Julian Zhu
- Locations
- Auckland
- Ethnicity
- Asian, Chinese
- Age Range
- 28 - 40
- Height
- 181cm / 5ft 11in
Bio
Julian Zhu is a Chinese actor and dancer based in New Zealand.
A professional salsa dancer, he achieved remarkable success by reaching the semi-finals of China’s Got Talent 2019. Between acting in local and international productions in New Zealand, he travels the world pursuing his dancing career.
His varied acting credits include dramatic and comedic roles in Far North, Not Even, Swinging Blossom, Encounters, and Jia Xi de Ie.
Julian is an advanced physical artist proficient in fencing, kickboxing, martial arts, and swimming. He is also a seasoned singer and guitarist. His dance expertise spans ballroom, jive, and various Latin styles as well as salsa. Additionally, he is an advanced Mandarin speaker.
Film
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Encounters | Xander | Once Shot Collective, dir: Scott Milligan | Feature Film |
| 2017 | Swinging Blossom | Wu Jun | dir: Huang Chao | Feature Film |
Television
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Far North | Kevin Qin | South Pacific Pictures, dir. David White | Drama |
| 2023 | Not Even | Kevin | Miss Conception Films, dir. Ainsley Gardiner | Drama |
| 2018 | Jia Xi de le | Charly | Hu Nan Television, dir: Lee Chang & Ah Du | Drama |
Theatre
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Thrill Me the Musical | Beijing Musical Theatre Group, dir: Mu From China | ||
| 2019 | China's Got Talent - Semi Finalist | Salsa Dancer | ||
| 2018 | Light of China | Shen Zhen Boulevard Theatre, dir: Joe McKneely | ||
| 2018 | Lets Dance with Jing Xing | Team Leader & Lead Dancer | Hu nan Television |
Commercial
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Mc Donalds | Eddie | Larchmond Films |
Training
| Year | Description | Institution / Presenter | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2017 | Private One on One Coaching | Miranda Harcourt | ||
| 2017-2019 | Performer Training Acting & Dance | Sz Performing Arts |
Languages
Advanced: Mandarin
Accents
Intermediate: American - General | New Zealand | UK - English
Sports
Advanced: Fencing | Karate | Kick Boxing | Martial Arts | Swimming
Intermediate: Acrobatics | Athletics | Gym | Gymnastics | Running / Jogging | Snow Board
Circus & Horse
Intermediate: Acrobatics | Stage Combat
Driving & Flying
Intermediate: Drag Racing | Motorcycle | Sports Car
Stunts & Weapons
Intermediate: Stunts | Weapons
Singing Range
Tenor
Singing Styles
Advanced: General | Musical
Intermediate: Blues | Rock
Musical Instruments
Advanced: Guitar
Intermediate: Piano
Dance
Advanced: Ballroom | Choreography | General Movement | Jive | Latin
Intermediate: Aerobics | Ballet | Cabaret | Flamenco | Jazz | Swing