1. Overview
Lu Han, often known mononymously as Luhan, is a prominent Chinese singer, actor, and dancer. Born on April 20, 1990, in Beijing, China, he initially gained international recognition as a member of the South Korean-Chinese boy group Exo and its Mandarin-language sub-unit, Exo-M. After departing from Exo in October 2014, Lu Han embarked on a highly successful solo career in China, establishing himself as a multifaceted entertainer across music, film, and television.
His solo musical endeavors include the critically and commercially successful album Reloaded and the conceptual XXVII series. As an actor, he has starred in several box office hits such as 20 Once Again (2015), The Witness (2015), and Time Raiders (2016), and notable television dramas like Fighter of the Destiny (2017) and Cross Fire (2020).
Lu Han's immense popularity and influence in China have led to the coining of the term "Luhan effect," reflecting his significant impact on popular culture and the entertainment market. He has achieved multiple Guinness World Records related to social media engagement and fan interactions. Recognized for his commercial appeal, he has served as a brand ambassador for numerous domestic and international companies and has consistently ranked among the highest-paid celebrities on the Forbes China Celebrity 100 list. Beyond his entertainment career, Lu Han is also involved in various philanthropic activities and business ventures, including his own fashion brand.
2. Early Life and Education
Lu Han was born on April 20, 1990, in Haidian, Beijing, China. He grew up as an only child in a military family, though specific details about his family background remain private. From a young age, he attended boarding schools, including Beijing Yingcai Education School (graduating in 1999), Beijing Shida Middle School (graduating in 2002), and Beijing Haidian Foreign Language Shi Yan School (graduating in 2005).
During his school years, Lu Han developed a strong passion for football, becoming a devoted fan of Manchester United. He captained his school's football team, leading them to win the school's football championship. His interest in music and performance also emerged early; he formed his own band, where he served as the lead vocalist, and released self-recorded music. He even had a fan club during his school days.
In 2008, Lu Han unsuccessfully auditioned for JYP Entertainment at their global audition held in China. Later, in 2009, he moved to South Korea to study at Yonsei University's Korean Language Institute as an exchange student, where he studied the Korean language and passed the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK). In 2010, while studying in Seoul, he was scouted by an SM Entertainment representative in Myeong-dong (or Dongdaemun Market) who recommended him to audition for the company. He successfully passed the SM Casting System audition, reportedly singing Kim Hyun-sik's 1986 song "Like Rain, Like Music," and became a trainee under the agency. He spent about one and a half years training in singing, dancing, and acting.
3. Career with EXO
After more than two years of rigorous training, Lu Han was officially introduced as the second member of the new boy group Exo on December 27, 2011, following Kai. He was presented as one of the four Chinese members of the group and its Mandarin-language sub-unit, Exo-M. Lu Han made his first televised performance alongside Tao, Chen, and Kai at the SBS Gayo Daejeon on December 29, 2011.
In the lead-up to their official debut, Exo released prologue singles. "What Is Love", sung by Lu Han and Chen, was released on January 30, 2012. This was followed by "History" on March 9, 2012. Exo held their first pre-debut showcase at Seoul's Olympic Stadium on March 31, 2012, and a second showcase and press conference in Beijing, China, on April 1, 2012.
Exo-M officially debuted with the single "Mama" on April 8, 2012, followed by the EP of the same name, Mama, on April 9, 2012. Lu Han served as the center, main vocalist, lead dancer, and visual of the group, primarily focusing on activities in the Chinese market with Exo-M.
Beyond group activities, Lu Han participated in special projects. On April 24, 2012, he joined other SM Entertainment artists, including D.O., Baekhyun, Chen, BoA, Kangta, TVXQ, Taeyeon, Yesung, Jonghyun, and Luna, to release "Dear My Family" for the soundtrack of the film I AM.. On August 23, 2012, he partnered with BoA for a performance of "Only One" on KBS's Music Bank. He also joined the dance unit Younique Unit, which included Eunhyuk, Hyoyeon, Taemin, Henry Lau, and Kai, to release the single "MAXSTEP" for Hyundai.
