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Zhang Linghe Shines as Magnolia Youth Ambassador and Host at the 31st Shanghai TV Festival

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178255078500513.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Zhang Linghe as guest host at the 31st Shanghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Since the opening of the <strong>31st Shanghai TV Festival</strong> on June 22,<strong> Zhang Linghe</strong> has been keeping busy with a packed schedule of appearances and festival activities after being officially named this year’s <strong>Magnolia Youth Ambassador.<br/></strong></p><p>As one of the most prestigious events in China’s television industry, the <strong>Shanghai TV Festival</strong> continues to celebrate excellence in television while promoting cultural exchange and innovation. This year’s edition once again brings together creators, artists, and industry leaders from around the world, blending tradition with modern storytelling.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782550118768e69ffb80fc1f4ed997cd8f5df30f3840.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782550136447ac76c13b1feb4dc9a543152294435ad0.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>What is Zhang Linghe&#x27;s role as a Magnolia Youth Ambassador?<br/></strong></div><p>For Zhang Linghe, being appointed Magnolia Youth Ambassador marks another major milestone in his career. In the role, he actively participated in a series of festival events, representing a new generation of artists and offering audiences a fresh, youth-driven perspective on audiovisual storytelling.</p><p>The Shanghai TV Festival also praised the actor’s growing influence, writing, “Through his diverse creative endeavors, Zhang Linghe is actively contributing to the dissemination of Chinese culture and embodying the vibrant spirit of young artists in the cultural sector.”</p><p>Over the past few years, Zhang Linghe has built an impressive body of work through a string of well-received dramas, earning a loyal fanbase both in China and internationally. Among his latest successes is his portrayal of <strong>Xie Zheng</strong> in the hit historical romance <em><strong>Pursuit of Jade.</strong></em></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><em><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178255015136940cf7d1cb38b47fe968f40cde9dd194d.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></em></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782550324290f5f56e0dcc1e4998aa292b1fb4964cb3.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/></div><div><br/></div><p>The drama has become a streaming sensation, landing in <strong>Netflix’s</strong><strong> Top 10 TV shows </strong>not only in the Philippines but also across several Asian countries, including Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand. Zhang Linghe stars opposite <strong>Tian Xiwei</strong>, with viewers praising the pair’s undeniable on-screen chemistry.</p><p>One of the festival’s biggest highlights was the <strong>Magnolia Awards</strong>, where Zhang Linghe also impressed audiences after serving as one of the guest hosts for the prestigious ceremony.</p><p>During an interview at the festival, Zhang Linghe shared what being named Magnolia Youth Ambassador means to him, saying the platform gives him the opportunity to introduce more people to Chinese stories and culture.</p><p>“I feel like so many of our TV dramas lately have been telling Chinese stories, and that makes me very, very happy. My previous drama was loved by many overseas audiences, and it allowed them to see just how profound traditional Chinese culture is,” Zhang Linghe said.</p><p>He then added, “So, I’m really looking forward to my upcoming dramas as well, hoping they can help more people learn about our country, China, and the opportunities it has to offer.”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782550188189181ab4b625564eeb94f73b6eb3368c17.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782550337890d786af5982014645be05299d4a1a0a12.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>What’s next for Zhang Linghe?<br/></strong></div><p>Aside from <strong><em>The Road to Glory,</em></strong> Zhang Linghe is also set to reunite with audiences in the highly anticipated Republican-era drama <strong><em>Overdo</em></strong>, where he stars alongside <strong>Wang Churan.</strong> The two will portray Murong Qing Yi and Ren Su Su, respectively.</p><p>Set against the backdrop of Republican-era Shanghai, the drama follows Murong Qing Yi, the youngest son of a warlord who suffers years of abuse after being mistakenly raised in a powerful household. His life changes when he is rescued by Ren Su Su, and the two eventually fall deeply in love.</p><p>Zhang Linghe continues to prove that he is one of the brightest stars of his generation. As he takes on more challenging roles while expanding his presence as a cultural ambassador and television host, fans can undoubtedly look forward to even greater milestones in the years ahead.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>More of Zhang Linghe&#x27;s moments during the Magnolia Awards:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div>[[PHOTO ALBUM]]</div><div><br/></div><p>Photos by <strong>Xiang via Shanghai TV Festival</strong></p>

<p>Curious to see #ZhangLinghe in his guest hosting role? Check out some of his standout moments from the 31st Shanghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards. </p>

Curious to see #ZhangLinghe in his guest hosting role? Check out some of his standout moments from the 31st Shanghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards.