Tian Yuan
Biography
Tian Yuan is a Chinese singer songwriter, actress, novelist, and photographer. She was born in Wuhan, Hubei, China on March 30, 1985. She majored in English at Beijing Language and Culture University, graduating in 2007. At the age of sixteen, she joined the local band Hopscotch as a vocalist and lyricist. The band signed with the major label Modern Sky in 2002 and released their first English language album that year, titled A Wishful Way. The album was influenced by trip hop and indie rock, and received a positive reception from critics and the general public in China due to its fresh sound. Her singing career later paused temporarily following a contract dispute with Modern Sky. Tian Yuan is known for her work in acting, with thirty two known credits listed on the Movie Database.
Career overview
Tian Yuan is a Chinese singer-songwriter, actress, novelist, and photographer who was born in Wuhan, Hubei, China on March 30, 1985. She majored in English at Beijing Language and Culture University, graduating in 2007. Also known by alternative names including Zhao Tianyuan, Tian Yuan began her music career at the age of sixteen by joining the local band Hopscotch as a vocalist and lyricist. The band signed with the major label Modern Sky in 2002 and released their first English-language album that same year, titled A Wishful Way. Influenced by trip hop and indie rock, the album featured a fresh sound that was well received by critics and the general public in China. Tian Yuan's singing career paused temporarily following a contract dispute between her and Modern Sky.
In addition to her musical pursuits, Tian Yuan is known for her work in acting, accumulating a total of thirty-two known credits. Her professional profile also recognizes her diverse creative endeavors across multiple artistic fields, including writing novels and working as a photographer.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
32 titles- White River (2025) as Yang Fan
- Special Party Branch (2024)
- Beloved Life (2022) as Li Xiaojuan
- The Wind Will Say (2022)
- From Repair to Pair (2022) as Linda
- Love at Night (2021) as Tang Xi
- Love at Night (2021) Theme Song Performance
- Definitely Not Today (2021) as Lu Ming
- Anchor Baby (2021)
- 160 Years Old (2021)
- Pegasus (2019) as 张驰前女友
- Spicy Hot in Love (2016) as Tian Xiaoya
- Brothers (2016) as Wang Luoxiang
- The Golden Era (2014) as Bai Lang
- Freeze-Frame (2014) as Fei
- Venice 70: Future Reloaded (2013) as (segment Jia Zhangke)
- Bends (2013) as Tingting
- First Time (2012)
- Tokyo Newcomer (2012) as Mika Naito
- Kill Octopus Paul (2010)
- One and Six (2009)
- Gao Xing (2009)
- Shanghai Trance (2008)
- Happy Funeral (2008) as Kay
- In Love We Trust (2008)
- Young and Clueless (2007)
- Our Ten Years (2007)
- Fury or Love (2007) as Xiao Mao
- Luxury Car (2006) as Yanhong Li
- August Story (2006)
- Curse of Lola (2005)
- Butterfly (2004) as Yip
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tian Yuan best known for?
Tian Yuan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Wind Will Say (2022), Pegasus (2019), Partners in Crime (1984).
When and where was Tian Yuan born?
Tian Yuan was born on March 30, 1985 in Wuhan, Hubei, China.
How many credits does Tian Yuan have?
Tian Yuan has accumulated over 32 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2004 to 2025.
What is Tian Yuan's background in cinema and television?
Tian Yuan is a Chinese singer songwriter, actress, novelist, and photographer. She was born in Wuhan, Hubei, China on March 30, 1985. She majored in English at Beijing Language and Culture University, graduating in 2007. At the age of sixteen, she joined the local band Hopscotch as a vocalist and lyricist. The band sig...
Tian Yuan by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Pegasus (2019) as 张驰前女友 — aged about 34
- The Wind Will Say (2022) — aged about 37
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