Exo continued to release successful albums, including their first studio album XOXO on June 3, 2013, and popular singles like "Growl" (August 5, 2013), "Miracles in December" (December 4, 2013), and "Overdose" (May 7, 2014). Lu Han also participated in the 2013 Asian Dream Cup charity football match in Shanghai on June 23, 2013, as part of the Chinese team. During his time with Exo, the group earned numerous major music awards in both South Korea and China.
4. Departure from EXO and Legal Disputes
On October 10, 2014, Lu Han filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment in the Seoul Central District Court to nullify his exclusive contract, effectively leading to his departure from Exo. This action followed a period of reported health issues; he had been suffering from insomnia and headaches due to demanding schedules and long flights, leading to his absence from a concert in Thailand in September 2014 and a weakened state during a Beijing concert later that month.
In his lawsuit, Lu Han cited several reasons for his departure, including an overly long contract term, the company's handling of his activities, and unfair profit distribution. He also emphasized his deteriorating health. SM Entertainment, however, strongly opposed the lawsuit, claiming it was filed by "behind forces" using the same legal firm and methods as former member Kris, who had filed a similar lawsuit earlier that year. SM argued that Lu Han was prioritizing personal gain over the group's activities and the interests of all parties involved in his contract. The company's stock price experienced a significant drop following the news, with a market capitalization loss of over 100.00 B KRW.
The lawsuit proceeded through multiple mediation attempts, but the parties failed to reach an agreement. SM Entertainment subsequently filed lawsuits in Chinese and Hong Kong courts against Lu Han and companies that had engaged him for unauthorized activities. On July 21, 2016, through a court-recommended settlement, Lu Han and SM Entertainment officially reached an agreement to terminate the lawsuit. The settlement stipulated that Lu Han's contract with SM would remain valid until 2022, but his activities would be restricted only in South Korea and Japan. He would be free to pursue activities elsewhere, particularly in China, but would not promote as a member of Exo. The exact details of the profit-sharing ratio between Lu Han and SM Entertainment were not publicly disclosed, though rumors suggested a 10% or 30% share. SM confirmed that Lu Han had no plans to resume activities with Exo.
Following the settlement, Lu Han made several visits to South Korea for work and leisure. In January 2016, he was seen at Incheon International Airport, reportedly on vacation with staff from his personal studio. He also returned in April 2016 to film for the Chinese variety show Keep Running alongside the Korean cast of Running Man. He continued to visit South Korea frequently, being spotted in areas like Apgujeong-dong and interacting with fans.
5. Solo Music Career
After his departure from Exo, Lu Han quickly established a prolific solo music career, releasing a series of successful albums and singles.
5.1. Solo Albums and Singles
In 2014, Lu Han contributed to the soundtrack of his debut film, 20 Once Again, by singing the theme song "Our Tomorrow." The music video for the song achieved a new record by surpassing 1 million views in just 47 minutes. He also released a rendition of "Tian mi mi" for the Chinese re-release of the film Comrades: Almost a Love Story, with director Peter Chan reportedly selecting him for his gentle and clear voice.
In July 2015, Lu Han announced his first solo album, revealing a collaboration with renowned producer Djemba Djemba, marking Djemba's first production for an Asian artist. The same month, he collaborated with David Tao on "Please Come to the Great Wall to Ski," a bidding song for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Lu Han's first digital album, Reloaded I, launched on September 10, 2015, via QQ Music. It sold 880,000 units on its first day, setting a record for first-day sales, and quickly surpassed 1 million sales, becoming the fastest-selling digital album. In November, he released "Medals," the soundtrack for the film The Witness. "Medals" topped both the V Chart and the Billboard Hot 100, making it the first Mandarin single to achieve the latter. In December, he released "Deep," a promotional song for the Chinese version of Kung Fu Panda 3.
