Lu Han Profile – Biography, Age, Fun Facts

📝 Profile Summary

Lu Han stands out as a multi-talented artist, leaving a unique mark thanks to his blend of professional performance skills and a friendly, approachable personality. He demonstrates versatility across music and film, from large-scale concerts to starring roles in hit movies. Lu Han constantly reinvents his image, captivating young audiences with his trendy fashion sense, natural communication style, and serious dedication to every artistic project. With a massive fanbase, he consistently ranks among the top young Chinese celebrities in terms of influence and earnings.

Artistic Identity & Performance Style

Lu Han makes a strong impression through dynamic performances, especially at national concerts like “πDAY,” where he showcases stage mastery, choreography, and cutting-edge sound and lighting effects while engaging warmly with the audience. Each appearance brings something new-sometimes powerful, sometimes subtle-always listening to fan feedback to refine his multi-dimensional artist persona. Lu Han frequently interacts with fans via livestreams and fan meetings, building authentic emotional connections and solidifying his image as a “national idol.” His performance style is praised for creativity, adaptability, and emotional delivery, making every show uniquely memorable.

Project Selection Style

Lu Han’s project choices reflect a clear preference for scripts with psychological depth or roles that challenge him. He starred in films like 20 Once Again (2015)-a successful Korean remake-and The Witness (2015), where he played a visually impaired character, earning positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. In music, Lu Han experiments with genres from R&B and Future Bass to Jazz fusion in his “XXVII” album series, showing that he selects projects based on opportunities to reinvent himself and leave a personal mark. He’s unafraid to join large-scale productions or collaborate with international producers, affirming his status as a trendsetting young artist.

Fashion Style & Image

Lu Han is a new-generation fashion icon, chosen by major brands like Gucci, Cartier, and Lancôme for high-profile campaigns. He is also the co-founder of the fashion brand Un Garcon Charmant (UGC), which has appeared at Paris Fashion Week and hosted pop-ups in Tokyo, drawing significant attention from Asian youth. UGC’s collections often sell out immediately, highlighting Lu Han’s influence not only as an artist but also as a fashion entrepreneur. He regularly graces the covers of major magazines, each time presenting a fresh look-from edgy streetwear to classic suits-helping to shape men’s fashion trends in China.

Signature Strengths

Lu Han possesses outstanding dance skills, stable live vocals on large stages, and multilingual performance abilities (Mandarin, Korean, English). He’s recognized as one of the most charismatic stage performers of his generation, able to command concerts with tens of thousands of fans while maintaining close interaction. Lu Han also writes lyrics for his solo albums, demonstrating a serious investment in his artistry. He holds a Guinness World Record for the most comments on a single Weibo post, proving his exceptional social media appeal.

Fun Facts / Trivia

• Loves mint ice cream-even in winter, he’ll brave the chill for a sweet treat.
• Allergic to seafood, so he always “dodges” those dishes when dining out with friends.
• Nicknamed “Lu Lu” (鹿鹿) for his baby face and “irresistibly cute” personality.
• Hardcore football fan, especially of David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo; once dreamed of being a footballer before becoming an idol.
• Can solve a Rubik’s Cube while answering interview questions-blink and you’ll miss it!
• Holds a Guinness World Record for over 100 million comments on a single Weibo post.
• Famous for his “pouty selfies”-fans jokingly call him the “pout king.”
• When feeling down, he often confides in Lay (EXO), chatting about anything and everything.
• Hopes to duet with Leehom Wang-his musical idol.
• Excellent at math, but once “pouted” over a bad grade and wrote “hate” a hundred times on his test paper.

Notable Quotes

“I want to be the best version of myself, not a copy of anyone else.”

“Success isn’t a destination, but a journey of constant effort.”

“Music is an emotional bridge that brings me closer to people.”

Family & Personal Life

Lu Han was born and raised in Beijing in a modest, private family. He rarely discusses his family in the media, maintaining a strong stance on protecting their privacy. On personal relationships, Lu Han publicly dated actress Guan Xiaotong, a relationship that drew significant public attention. He is currently unmarried and has no children.

Career Milestones

• 2011: Official debut with EXO-M, serving as main vocalist and visual of the group.
• 2014: Left EXO, returned to China to launch a solo career, making a splash as both singer and actor.
• 2015: Released debut solo album Reloaded, one of the top-selling digital albums in China.
• 2015: Starred in 20 Once Again, a box office hit that showcased his acting talent.
• 2016–2017: Released the digital album series “XXVII,” experimenting with new music styles and winning “Album of the Year” at the Asian Music Gala.
• 2019: π-volume.1 album sold over 3.4 million copies, cementing his digital music market appeal.
• 2023: Successfully held the “πDAY” concert tour in five major cities, combining online and offline formats and receiving high praise for performance quality.
• Special highlight: First young artist to have a wax figure at Madame Tussauds Beijing-a memorable milestone for fans.

Notable Songs / Films

Notable Songs

Music	Year	Streams/Rating (Wikipedia)
Reloaded	2015	#1 QQ Music Chart
Medals	2016	2M+ streams
Catch Me When I Fall	2016	Top 10 Digital Chart
Set It Off	2017	1.5M+ streams
On Fire	2017	1.2M+ streams
Dream Up	2020	Top 5 Digital Single
π-volume.1	2019	3.4M copies sold
π-volume.2	2019	1.2M copies sold

Notable Films

Film/Drama	Year	Role	Rating (Douban)
20 Once Again	2015	Xiang Qian Jin	7.2
The Witness	2015	Lin Chong	6.3
Time Raiders	2016	Wu Xie	5.0
Fighter of Destiny	2017	Chen Changsheng	5.1
Sweet Combat	2018	Ming Tian	5.7
Shanghai Fortress	2019	Jiang Yang	4.0

Awards & Achievements

• Ranked #2 on the Forbes China Celebrity 100 in 2017, just behind Fan Bingbing-a remarkable leap for a young artist.
• Won “Album of the Year” at the 2017 Asian Music Gala for the “XXVII” series-proof of his creative endurance.
• First post-90s generation artist to have a wax figure at Madame Tussauds Beijing, confirming his mass appeal.
• Holds the Guinness World Record for most comments on a Weibo post (over 100 million).
• Named “Artist of the Year” by China Newsweek-a representative artist of the new generation.
• π-volume.1 album sold over 3.4 million copies, among the best-selling albums in China in 2019.
• Chosen as the face of several major international brands, elevating the image of young Chinese artists globally.

Agency & Partnerships

Lu Han was formerly under SM Entertainment during his time with EXO, later establishing Lu Han Studio to manage his solo activities in China. He is the face of major brands like Gucci, Cartier, and Lancôme, and co-founded the fashion brand Un Garcon Charmant (UGC), which has appeared at Paris Fashion Week.

Group History

EXO-M is the Mandarin-language subunit of EXO, where Lu Han served as main vocalist, visual, and one of the group’s standout dancers. He played a key role in helping EXO-M achieve international success and expand EXO’s reach in China and across Asia. Lu Han’s “prince-like” image-both strong and approachable-created a unique appeal that helped EXO-M win major awards and build a dedicated fan community. After leaving the group, Lu Han has maintained good relations with former members and the EXO-L fandom.