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| Huayiban 95 Line: The Rising Generation of Chinese Screen Queens |
The Chinese entertainment scene has its eyes firmly on the Huayiban 95 Line—the new wave of leading ladies born around 1995 who are now dominating both TV and streaming platforms.
And with the latest drama performance stats dropping (as of August 2025), the numbers speak for themselves.
Esther Yu Shuxin Pulls Ahead
Front of the pack is Yu Shuxin, who takes the crown with an average 38.52 million views per episode across her dramas over the past three years on two of China’s biggest cloud platforms.
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— vivi ☆ (@staypom1) August 25, 2025
It’s no surprise really—Esther Yu’s been everywhere, from light-hearted rom-coms to glossy fantasy epics, always bringing her signature charm.
Add to that her constant presence on variety shows, and she’s carved out a space as one of the most bankable faces of her generation.
Lareina Song Zuer Hot on Her Heels
In second place, Song Zu'Er racks up an impressive 37.13 million views per episode. The gap between her and Yu Shuxin is close, making this a proper two-horse race.
Known for seamlessly hopping between historical period dramas and modern slice-of-life hits, Song Zuer has built a rep for injecting her characters with both warmth and raw emotion—something audiences clearly can’t get enough of.
Who’s Missing at Number Three?
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Here’s the twist: the third spot is currently left blank in the rankings, sparking endless chatter online.
Fans are already speculating whether it’ll be filled by another rising actress from the same 95 Line—names like Guan Xiaotong and Shen Yue are often floated in fan forums.
Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Ye Round Out the Top Five
Sitting in fourth is Zhang Jingyi, averaging 24.85 million views per episode. While she’s a step behind the top duo, her steady growth and loyal fandom are setting her up as a strong contender for the future. She’s slowly but surely carving out her niche.
In fifth place is Zhou Ye with 23.68 million views per episode, proving that her daring and emotionally charged roles have struck a chord with viewers. Whether in drama or film, she has a knack for standing out, even in ensemble casts.
What these stats underline is just how fierce the competition has become among the Huayiban 95 Line actresses.
Their influence is only getting stronger, and if the last three years are any indication, Yu Shuxin, Song Zuer, Zhang Jingyi, and Zhou Ye are going to be front and centre of Chinese entertainment for years to come.
Source: Huayiban/Weibo