His first studio album, Reloaded, was released on December 14, 2015. It topped the Tower Records chart in Japan and was the only album from mainland China to enter the Top 5 of Taiwan's G-Music year-end chart. Reloaded sold over 3 million copies and was certified platinum by the IFPI, a first for an album from mainland China. By May 2016, Reloaded I had sold over 2 million copies, earning a double diamond certification, and by June 2016, it exceeded 3 million copies, becoming the first digital album to receive a golden diamond certification in China.
Starting in late 2016, Lu Han began releasing a series of albums under the theme "XXVII," representing "Xperience," "Xplore," "Venture," "Imagination," and "I." This series aimed to document his growth at age 27.
- On October 21, 2016, he unveiled Xperience with the track "Catch Me When I Fall," co-produced by Santell and the Picard Brothers.
- On December 27, 2016, he released Xplore, featuring "Winter Song" and "Skin to Skin." "Skin to Skin," his second English-language song, incorporated R&B, Future Bass, Electro, and House genres.
- On February 21, 2017, Venture was released with "What if I Said" and "Roleplay." Lu Han co-wrote the lyrics for "Roleplay," addressing his experiences with paparazzi harassment.
- "Imagination" followed in April 2017, including "On Call" (his first foray into fusion jazz) and "Say It."
- "I," the final part of the series, was released in June 2017 with "Set It Off" and "On Fire."
In July 2017, the XXVII album series earned him the "Album of the Year" award at the Asian Music Gala. In September 2017, he released a single for the soundtrack of the film Sky Hunter.
On April 17, 2019, Lu Han released the single album π-volume.1, which sold over 3.4 million units. A second single album, π-volume.2, followed on August 30, 2019, selling over 1.2 million units. On January 17, 2020, he released "Dream Up" to promote his third concert tour. In 2020, he released 12 songs across two albums, π-volume.3 and π-volume.4, both achieving diamond certification on QQ Music. This made him the first Chinese artist to surpass 100.00 M CNY in digital music sales and the first and only singer to have 11 diamond-certified singles on QQ Music.
Other notable solo singles include "That Good Good" (October 2015), "Your Song," "Football Gang," "Promises" (OPPO CM song), and "LU." In 2021, he released the physical album π, designed as a floppy disk with a USB, with limited editions selling out in seconds. He also released the single "Gone with the Wind" and sang "Lian Cheng Ci" for the anime Heaven Official's Blessing, which surpassed 1 million saves on QQ Music. As of 2021, Lu Han has 16 songs with over a million "hearts" (likes) on the platform. In 2022, he released "Slow Ride" and "Keep Me Alive" in November.
5.2. Concerts and Tours
Lu Han's solo career has been marked by successful concert tours, demonstrating his strong live performance presence and dedicated fanbase.
His first solo concert tour, "Luhan Reloaded: 2016 Luhan 1st China Tour," traveled to Beijing on March 26, Guangzhou on April 2, and Shanghai on April 9, 2016. This tour attracted approximately 30,000 people.
In 2018, Lu Han embarked on his "RE:X" national tour, with stops in Beijing (October 6), Hangzhou (October 13), and Shenzhen (November 9). This tour was a significant success, drawing over 134,000 people.
He also planned a "π Day" tour for 2021, with stops in Chongqing and Guangzhou, though these were temporarily canceled due to the pandemic. A "π Day" tour for 2023 was announced, including Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Chongqing.
6. Acting Career
Lu Han has diversified his career through extensive work in film, television, and variety shows, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
6.1. Film
Lu Han made his film debut in 2015, starring in 20 Once Again, a Chinese remake of the South Korean hit film Miss Granny. The film topped box office charts, becoming the highest-grossing Korean-Chinese co-produced film with a revenue of 366.00 M CNY (approximately 3.60 B CNY). For his performance, he received the "Newcomer of the Year" award at the Beijing International Film Festival and the "Most Popular Actor" award at the Beijing College Student Film Festival.
In the same year, he starred opposite Yang Mi in the crime thriller The Witness, a remake of the 2011 Korean movie Blind. This film also performed well, earning 215.00 M CNY at the box office. He also made a cameo appearance in the Hong Kong film 12 Golden Ducks.
