Ethan Juan
| Ethan Ruan / Ethan Juan | |||||
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 2010 Taipei International Book Exhibition Monga Photobook Event | |||||
| Chinese name | 阮經天 (traditional) | ||||
| Chinese name | 阮经天 (simplified) | ||||
| Pinyin | Ruǎn Jīngtiān (Mandarin) | ||||
| Origin | Republic of China (Taiwan) | ||||
| Born |
November 8, 1982 Taichung, Taiwan | ||||
| Other name(s) |
Ethan Ruan Juan Ching-Tien Ruan Jing-Tian | ||||
| Occupation | Model, Actor | ||||
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Ethan Juan (traditional Chinese: 阮經天; simplified Chinese: 阮经天; pinyin: Ruǎn Jīngtiān; Wade–Giles: Juan Ching-t'ien) was born on 8 November 1982. He is a Taiwanese actor and model. He is sometimes credited as Juan Ching-Tien or Ruan Jing-Tian. He rose to prominence in the Taiwanese drama Fated To Love You, and is the 2010 Best Leading Actor winner of the 47th Golden Horse Awards for his role in Monga.[1]
Early life
Juan grew up in Taichung, Taiwan. As a competitive swimmer in his early years, Juan's numerous achievements and awards gained him admission into the highly prestigious National Taichung First Senior High School. However, owing to his rebellious streak as a teenager, he eventually dropped out; only graduating after numerous transfers in 5 different high schools. Thereafter, he held several part-time jobs and it was merely by chance that he joined the entertainment industry- after auditioning with his friend for a role in a music video.
Acting career
Juan began his career in the entertainment industry with Catwalk Modelling Agency. As a model, he starred in the music videos of several popular artistes, including but not limited to Stephanie Sun, A-Mei and S.H.E. He also made his debut in the acting scene with Michael the Archangel's Dance, co-starring with Taiwanese boyband Energy. Subsequently, Juan took on other dramas such as Green Forest, My Home and Summer X Summer.
However, despite proving promising, Juan's career failed to take off. He made an average of NT$200,000 per year, a measly amount hardly enough for anyone to live comfortably in Taipei. As a result, he had his electric and water supplies cut off many times. It was only with his lead role as Ji Cunxi in 2008 Idol Drama Fated to Love You that he gained popularity. This drama hence marked the turning point in Juan's career, as he increasingly gained recognition for his acting skills.
Juan's winning of Best Male Lead at the 47th Golden Horse Awards based on his role as "Monk" in Monga further served as strong testament to his acting skills. After receiving the award, he experienced a considerable increase in status and attention, receiving numerous film invitations from prominent directors.
Juan served alternative service in lieu of military service due to his flat feet (a recognized medical condition) in Taiwan, and was due to be discharged in January 2013.[2] During his post at the Ministry of Education in New Taipei City, he was to receive a monthly salary of NT$9,955.[3]
Television series
| Year | Chinese Title | English Title | Role | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 米迦勒之舞 | Michael the Archangel's Dance | Supporting | Ghost |
| 2005 | 綠光森林 | Green Forest, My Home | 2nd male lead | Owen (靳歐文) |
| 2006 | 花樣少年少女 | Hanazakarino Kimitachihe | Supporting | Shen Le (申樂) |
| 2007 | 熱情仲夏 | Summer x Summer | Supporting | Qiao Shan (周喬杉) |
| 我在墾丁*天氣晴 | Wayward Kenting | 2nd male lead | Shao Nan (郭紹南) | |
| 2008 | 命中注定我愛你 | Fated to Love You | Male lead | Ji Cun Xi (紀存希) |
| 無敵珊寶妹 | Invincible Shan Bao Mei | cameo | Ji Cun Xi (紀存希) | |
| 2009 | 敗犬女王 | My Queen | Male lead | Lucas (盧卡斯) |
Films
| Year | English Title | Chinese Title | Role | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Exit No. 6 | 六號出口 | Vance | |
| 2007 | Brotherhood of Legio | 神選者 | ||
| 2008 | ORZboyz | 囧男孩 | 長大後的 騙子二號 | Guest Star |
| 2009 | L-O-V-E | 愛到底 | 小天 | Lucky chapter (幸運) |
| 2009 | New Boy Jiali | |||
| 2010 | Monga | 艋舺 | Monk 和尚(何天佑) | Awarded 2010 Best Leading Actor - 47th Golden Horse Awards |
| 2012 | LOVE | 愛 | 小寬 | |
| 2012 | The Guillotines | 血滴子 | 冷 | |
| 2013 | The Assassin | 聶隱娘 | Post-production | |
| 2013 | Playground in the Army | 軍中樂園 | Filming | |
| 2014 | Girl Friends |
Awards
Film and TV Awards:
47th Golden Horse Awards Winner - Best Actor - Ethan Ruan - Monga
2011 Asian Film Awards Nominee - Best Actor - Ethan Ruan - Monga
2008 QQ Entertainment Awards Winner - Best TV Actor (HK, TW) - Ethan Ruan
2011 Chinese Film Media Awards Nominee - Favorite Actor - Ethan Ruan - Monga
Music videos
- S.H.E - 安静了
- Jolin Tsai 蔡依林 - 妥協
- S.H.E - 河濱公園
- Stefanie Sun 孫燕姿 - 神奇
- Faye Wong 王菲 - 煙
- Cyndi Wang 王心凌 - 那年夏天寧靜的海
- Penny Tai 戴佩妮 - 愛過
- Fish Leong 沒有如果
- A-Mei 張惠妹 - 就是我想你
References
- ↑ Nominees & Winners-Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards Retrieved 2010-12-23
- ↑ "Ethan Ruan enlists for military service". Xin MSN Entertainment. 1 February 2012. Retrieved 21 May 2012.
- ↑ "Ethan Ruan to receive monthly pay of S$428". Xin MSN Entertainment. 6 March 2012. Retrieved 21 May 2012.
- ↑ "Ethan Juan". imdb.com. Retrieved March 4, 2010.
- ↑ "Ethan Ruan". chinesemov.com. Retrieved March 4, 2010.
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