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Maria Zhang

Acting Born Aug 8, 1999 Kraków, Poland 10 credits
10
Total Credits
2025
8 Years Career Span
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Vault Titles
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Key Co-Stars

Biography

Maria Zhang, also known as Zhang Zhiyi, is a Polish‑born Chinese actress born on August 8, 1999, in Kraków, Poland. She is female and is also credited under the name Марія Чжан. Zhang’s professional focus is acting, and she has accumulated ten credited roles across film and television. Her most visible recent work includes portraying the character Suki in the 2024 live‑action series Avatar: The Last Airbender. She is recognized for her multicultural background and emerging presence in international productions.

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Career

Career overview

Born and raised in Kraków, Maria Zhang entered the entertainment industry with a multicultural identity that blends Polish upbringing and Chinese heritage. Early in her career she secured a series of supporting and guest appearances that together total ten credited performances, demonstrating versatility across both cinematic and television formats. These roles established her as a reliable talent within the industry and paved the way for higher‑profile opportunities. Zhang’s breakthrough came with the 2024 live‑action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, where she was cast as Suki, a role that brought her wider recognition and highlighted her ability to contribute to major franchise productions. As her portfolio continues to expand, Zhang remains focused on building a diverse body of work that reflects her cross‑cultural background and acting range.

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Known for

Avatar: The Last Airbender

as Suki

A Man on the Inside

as Amber van Hojk

The Rookie

as Kylie Thomas

Frequent co-stars

Gordon Cormier 1 shared title
Kiawentiio 1 shared title
Ian Ousley 1 shared title
Dallas Liu 1 shared title
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee 1 shared title
Matthew Yang King 1 shared title
Elizabeth Yu 1 shared title
Daniel Dae Kim 1 shared title
Thalia Tran 1 shared title
Momona Tamada 1 shared title

Career timeline

You're Dead to MeRecollectors
Avatar: The Last AirbenderA Man on the Inside
Made in USA
All I Ever Wanted
Bicara Cinta
The Rookie

Full Filmography

10 titles
  • You're Dead to Me (2025) as Nora
  • Recollectors (2025) as Blake
  • Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024) as Suki
  • A Man on the Inside (2024) as Amber van Hojk
  • Made in USA (2023) as Ming Ming
  • All I Ever Wanted (2021) as Jennifer
  • Bicara Cinta (2020)
  • The Rookie (2018) as Kylie Thomas
  • See You Tomorrow Tomorrow Tomorrow as Jackie
  • Busted

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Maria Zhang best known for?

Maria Zhang is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024), A Man on the Inside (2024), The Rookie (2018).

When and where was Maria Zhang born?

Maria Zhang was born on August 8, 1999 in Kraków, Poland.

How many credits does Maria Zhang have?

Maria Zhang has accumulated over 10 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2018 to 2025.

What is Maria Zhang's background in cinema and television?

Maria Zhang, also known as Zhang Zhiyi, is a Polish‑born Chinese actress born on August 8, 1999, in Kraków, Poland. She is female and is also credited under the name Марія Чжан. Zhang’s professional focus is acting, and she has accumulated ten credited roles across film and television. Her most visible recent work incl...