In 2016, Lu Han starred in the fantasy-action-adventure film Time Raiders, based on the popular online novel series Tomb Raiders. The film premiered on August 5 and topped box office charts, becoming one of the biggest summer hits of 2016 with over 1.00 B CNY in revenue. He also featured in The Great Wall, a historical epic directed by Zhang Yimou, and made a cameo in See You Tomorrow (also known as The Ferryman).
In 2017, he had a cameo role as Deng Xiaoping in the historical film The Founding of an Army. In 2019, he starred in the science fiction film Shanghai Fortress alongside Shu Qi, which earned 124.00 M CNY. In 2023, he sang "The Road to Glory" for the film China Ping Pong.
6.2. Television Dramas
Lu Han made his television drama debut in 2017, starring in Fighter of the Destiny, a fantasy wuxia series based on the novel of the same name. The drama was a significant success, helping to expand his fame, attracting over 2 million new fans, and becoming one of the top four most-watched Chinese dramas of all time with over 30.22 billion views and an average rating of 1.12% on CSM52.
In 2018, he returned to the small screen with the youth sports drama Sweet Combat, co-starring Guan Xiaotong. This series accumulated 8.14 billion views and an average rating of 1.62% nationwide.
In 2020, Lu Han starred in the web drama Cross Fire, where his performance as Xiao Feng was highly praised, marking a significant breakthrough in his acting career. The series achieved an impressive 8.1 rating on Douban with over 100,000 reviews, becoming his best-reviewed work to date and earning recognition as a "Youth Vitality TV Drama" at the 2nd People's Daily Data Popularity Awards. Also in 2020, he took on his first villain role in the web drama Sisyphus, showcasing a different facet of his acting. His portrayal was well-received by critics and co-stars, leading the iQIYI charts and breaking 7200 in "heat index."
He also had a cameo appearance as himself in episode 2 of the 2012 Korean drama To the Beautiful You.
6.3. Variety Shows
Lu Han has been a prominent figure in Chinese variety television. In 2015, he joined the cast of Hurry Up, Brother (also known as Keep Running), the Chinese spin-off of the South Korean program Running Man, remaining a fixed cast member for multiple seasons (Seasons 3, 4, 5, and 6).
Other significant appearances include:
- Happy Camp (2015, 2017) to promote his films and dramas.
- Real Hero (2015).
- Big Shot (2015).
- China Film Report (2015).
- Bazaar Show (2015).
- Back to School Season 2 (2016), as a fixed cast member.
- Hello, is it Luhan? (2016), his first solo web variety show, offering a glimpse into his daily life, music video shoots, and concert rehearsals.
- Date Super Star Season 2 (2017).
- Eat Well (2017).
- Hot Blood Dance Crew (2018), as a dance mentor.
- Sing Out (2018), as an initiator of singing duets, participated until episode 5.
- Back to Field Season 3 (2019), as a guest in Episodes 11, 12.
- National Treasure Season 2 (2019), as a guest.
- Produce Camp 2020 (2020), as a music mentor.
- HaHaHaHaHa (2020, 2021, 2022), as a fixed cast member alongside Deng Chao and Chen He.
- Vlog One Day (2022), a personal vlog series documenting his daily life.
7. Awards and Public Influence
Lu Han's career has been marked by numerous accolades and a profound impact on popular culture, particularly in China.
7.1. Major Awards and Nominations
Lu Han has received a multitude of awards for his contributions to music, film, and overall entertainment:
- 2014:** Most Valuable Male Star (Baidu Moments Conference), Asia Popular Idol Award (iQiyi All-Star Carnival Night), Person of the Year (Tudou Young Choice Awards), Annual Most Popular Male Artist (Baidu Fudian).
- 2015:** Weibo Male God of the Year and Weibo King (2014 Sina Weibo Night), Newcomer of the Year (5th Beijing International Film Festival), Most Popular Actor (22nd Beijing College Student Film Festival, 12th Guangzhou University Student Film Festival), Best Newcomer (22nd Beijing College Student Film Festival), Asia New Idol (GQ Men of the Year Awards), Most Influential Singer of the Year (Star Power Chart).
