Audiences are once again left in awe by the breathtaking historical styling of Chen Duling, with many calling her one of the most beautiful costume drama actresses of her generation.

According to Sina, the highly anticipated drama Veil of Shadows is set to premiere on Youku starting April 1. The production had previously faced multiple delays due to controversies surrounding lead actress Ju Jingyi. Following the official release announcement, character visuals were unveiled, and Chen Duling’s portrayal of Wu Wangyan quickly became a hot topic among viewers.

Wu Wangyan, a close ally of Lu Wuyi (Ju Jingyi), is also a nine-tailed fox. While she appears gentle on the surface, the character is actually calculating, ambitious, and even ruthless when necessary. In preview clips, audiences were repeatedly surprised by her rapid emotional shifts, hinting at a complex and unpredictable personality.

Chen Duling has long been praised for her suitability for historical roles. Standing at 1.68 meters with a slender frame, she carries layered costumes with elegance. Combined with her refined and graceful aura, every gesture exudes the poise of a noblewoman raised in a prestigious household. Many viewers consider her presence in period dramas to be among the most outstanding of today’s young actresses.

Her ethereal charm, paired with a delicate oval face, allows her to shine effortlessly in costume dramas, often drawing attention even when standing alongside other actresses. In Veil of Shadows, the production team invested heavily in styling, with Chen Duling reportedly showcasing up to 15 different outfits within just 13 seconds of footage.

Previously, her Guanyin-like appearance in Till The End of The Moon was widely regarded as one of the most stunning visuals in recent Chinese drama history. She has continued to impress audiences with striking looks in projects such as A Lonely Hero’s Journey, Love Game in Eastern Fantasy, Fangs of Fortune, The Glory, and more. Each time behind-the-scenes photos are released, her beauty becomes a trending topic online.

Born in 1993, Chen Duling is known not only for her looks but also for her academic achievements. She was admitted to Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics with an impressive score of 621 out of 750, later ranking among the school’s top 10 students in her field.

Her beauty was evident from the very beginning of her career. For his directorial debut The Left Ear, actor-director Alec Su held a nationwide casting search. At the time, Chen Duling had just won a campus beauty contest. Despite submitting only a simple, unedited photo, her pure and natural charm stood out, earning her the leading role and launching her career in the entertainment industry.

Since then, she has built a strong filmography with works such as Song of Youth, My Journey to You, Till The End of The Moon, Fangs of Fortune, Love Game in Eastern Fantasy, and more.

Sources: K14