Arthur Chen

Chen Feiyu, also known as Arthur Chen (; born 9 April 2000), is an American-born Chinese actor. He is known for his roles in Secret Fruit, Ever Night (2018), Lighter and Princess (2022), When Destiny Brings the Demon (2025), Love Beyond the Grave (2026), and Love Story in the 1970s (2026).

Early life and education Arthur Chen was born in the United States on 9 April 2000. He is the second son of director Chen Kaige and actress Chen Hong. He studied at Beijing Jingshan School and Tabor Academy, a private boarding school in Massachusetts. In 2019, he was admitted into Beijing Film Academy. In July 2021, Chen relinquished his United States citizenship and became a Chinese citizen. He graduated from Beijing Film Academy in summer 2023.

Career 2017–2018: Career beginnings Chen first appeared in the 2010 film Sacrifice directed by Chen Kaige, portraying a young King. In 2017, Chen made his official acting debut in the youth drama film Secret Fruit as the male lead. He released his first single "The Secret Words" as the promotional song for the film.

2018–present: Rising popularity In 2018, Chen starred in the historical fantasy drama Ever Night. The drama received positive reviews, and Chen was awarded the Super IP New Actor at the China Literature Award Ceremony He won the Best Newcomer awards at the Tokyo International Film Festival and Macau International Film Festival for his performance.

In 2020, Chen is set to star in the film Flowers Bloom in the Ashes directed by Chen Kaige; and fantasy wuxia drama Legend of Awakening. The same year Chen was cast in the xianxia drama Immortality alongside Luo Yunxi, based on the novel The Husky and His White Cat Shizun. He entered the Forbes China Celebrity 100 list for the first time, ranking 83rd.

Controversy In February 2023, paparazzo "Super Photographer Yangyang" released intimate photos of Chen with a married internet influencer "Shi Yilin Ya" (是亦琳吖), who was Chen's fan-site manager during the filming of Secret Fruit. The paparazzo alleged that the two had been in a relationship since 2021. Chen subsequently clarified that neither party had other relationships at the time of their involvement and filed a lawsuit against the paparazzo for invasion of privacy.

In March 2023, five individuals, including "Super Photographer Yangyang," were detained by the Beijing police for 5–7 days for "collaborating with others to disseminate others' private information online." After being released, "Super Photographer Yangyang" posted on Weibo: "My parents taught me to be righteous and brave. I did not spread rumors or take money—I have no regrets." In March 2024, the Beijing Internet Court issued a first-instance judgment, ruling that "Super Photographer Yangyang" had violated Chen's legitimate rights by publishing private photos of him without consent. The court ordered the defendant to issue a public apology and pay damages totaling 150,000 yuan for emotional distress and economic losses. Chen announced that the compensation would be donated to the Red Cross Society in Yanshan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, to support medical aid and living assistance for Korean War veterans.

Filmography Film Year Title Role Notes 2010 Sacrifice Xin Jun Supporting role My People, My Country Azhabu Main role 2023 Yesterday Once More Gu Yuxuan Flowers from the Ashes Gu Xinwie The Volunteers: To the War Sun Xing

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