- 2016:** Best Digital Album of the Year for Reloaded and Best Male Singer of the Year (QQ Music Awards), Media Recommended Album of the Year, All-round Artist of the Year, and Top 20 Songs of the Year for "Medals" (Music Radio Global Chinese Golden Chart), Best Album of the Year for Reloaded and Best Male Artist - Mainland (4th V Chart Awards), Asia All-Round Artist Award (Tencent Star Awards, iQiyi All-Star Carnival), Artist of the Year (2016 Annual Figures Honor Ceremony), Influential Figure of the Year (China Newsweek), Best New Actor (Huading Awards).
- 2017:** Album of the Year for XXVII (Asian Music Gala), Best Music Video for "Skin to Skin" and Top 10 Songs for "Winter Song," "What If I Said," and "On Call" (Fresh Asia Chart Festival 2017), Most Influential Singer of the Year (Power Star Chart), Most Influential Topic of the Year (Weibo Fan Festival), Most Commercially Valuable Male Artist of the Year (Baidu Moments), Most Influential All-Round Artist in Asia (Asian Influence Awards), Domestic Album of the Year for XXVII (Asian Music Gala), All-round Artist of the Year (Kugou Music), Most Popular TV Drama Actor (China University Student Television Festival).
- 2018:** Most Searched Star of the Year (Weibo Fan Festival), Most Influential Singer of the Year and Annual Popular Star (Power Star Chart), All-round Artist of the Year (iQiyi Scream Night 2019), Ambassador for Inheritance and Continuity (14th Changchun Film Festival), Best-selling Album of the Year for Xplore (Kugou Music), Top 10 Most Influential Stars in Philanthropy (Weibo Night 2017), Most Popular Pop Single of the Year (AbiLu Music Awards for "The Moment").
- 2019:** Excellent Influential Marketing Campaign of the Year (SPIA for "Manchester United Red Devil Messenger" project), All-round Artist of the Year (Tencent Star Awards), Most Anticipated Young Actor (Weibo Film Night 2019).
- 2020:** Top 10 Figures of the Year (Nandu Entertainment), Best Dance Music Artist of the Year (Asian Music Gala), Popular Male Artist of the Year (Phoenix Entertainment), Most Influential Singer and Most Popular Artist (Toutiao Shengdian).
- 2021:** Singer-Songwriter of the Year (Weibo Film Night 2020), "Gone with the Wind" in Top 10 Digital Singles (Tencent Music Chart H1 2021), "Lian Cheng Ci" in Top 10 Guofeng Songs and Top 10 TV Drama Soundtracks (Tencent Music Chart H1 2021).
Lu Han has also consistently appeared on the Forbes China Celebrity 100 list:
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 37th |
| 2017 | 2nd |
| 2019 | 13th |
| 2020 | 15th |
In 2017, he was the second highest-paid celebrity on the list, behind only Fan Bingbing, and the highest-ranked male celebrity in China. In 2016, Lu Han was featured on The Business of Fashion's "BOF 100" rankings, the only Chinese celebrity to be included, and was named the "Most Anticipated Chinese Star." He is also the first celebrity born after 1990 to be named "Artist of the Year" by China Newsweek.
7.2. Guinness World Records
Lu Han holds multiple Guinness World Records:
- August 5, 2014:** Most Comments on a Weibo Post, with over 13.2 million comments on a post titled "That's why I love Manchester United."
- September 2, 2015:** He broke his own record for Most Comments on a Weibo Post, reaching over 100.25 million comments on the same post.
- March 26, 2016:** Largest gathering of people wearing antlers, achieved during his "RE:X" concert in Beijing, with 1,731 fans wearing antlers, a symbol associated with him.
He is also noted for his achievements on Chinese digital music platforms and for ranking at the top of the Star Box-office Chart on nuomi.com, one of China's largest online ticket-buying platforms.
