Revelation of her raising young son on her own has been met with admiration, as it resonates with young Chinese women

Chinese actress Wang Ziwen, renowned for her iconic roles in television dramas, has increasingly adopted a radical lifestyle that resonates with many Chinese women.

At 38, Wang is celebrated for her performances in hit Chinese dramas such as Ode to Joy (2016) and Three-Body (2023), the latter adapted by Tencent from the award-winning sci-fi novel The Three-Body Problem.

Despite her petite stature, her acting is often acclaimed for its intensity. In Three-Body, her portrayal of young Ye Wenjie – a tragic astrophysicist who invites an alien civilisation to Earth as a form of revenge for her experiences during the Cultural Revolution – received widespread critical acclaim.

In her personal life, Wang has also captivated many with her resolute spirit.