In Chinese entertainment, the eyes are more than a feature—they are an actress’s most powerful emotional tool. From intense stares to subtle glances, a single look can define an entire character.
A newly surfaced ranking has highlighted the 10 Chinese actresses with the most beautiful eyes, igniting discussions online over each star’s signature gaze. While Yang Mi claimed the top spot, beloved icon Zhao Wei surprisingly rounded out the list at No. 10.
1. Yang Mi – The Fox Fairy Gaze
Topping the list is Yang Mi, celebrated for her long, slightly upturned eyes and fierce stare. Often described as embodying the mythical “fox fairy” look, her roles, most notably Bai Qian in Eternal Love, are remembered for the way her eyes convey strength, mystery, and femininity. Yang Mi’s unique eye shape sets her apart in a sea of doe-eyed actresses.
2. Zhou Xun – Eyes That Speak Volumes
A member of the “Four Dan Actresses,” Zhou Xun is known for her small but incredibly expressive eyes. Critics and directors alike praise her for her ability to convey entire emotional arcs without dialogue. In Ruyi’s Royal Love in the Palace, her gaze alone carried the story’s sorrow and rage.
3. Dilraba Dilmurat – Ethereal Depth
With her mixed heritage beauty, Dilraba boasts large, deep-set eyes that give her a captivating and exotic aura. Though her striking looks sometimes draw criticism in “ordinary” roles, her eyes are perfect for high-glamour and fantasy dramas.
4. Zhao Liying – Innocent and Expressive
Zhao Liying‘s big, bright eyes and childlike innocence made her a natural fit for underdog characters. As her career evolved, her gaze gained maturity and emotional restraint, showing range while retaining her signature charm.
5. Adi Kan – Melancholy Elegance
Not as widely known, Adi Kan has quietly won over audiences with her mournful, emotive eyes. Whether in minor roles or antagonistic ones like in Story of Yanxi Palace, her eyes often deliver more emotion than her dialogue.
6. Fan Bingbing – The Regal Gaze
Fan Bingbing‘s long, commanding eyes have helped cement her as a queenly figure on screen. In The Empress of China, her gaze charted the rise of an innocent girl to the empress of an empire. Fashion magazines worldwide have hailed her for her “cold yet magnetic” eyes.
7. Gülnezer Bextiyar – Bright and Bold
Often called a “school goddess,” Gülnezer possesses large, luminous eyes that combine sweetness with strength. Though her acting is still debated, she shines visually in period dramas thanks to her expressive gaze.
8. Joe Chen – The Rom-Com Darling
Veteran idol drama queen Joe Chen made a name for herself with her round, sparkling eyes. From The Prince Who Turns into a Frog to Fated to Love You, her gaze conveyed warmth, mischief, and sincerity—cornerstones of her appeal.
9. Chen Hao – Classical Charm
Dubbed “the most beautiful ancient drama actress” of her time, Chen Hao has phoenix-shaped eyes that exude wisdom and grace. Her eyes perfectly suit roles steeped in strategy, sorrow, and subtle emotion.
10. Zhao Wei – The Endearing Icon
Last but not forgotten, Zhao Wei became a household name with her wide, round eyes and lively expressions, especially in My Fair Princess. Though she ranks at the bottom, her eyes once defined a generation of Chinese TV. As her roles matured, her emotional delivery remained instinctive rather than calculated, proof of her natural charisma.
This list proves that beauty is more than symmetry, it’s expression, emotion, and the ability to mesmerize. From mystical fox fairies to sorrowful queens, these actresses remind us that sometimes, one look is all it takes.