7.3. Media and Fandom
Lu Han has been dubbed by foreign media as the Chinese counterpart to Justin Bieber, owing to his immense popularity and dedicated fanbase in China. The term "Luhan effect" emerged to describe his significant influence among fans. His fandom is described as a "systemic, detailed social labor division and powerful execution empire" by GQ.
His massive album sales, surpassing even established artists like Jay Chou, sparked discussions about the state of Mandopop, with some questioning if the genre had "died" or become overly commercialized. However, the commercial failure of his 2019 film Shanghai Fortress led to debates about the sustainability of the "traffic star" model (artists whose popularity is driven by social media data and fan engagement), with some critics likening such artists to "meteors" rather than enduring "stars."
Lu Han has graced the covers of over 20 magazines between 2015 and 2016, becoming the first Chinese celebrity to appear on the covers of Elle China, GQ Style, Forbes China, Harper's Bazaar, and Cosmopolitan. He set a record by selling out a 20,000-limited edition magazine cover in just one second, with over 200,000 people attempting to purchase it. He also became the first male Asian celebrity to appear on the cover of ELLE in February 2015 and the first celebrity to open the inaugural issue of Vogue Me in 2016. Other notable magazine covers include L'Officiel Hommes China, Grazia, and i-D.
His fandom, LuHanBar, has also received recognition, including "The Best Fandom" at the Weibo Night 2014 and "Top 10 Most Influential Fandoms on Weibo" in 2020 and "Top 10 Most Positive Energy Fandoms on Weibo" in 2021.
8. Other Activities
Beyond his core entertainment career, Lu Han has engaged in various other endeavors, showcasing his multifaceted interests and commercial appeal.
8.1. Endorsements and Ambassador Roles
Lu Han is one of the most sought-after brand ambassadors in China, particularly among the younger generation, known for his significant commercial influence. His endorsements span a wide range of products and companies, from local Chinese brands to major international corporations.
Notable endorsements and ambassador roles include:
- Domestic Brands:** Kans (cosmetics), Darling (mobile shopping app), Baidu Map, Yili Weikechi (dairy products), Meilishuo (online shopping mall), Cavy Tech (motion-sensing game band), Oppo (mobile phones), Sohu App, China Unicom, Xiao Yang.
- International Brands:** Puma (Asia Global Model, first in Asia), L'Oréal (cosmetics), Lancôme (cosmetics), Lenovo (laptops), Volkswagen (The Beetle car), GAP (apparel), KFC (brand model), Sony (headphones, speakers), Adidas, Cartier (luxury watches, jewelry - first Asian and second global brand model), Audemars Piguet (Swiss watches - first Chinese and first male global brand ambassador), Gucci (fashion brand ambassador), Minute Maid (beverage), GEMICE, KohGenDo (makeup remover), Curél (global brand ambassador), RE:CIPE (sunscreen), Boucheron (luxury jewelry - third luxury endorsement, first male global brand ambassador), Vetreska.
In December 2015, Lu Han was announced as the official China ambassador for Star Wars. He released a single titled "The Inner Force," which served as the official Chinese promotional theme song for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In 2019, he officially became the "Red Devil Messenger" for Manchester United at Old Trafford.
8.2. Charity Work
Lu Han is actively involved in philanthropic activities and social contribution initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to various social causes.
- 2013:** Participated in the 3rd Asian Dream Cup, a charity football match hosted by the Park Ji-sung Foundation.
- 2014:** Nominated for the Ice Bucket Challenge, he donated to support patients with ALS.
- 2015:**
- Participated in CCTV1's Dream Star Partner to raise funds for children with hearing impairments; a pair of his donated earphones were auctioned for 113.00 K CNY.
- Donated to the "Yellow Bracelet" service for Alzheimer's disease patients.
- Partnered with Baidu Maps to donate school buses to rural children.
- Participated in Zhou Xun's activities to help children with autism.
- Contributed to the Bazaar Charity Night, donating funds and ambulances.
- Ranked 24th on the China Charity Celebrity List.
- Participated in "Running Sunshine+" with Keep Running cast members, donating supplies to students in Nanjing.
