LayarHijau – The 33rd China TV Golden Eagle Awards has officially begun its selection process. According to the latest nomination list circulating online, Zhang Linghe earned nominations through three dramas: Pursuit of Jade (逐玉), The Princess Royal (度华年), and Our Generation (樱桃琥珀). He has become the post-95 actor with the highest number of nominated works this year.
Topics related to Zhang Linghe quickly trended across Chinese social media platforms. Meanwhile, Xiao Zhan also drew major attention after Legend of Zang Hai (藏海传) secured a nomination and was labeled one of the strongest contenders this year.
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Historical drama Pursuit of Jade has remained a hot topic since its premiere. Zhang Linghe’s portrayal of General Xie Zheng is widely regarded as one of the defining roles of his acting career so far. The drama not only broke popularity records across multiple platforms, but also helped him move beyond his previous “handsome costume drama actor” image.
In The Princess Royal, Zhang Linghe attracted viewers with his portrayal of Pei Wenxuan, a calm and politically strategic character. His performance in the drama further boosted his popularity and gained him many new fans.
Meanwhile, modern youth drama Our Generation showcased a different side of the actor. He displayed a softer and more emotional charm through the role of top student Jiang Qiaoxi. His natural acting and emotionally fragile portrayal also received praise from viewers.
With three dramas spanning historical, political, and youth genres, many believe this year marks an important milestone proving Zhang Linghe’s growth as an actor and his ability to carry major productions.
Aside from his drama achievements, Zhang Linghe also became a trending topic after attending GUCCI’s official Cruise 2027 fashion show in New York. He appeared wearing a deep V black shirt paired with a dark blue striped suit. Photos of his appearance quickly flooded social media, while keywords such as “Zhang Linghe Golden Eagle Awards” and “Zhang Linghe GUCCI look” simultaneously climbed trending charts.
However, competition at this year’s Golden Eagle Awards is considered extremely intense. Xiao Zhan’s political drama Legend of Zang Hai secured its nomination after achieving impressive popularity scores on streaming platforms.
Other hit dramas on the nomination list include Flourished Peony (国色芳华), reuniting Yang Zi and Li Xian, as well as Love Game in Eastern Fantasy (永夜星河) starring Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi, and The Prisoner of Beauty (折腰) featuring Song Zuer alongside Liu Yuning.
The actresses’ category is equally competitive. Major stars such as Yang Zi, Zhao Liying, and Liu Yifei are all considered strong candidates this year.
In recent years, China’s entertainment industry has increasingly emphasized both popularity and proven achievements. As a result, the Golden Eagle Awards are no longer seen as merely a popularity contest, but also as an important battleground showcasing actors’ accomplishments and platform competition.
