Zhang Yixing - Actor Profile

Zhang Yixing

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
27Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 7, 1991
Birth Place: Changsha, Hunan, China

About Zhang Yixing

Zhang Yixing (张艺兴; born 7 October 1991), known professionally as Lay (레이) and known internationally as Lay Zhang , is a Chinese rapper, singer-songwriter, dancer, actor, producer under Zhang Yixing Studio. He is a member of the South Korean boy group EXO and its sub-group EXO-M. In 2015, Zhang founded a personal agency for his solo activities and music releases and released an autobiography titled Standing Firm at 24. In 2016, Zhang released his first mini album, Lose Control. The EP peaked at number one on the Gaon Album Chart and number four on Billboard's US World Albums chart. Since his debut as a solo artist, Zhang has produced and released over 100 songs including 4 studio albums and 5 mini albums. In 2020, Zhang founded the Chromosome Entertainment Group and serves as CEO. He has also ventured into acting and starred in films and television shows such as Ex-Files 2 (2015), The Mystic Nine (2016), Kung Fu Yoga (2017), The Island (2018), The Golden Eyes (2019), Empress of the Ming (2019), Crime Crackdown (2021) and No More Bets (2023).

Zhang Yixing Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Zhang Yixing reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Zhang Yixing's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 48% of Zhang Yixing's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains EXO Planet #3 The EXO'rDIUM In Seoul, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Zhang Yixing Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Zhang Yixing's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Zhang Yixing has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Lay Zhang's "The Great Voyage 5: The Monkey King's Havoc in Heaven" World Tour - Flop Similar →
2025 Mumu Xiao Ma Super Hit Similar →
2024 Cyan - Flop Similar →
2024 A Legend Wang Jing/Hua Jun Hit Similar →
2024 Kang Zhan Zhong De Wen Yi - Flop Similar →
2023 Set Sail 2024 - China Central Radio and Television Station New Year's Eve Party - Flop Similar →
2023 No More Bets Pan Sheng Hit Similar →
2023 My Youth and I Xu Mai Flop Similar →
2023 Tale of the Night He An Flop Similar →
2022 2022河南春晚 虎虎生风中国潮 - Flop Similar →
2018 The Island Xiao Xing Hit Similar →
2017 EXO Planet #3 The EXO'rDIUM In Seoul Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 The Founding of an Army Lu Deming Flop Similar →
2017 EXO Planet #3 The EXO'rDIUM in Japan Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Kung Fu Yoga Xiaoguang Average Similar →
2016 EXO PLANET #2 The EXO'luxion in Seoul Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 The Mystic Nine Side Story: Flowers Bloom in February Er Yuehong Super Hit Similar →
2016 EXO PLANET #2 The EXO'luxion in Japan Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 Royal Treasure - Flop Similar →
2015 Oh My God! Le Yi Hit Similar →
2015 Ex-Files 2: The Backup Strikes Back Li Xianghe Average Similar →
2015 2015 Dream Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 SMTown: The Stage Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 EXO Planet #1 - THE LOST PLANET in SEOUL - Super Hit Similar →
2015 EXO FROM. EXO PLANET #1 - THE LOST PLANET in JAPAN Self Flop Similar →
2012 EXO Debut Showcase in Korea Lay EXO-M Flop Similar →
N/A Shaolin Women's Soccer - Flop Similar →

Zhang Yixing - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Zhang Yixing?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zhang Yixing is "EXO Planet #3 The EXO'rDIUM In Seoul" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Zhang Yixing acted in?

Zhang Yixing has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Zhang Yixing?

Other notable films include "EXO PLANET #2 The EXO'luxion in Seoul", "The Mystic Nine Side Story: Flowers Bloom in February", and "2015 Dream Concert".

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