Liu Yuning Biography: Songs, Movies, Net Worth, Age, Nationality, Awards, Wiki, Parents

Liu Yuning is a magnetic force in Chinese entertainment, celebrated for his raw, emotive vocals as the lead singer of Modern Brothers and his compelling roles in hit dramas like A Journey to Love and Kneeling.

Born in Dandong, Liaoning, he overcame a challenging childhood to rise from street performances to stardom through live-streaming platforms like YY and Douyin.

Profile

• Full Name: Liu Yuning
• Born: January 8, 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Dandong, Liaoning, China
• Nationality: Chinese
• Occupation: Singer, Actor
• Height: 189 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Liu
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life & Education

Liu Yuning was born on January 8, 1990, in Dandong, Liaoning. He grew up in a modest family with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Liu, but faced hardship early on.

His father passed away when he was just 4, and his mother remarried, leaving Liu to be raised by his grandparents, with whom he formed a deep bond.

After his grandmother’s passing, he lived with his grandfather, shaping his independent spirit. His ethnicity is Han Chinese, and details about his religion are private. As a child, Liu loved music but couldn’t afford formal training due to financial struggles.

Liu attended Dandong Vocational-Technical Secondary School, where he trained as a chef to support himself.

Career

Liu’s career began with street performances and live-streaming with his band, Modern Brothers, formed in 2014 with friends A Zhuo and Da Fei. Their covers on YY and Douyin went viral in 2018, earning him a massive following for his distinctive voice.

His first solo single, “Imagine,” dropped in September 2018, followed by his debut album Ten in 2019, which won the Media Recommended Album at the 2020 Chinese Top Ten Music Awards.

His EP Listen•Ning (2020–21) won Most Popular EP in 2021. Liu has released over 100 singles and OSTs, including “Heavenly Questions” for Word of Honor and “Looking for You” for Love Between Fairy and Devil, topping Tencent Music charts.

His acting debut came in 2016 with the web film Class 952, followed by Hot-Blooded Youth (2019). He gained fame for roles in The Long Ballad (2021) with Zhao Lusi, A Journey to Love (2023) with Liu Shishi, and Kneeling (2025) with Song Zu Er, which hit 50 million views and 30,000 heat points.

Despite early criticism of his acting, his refined performance in Kneeling earned praise. Liu’s also a variety show favorite, appearing on Singer 2019, Singing with Legends, and Chinese Restaurant 4, showcasing his cooking skills. His 2025 concert tour and new album show his unstoppable drive.

Awards & Nominations

• Best New Artist, Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2019
• Internet Influence Honor, Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2019
• Media Recommended OST (“Toast the Wine”), Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2019
• Best New Artist of the Year, 23rd Global Chinese Chart, 2019
• Best New Artist of the Year, Asia New Song Awards, 2019
• Forbes China 30 Under 30 Asia List, 2019
• All-rounded Artist of the Year, Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2020
• National Recommended Singer, Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2020
• Media Recommended Album (Ten), Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2020
• Internet Influential Male Singer, Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2021
• Most Popular EP (Listen•Ning), Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, 2021
• Potential Actor of the Year, iQIYI Scream Night, 2024

Social Media

Liu Yuning’s social media account can’t be found.

Personal Life

Liu, 35, stands at 189 cm with a lean, charismatic presence. He’s single, keeping his love life private despite fan speculation about co-stars like Zhao Lusi.

He loves spicy food (though it doesn’t love him back), buns, noodles, and burgers, and snacks before bed. A gamer at heart, he enjoys e-sports and once quit smoking to protect his voice.

Net Worth

Liu Yuning’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $5 million. His income comes from music, acting, OSTs, variety shows, and endorsements.

His prolific OST work and drama roles, like Kneeling, plus his Weibo presence with millions of followers, drive his earnings. Liu remains grateful, using his wealth to support his career and give back to fans.

Discography

• “Imagine” (Single, 2018)
• Ten (Album, 2019)
• Listen•Ning (EP, 2020–21)
• “Toast the Wine” (OST, 2019)
• “Heavenly Questions” (OST, Word of Honor, 2021)
• “Looking for You” (OST, Love Between Fairy and Devil, 2022)
• Over 100 singles and OSTs

Filmography

• Class 952 (Web Film, 2016)
• Qin Thief Youdao (Film, 2017)
• Hot-Blooded Youth (Series, 2019)
• The Long Ballad (Series, 2021)
• Heroes (Series, 2022)
• Legend of Anle (Series, 2023)
• Be Your Own Light (Series, 2023)
• A Journey to Love (Series, 2023)
• The Story of Pearl Girl (Series, 2023)