Mao Zijun Biography: Age, Wife, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Parents, Drama

Mao Zijun is a versatile Chinese actor known for his compelling performances in historical and fantasy dramas like The Legend of Haolan, Noble Aspirations, and Sword and Fairy 4.

With a career spanning over a decade, he has transitioned from supporting roles to leading man status, captivating audiences with his emotive depth and charisma.

Profile

• Full Name: Mao Zhijun
• Stage Name: Mao Zijun
• Born: December 31, 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
• Nationality: Chinese
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 5 ft 10½ in (179 cm)
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Mao
• Siblings: One older sister
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Mao Zhijun was born on December 31, 1986, in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China, to Mr. and Mrs. Mao.

His parents are in the textile business, and he grew up with an older sister.

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

Raised in Shaoxing, a city known for its cultural heritage, Mao developed an early interest in acting and performing arts.

He graduated from Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics, where he studied a non-arts-related field, but his passion for acting led him to pursue a career in entertainment after university.

Career

Mao Zijun debuted in 2009 with the television series Niang Qi (Mother Wife), playing Ding Guohua.

In 2010, he gained attention for his role as Liu Che in Beauty’s Rival in Palace and as Ah Lie in Pretty Maid.

His breakthrough came in 2011 as the 14th Prince Yinti in the hit drama Palace and as Ma Duyun in The Glamorous Imperial Concubine, earning him the Best Supporting Actor award at the Youku Television Awards.

He continued with supporting roles in Ripples of Desire (2012), Painted Skin 2 (2013), and The Four (2015).

His antagonist role as Qin Wuyan in Noble Aspirations (2016) and its sequel brought wider recognition.

Mao’s first lead role was in 2019 as Ying Yiren, the Qin Emperor, in The Legend of Haolan.

He starred in Killer and Healer (2021) as Jiang Yuelou and Marvelous Women (2021) as Wei Lianggong.

In 2024, he played Murong Ziying in Sword and Fairy 4 and Lai Luozhi in Melody of Golden Age.

Upcoming projects include A Forbidden Marriage (2025) as Yang Qing and The Story of the Bat as Feng Long.

Mao also appeared on the 2017 variety show I Want to Meet You.

Awards and Nominations

• Youku Television Awards (2011): Best Supporting Actor – The Glamorous Imperial Concubine – Won
• Asian Idol Awards (2012): Media Recommended Newcomer – Won
• Only Lady Fashion Awards (2017): Most Popular Actor – Won
• iFensi Awards (2017): Most Popular Actor – Won
• 24th Cosmo Beauty Ceremony (2017): Beautiful Idol – Won
• 2nd Modern Night Out (2019): Most Popular Young Actor – Won
• OK! The Style Awards (2019): Most Loved Trend Actor – Won

Social Media

• Mao Zijun does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Mao Zijun, 38, is single and has no publicly known spouse or children.

His height is 5 ft 10½ in (179 cm), and his weight is approximately 143 lbs (65 kg).

Based in China, he keeps his personal life private but engages fans through Weibo, sharing updates about his projects.

He enjoys pickled fish and has expressed interest in opening a teahouse or café near West Lake in Hangzhou if he weren’t an actor.

His blood type is A, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Mao’s close bond with his family, particularly his older sister, and his Shaoxing roots shape his grounded personality.

Filmography

• Ripples of Desire (2012, film) – Sir Li
• The Revenge of Flowers (2021, film) – Chang Zai Tian
• The Journey of Flower (2024, film) – Sha Qianmo (guest role)
• Niang Qi (2009, TV series) – Ding Guohua
• Beauty’s Rival in Palace (2010, TV series) – Liu Che
• Pretty Maid (2010, TV series) – Ah Lie
• Palace (2011, TV series) – Aisin Gioro Yinti / 14th Prince
• The Coming and Going (2011, TV series) – Zhang Shengzhong
• The Glamorous Imperial Concubine (2011, TV series) – Ma Duyun
• Jiu He Ru Hai (2012, TV series) – Hai Zhongqi
• Painted Skin 2 (2013, TV series) – Pang Lang
• Wine Beauty (2014, TV series) – Zhao Xi
• A Legend of Chinese Immortal (2014, TV series) – Cao Gong
• The Four (2015, TV series) – Tie Shou
• A Scholar Dream of Woman (2015, TV series) – Wu Shi
• The Last Battle (2015, TV series) – Han Wenyu
• Singing All Along (2016, TV series) – Yin Xing
• Noble Aspirations (2016, TV series) – Qin Wuyan
• Noble Aspirations Season 2 (2016, TV series) – Qin Wuyan
• Hope Mission (2016, TV series) – Yue Gang
• The Glory of Tang Dynasty (2017, TV series) – An Qingxu
• The Glory of Tang Dynasty Season 2 (2017, TV series) – An Qingxu
• Legend of Dragon Pearl (2017, TV series) – Zhu Cixuan / Li Jianqing
• The Destiny of White Snake (2018, TV series) – Ling Chu / Qi Xiao / Fa Hai
• The Legend of Haolan (2019, TV series) – Ying Yiren
• Killer and Healer (2021, TV series) – Jiang Yuelou
• Marvelous Women (2021, TV series) – Wei Lianggong
• Sword and Fairy 4 (2024, TV series) – Murong Ziying
• Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact (2024, TV series) – Yan Rushan
• Melody of Golden Age (2024, TV series) – Lai Luozhi
• A Forbidden Marriage (2025, TV series) – Yang Qing
• Wild Ambition Bloom (TBA, TV series) – Xia Chu
• Marquis of Haihun (TBA, TV series) – Wang Heng
• The Story of the Bat (TBA, TV series) – Feng Long
• Rend Night Regain Light (TBA, TV series) – Yan Mi

Net Worth

Mao Zijun’s net worth is estimated to range from $1 million to $5 million.

His income comes from acting roles in films and television series, as well as endorsements and appearances on platforms like Weibo.