Cheng Yi Biography: Wife, Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Awards

Cheng Yi is a celebrated Chinese actor known for his captivating performances in historical and fantasy dramas like Love and Redemption, Immortal Samsara, and The Promise of Chang’an.

His ability to portray emotionally complex characters has earned him a devoted fanbase and critical acclaim in China’s entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Fu Shiqi
• Stage Name: Cheng Yi
• Born: May 17, 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Huaihua, Hunan, China
• Nationality: Chinese
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 5 ft 11 in (181 cm)
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Fu
• Siblings: unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million–$5 million

Early Life and Education

Fu Shiqi was born on May 17, 1990, in Huaihua, Hunan, China, to Mr. and Mrs. Fu. No information is available about his siblings.

His ethnicity is Chinese, and his religion is not publicly disclosed.

Growing up in Huaihua, Cheng developed a passion for acting at a young age. He enrolled in the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, one of China’s top acting schools, graduating in 2012 with a degree in Performance Arts.

His training included studying classic dramas and films like Hero and House of Flying Daggers, which shaped his approach to acting.

Career

Cheng Yi debuted in 2011 with a supporting role as Zhao Yun in the drama Beauties of the Emperor. In 2012, he gained attention for his role in The Legend of Taizong, followed by appearances in Swordsman (2013) as Lin Pingzhi and The Lost Tomb (2015) as Zhang Qiling.

His breakout role came in 2016 as Lin Mo in Noble Aspirations and its sequel, showcasing his ability to handle complex characters.

In 2020, he starred as Yu Sifeng in the hit fantasy romance Love and Redemption, which significantly boosted his fame. That year, he also played Qin Chuan in The Promise of Chang’an.

His 2021 roles included Wu Tian in Dream of Chang’an and Ying He in South Wind Knows My Mood. In 2022, he led Immortal Samsara as Ying Yuan/Tang Zhou, earning praise for his chemistry with Yang Zi.

In 2023, he starred in Mysterious Lotus Casebook as Li Lianhua/Li Xiangyi and Story of Kunning Palace as Emperor Chen. Recent projects include Divine Destiny (2024) as Ji Ruochen and Heroes (2024).

Upcoming roles include Go to Mount Zhongnan (2025) and Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Yue Hong (TBA). Cheng also contributed theme songs to several dramas, showcasing his vocal talent.

Awards and Nominations

• iQIYI Scream Night (2020): Most Popular Actor – Love and Redemption – Won
• Tencent Video All Star Awards (2020): Popular TV Actor of the Year – Love and Redemption – Won
• Weibo Night (2020): Hot Figure of the Year – Won
• Huading Awards (2020): Best Actor in a Chinese Ancient Drama – Love and Redemption – Nominated
• Golden Bud Network Film and Television Festival (2021): Most Popular Actor – Won
• Tencent Video All Star Night (2023): Breakthrough Actor of the Year – Mysterious Lotus Casebook – Won

Social Media

Instagram handle: @chengyi517

Personal Life

Cheng Yi, 35, is single and has no publicly known spouse or children. His height is 5 ft 11 in (181 cm), and his weight is approximately 143 lbs (65 kg).

Based in China, he keeps his personal life private, focusing on his career.

Cheng enjoys playing basketball, drawing, and singing, with a preference for spicy Hunan cuisine. His favorite actors include Leonardo DiCaprio, and he admires films that blend action and emotion.

No confirmed romantic relationships have been reported, despite fan speculation about his on-screen chemistry with co-stars like Yang Zi.

Filmography

• Beauties of the Emperor (2011, TV series) – Zhao Yun
• The Legend of Taizong (2012, TV series) – Role not specified
• Swordsman (2013, TV series) – Lin Pingzhi
• The Lost Tomb (2015, TV series) – Zhang Qiling
• Noble Aspirations (2016, TV series) – Lin Mo
• Noble Aspirations II (2016, TV series) – Lin Mo
• Love and Redemption (2020, TV series) – Yu Sifeng
• The Promise of Chang’an (2020, TV series) – Qin Chuan
• Dream of Chang’an (2021, TV series) – Wu Tian
• South Wind Knows My Mood (2021, TV series) – Ying He
• Immortal Samsara (2022, TV series) – Ying Yuan / Tang Zhou
• Mysterious Lotus Casebook (2023, TV series) – Li Lianhua / Li Xiangyi
• Story of Kunning Palace (2023, TV series) – Emperor Chen
• Divine Destiny (2024, TV series) – Ji Ruochen
• Heroes (2024, TV series) – Role not specified
• Go to Mount Zhongnan (2025, TV series) – Role not specified
• Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Yue Hong (TBA, TV series) – Role not specified

Net Worth

Cheng Yi’s net worth is estimated to range from $1 million to $5 million. His income comes from acting roles, OST contributions, and endorsements, bolstered by his popularity on platforms like Weibo.