An Yuexi (; born 10 June 1989) is a

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actress. She is known for her supporting roles as a worm in ''

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'' and a servant in ''

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''; and her lead roles in '' The Whirlwind Girl 2'' and '' Let's Shake It''.

Early life

An Yuexi studied at the

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, majoring in musical theater.

Career

Beginnings

An Yuexi debuted as an actress in the television series ''Editorial Department Story'', then went on to feature in the period drama ''To Elderly with Love'' the same year. In 2013, she starred in the youth film ''Young Style'' alongside

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. The film premiered at the

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, which made her more known. The same year, she starred in the military drama ''Redgate Brothers'', her first small-screen lead role. In 2014, An starred in her first historical drama ''Cosmetology High''. She also featured in modern drama ''Secrets of Women'' and spy drama ''The Stalker''.

Rising popularity

In 2015, An played a supporting role in the xianxia drama ''

''. The drama was a massive hit and led to increased recognition for An. The same year, she was cast as in the film ''On Fallen Wings'' where she played two roles. In 2016, An starred in the youth sports drama '' The Whirlwind Girl 2'' alongside

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. In 2017, An co-starred in the fantasy romance drama ''

''; another massive hit. An's performance was recognized and praised by critics, leading to widespread recognition for her. The same year, An played the lead role in the comedy web drama '' Let's Shake It''. The low budget series unexpectedly become popular and gained a cult following online, leading to a second season to be produced. The same year, she starred in the fantasy action series ''Rakshasa Street'' alongside

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, as well as youth melodrama ''The Endless Love''. In 2018, An starred in the period romance drama ''Granting You a Dreamlike Life'' with

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. In 2019, An starred in the romance drama ''Standing in The Time'' alongside Xing Zhaolin.

Filmography

Film

Television series

Discography

References

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