- 2016:**
- Established the China Youth Development Foundation with his fans to launch the "Happy Football Hope Project," providing football equipment and facilities to children in rural areas.
- Initiated the "Sunshine Vitamin Supplement Plan," donating supplies to children in the Tibet region.
- Organized the "Light Run +1" event with Tencent Charity Foundation and his fanbase, raising funds to establish 21 kindergartens.
- Donated funds and ambulances to the Bazaar Charity Night, despite being unable to attend due to filming.
- 2018:**
- Launched the "First Football Class" project, building football fields nationwide for children and supporting youth football development.
- Initiated the "RE:X" satellite project for educational purposes for middle school students, carrying 2 million wishes from his fans (ranked in Top 10 Most Influential Public Welfare Projects on Weibo 2018).
- Participated in the "Sailboat Project," a central government charity program for children in impoverished areas, which was also recognized as a Top 10 Most Influential Public Welfare Projects on Weibo 2018.
- 2019:** Established "Music Classrooms," providing music education and equipment to children.
- 2023:** Donated his ninth football field on his 33rd birthday as part of the "First Football Class" project.
Lu Han is the only celebrity in the entertainment industry to be awarded the honorary title of "Outstanding Contributor to the Hope Project 30 Years" by the China Youth Development Foundation.
8.3. Business Ventures
Lu Han has ventured into the business world, notably as a co-owner of the fashion brand Un Garcon Charmant (U.G.C), established in 2017. U.G.C is a contemporary urbanwear brand co-managed by Lu Han and his partners, drawing inspiration from the experiences of Generation Z to create a versatile and intelligent style. The brand emphasizes a creative approach with "ideas without boundaries."
U.G.C has gained international exposure, regularly appearing at Paris Fashion Week and the Tokyo Asian Trend Center. It has launched numerous quality products through collaborations with some international brands and designers, including CYDERHOUSE, WHIZLIMITED, and Kazuki Kuraishi. The brand focuses on both "internationalization" and "localization," conducting Pop-Up Tours in cities like Tokyo, Shanghai, and Chengdu. In a 2021 interview with i-D magazine, Lu Han revealed his role as a co-founder of the brand.
Additionally, Lu Han is reported to be the owner of 11 companies or personal studios based in China, involved in various business activities such as entertainment, e-commerce, and financial investments.
9. Personal Life
9.1. Relationship
On October 8, 2017, Lu Han publicly confirmed his relationship with Chinese actress Guan Xiaotong by tagging her in a post on his official Sina Weibo account, stating, "Hello everyone, let me introduce you, this is my girlfriend @Guan Xiaotong." This announcement garnered significant media attention and public reaction.
9.2. Social Commentary
In August 2019, during the 2019-20 Hong Kong protests, Lu Han shared photos of the Chinese flag on his official Sina Weibo account. These posts were accompanied by hashtags such as "the Chinese national flag has 1.4 billion flag bearers" and "I am a flag bearer," reflecting his stance on the political situation.
