In November 2025, a large fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court apartment in Hong Kong, killing 168 people and injuring 79. Both Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei helped those affected by donating through the Han Hong Charity Foundation. </p><p>Through the same foundation, he also extended support to the victims of the 2025 Tibet earthquake in January 2025. She, on the other hand, has been known to support environmental initiatives.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776271999649zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 6.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They’re both interested in esports or gaming.</strong></div><p>Zhang Linghe is a gamer; he even competed in an exhibition match of Valorant. Tian Xiwei, on the other hand, is a brand ambassador of Peacekeeper Elite, the Chinese-market equivalent of PUBG Mobile, and would often cosplay characters to promote the game. </p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776272023012zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 1.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They’re both award-winning.</strong></div><p>These two stars may just be starting to achieve greater things in their careers, but the fact that award-giving bodies have already noticed them is proof of their relevance and fame. In 2023, Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei shared the stage to accept the Youth Leap Actor Award at the iQIYI Scream Night. They also both received the Asia Pacific Favorite Actor of the Year award at the iQIYI Scream Night in 2024 for him and in 2025 for her. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c7E9eJRnqL0?si=j2Oe_nfWUex-Y6YX" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>They have several projects lined up.</strong></div><p>Following the phenomenal reception to and global relevance of <em>Pursuit of Jade</em>, it’s no surprise that its stars will enjoy continued success. They each have three upcoming projects: Tian Xiwei’s shows are <em>Born With Luck</em>, <em>Genius Girlfriend,</em> and<em> Transfer Gold Hairpin</em>, while Zhang Linghe’s are <em>Overdo</em>, <em>Eternal Faith</em>, and<em> Road to Glory.</em></p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776272694339zhang linghe tian xiwei what they have in common 7.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><p><em>Pursuit of Jade </em>zooms in on the love story between Fan Changyu (Tian Xiwei), a butcher&#x27;s daughter, and Xie Zheng / Yan Zheng (Zhang Linghe), who is the Marquis of Wu&#x27;an. They agree to a contract marriage, with respective goals in mind, and end up falling in love with each other for real. In the midst of conflicts, tragedies, and wars, we see them pursuing love, come what may.</p><div><br/></div><div><em></em><strong>Stream <em>Pursuit of Jade </em>on Netflix.</strong><em></em><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>Photos from<strong> @official.wetv @vv.tian @zhanglinghe_1230</strong></p>

<p>It turns out they're similar in more ways than one! If you loved Xie Zheng / Yan Zheng and Fan Changyu as much as we did, here are some fun and interesting things the actors behind these lovable characters, Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei, have in common.</p>

It turns out they're similar in more ways than one! If you loved Xie Zheng / Yan Zheng and Fan Changyu as much as we did, here are some fun and interesting things the actors behind these lovable characters, Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei, have in common.