10. Discography and Filmography
10.1. Discography
10.1.1. EPs
| Title | Album Information | Sales | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reloaded I |
| 2,000,034 (as of May 2016) | First to surpass 2 million sales in China; Highest digital album sales record in China. |
| Reloaded II |
| 922,672 (as of April 2016) | |
| Reloaded + |
| 1,048,509 (as of February 2016) | |
| Luhan Wish Box |
| 10,000 limited edition Wish Boxes (including CD, DVD, photobook, poster, bracelet, T-shirt) sold out in 89 seconds. |
10.1.2. Singles and Soundtracks
| Title | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| "Dear My Family" | 2012 | I AM O.S.T |
| "MAXSTEP" | PYL Younique Volume 1 | |
| "Our Tomorrow" | 2014 | 20 Once Again OST |
| "Tian Mi Mi" (Sweet Honey) | 2015 | Remake for Comrades: Almost a Love Story Chinese re-release |
| "Please Come to the Great Wall to Ski" | 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics bid promotional OST (with David Tao) | |
| "That Good Good" | ||
| "Your Song" | ||
| "Football Gang" | ||
| "Medals" | The Witness theme song | |
| "Promises" | OPPO CM song | |
| "LU" | ||
| "Deep" | Kung Fu Panda 3 theme song | |
| "The Inner Force" | 2016 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens theme song |
| "Excited" | ||
| "Your Song" (acoustic ver.) | ||
| "Catch Me When I Fall" | ||
| "Let Me Stay By Your Side" | 2016 | The Ferryman OST |
| "Chasing Dream With Childlike Heart" | 2017 | Sky Hunter OST |
| "End of the World" | 2019 | Shanghai Fortress OST |
| "Dream Land" | 2020 | Cross Fire OST |
| "Imitation" | Sisyphus OST | |
| "Lian Cheng Ci" | 2021 | Heaven Official's Blessing anime OST |
| "The Road to Glory" | 2023 | China Ping Pong OST |
| "Crossing the Universe" | 2023 | Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse promotional song |
10.1.3. Music Videos
| Release Date | Title | Album | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-12-02 | "Our Tomorrow" | 20 Once Again OST | |
| 2015-02-04 | "Tian Mi Mi" | Remake for Comrades: Almost a Love Story Chinese re-release | |
| 2015-05-26 | "Please Come to the Great Wall to Ski" | 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics bid promotional OST (with David Tao) | |
| 2015-09-27 | "That Good Good" | Reloaded I | Dance version also released |
| 2015-09-21 | "Your Song" | ||
| 2015-09-25 | "Football Gang" | Dance version also released | |
| 2015-10-15 | "Medals" | The Witness theme song; film version also released | |
| 2015-11-02 | "Promises" | OPPO CM song; drama version also released | |
| 2015-11-26 | "LU" | Reloaded II | |
| 2015-11-26 | "Deep" | Kung Fu Panda 3 theme song | |
| 2016-01-07 | "The Inner Force" | Reloaded + | Star Wars: The Force Awakens theme song |
| 2016-02-17 | "Excited" | Dance version also released | |
| 2016-03-18 | "Adventure Time" | Reloaded I | Features Pyper America Smith; dance version also released |
| 2016-10-23 | "Catch Me When I Fall" | Xperience | |
| 2017-01-19 | "Skin to Skin" | Xplore |
10.1.4. Guest Appearances
| Title | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| "The Last Game" {{small|(remake; Kim Min-kyo)}} | 2014 |
10.2. Filmography
10.2.1. Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 20 Once Again | Xiang Qianjin | |
| 12 Golden Ducks | K-pop dancer | Cameo | |
| The Witness | Lin Chong | Lead role | |
| 2016 | Time Raiders | Wu Xie | Lead role |
| The Great Wall | Peng Yong | ||
| See You Tomorrow | Ma Li (young) | Cameo | |
| 2017 | The Founding of an Army | Deng Xiaoping | Cameo |
| 2019 | Shanghai Fortress | Jiang Yang | Lead role |
10.2.2. Television Drama
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | To the Beautiful You | Himself | Cameo; episode 2 |
| 2017 | Fighter of the Destiny | Chen Changsheng | Lead role |
| 2018 | Sweet Combat | Ming Tian | Lead role |
| 2020 | Cross Fire | Xiao Feng | Lead role |
| Sisyphus | Zhao Binbin | Supporting role |
10.2.3. Variety Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2018 | Keep Running | Cast member | |
| 2016 | Back to School 2 | Cast member | |
| 2016 | Hello, is it Luhan? | Cast member | Solo web variety show |
| 2018 | Hot Blood Dance Crew | Dance mentor | |
| 2018 | Sing Out | Initiator of singing duets | Participated until episode 5 |
| 2019 | Back to Field Season 3 | Guest | Episodes 11, 12 |
| 2019 | National Treasure Season 2 | Guest | |
| 2020 | Produce Camp 2020 | Mentor | |
| 2020-2023 | HaHaHaHaHa | Cast member | Seasons 1, 2, 3 |
| 2022 | Vlog One Day | Cast member | Personal vlog series |