[11] The same year, she starred in the romantic comedy film Suddenly Seventeen, directed by Zhang Yimou's daughter.

[19] The same year, Ni starred in the fantasy romance drama Love and Destiny alongside Chang Chen.

[20] The series received positive reviews, and Ni gained acclaim for her portrayal of a fairy maiden that went through numerous struggles to attain happiness.

[24] In the same year, Ni was cast in the drama Night Wanderer, adapted from the popular time-travel themed novel "Ye Lv Ren" (夜旅人) by Zhao Xi Zhi alongside Deng Lun.

[25] In 2022, Ni made her return to the big screen in Lost in the Stars alongside Zhu Yilong, a mystery crime film was produced by Chen Sicheng.

[28] In 2024, Ni was invited as a member of the jury for Asian New Talent Awards of the 26th Shanghai International Film Festival.

[56] In January 2020, she became the global face of the Gucci's Chinese New Year with Mickey Mouse-themed collection campaign along with Earl Cave and Zoë Bleu that shot by American photographer and director Harmony Korine.

[57] In January 2024, Ni starred as the global face of the Gucci's Valigeria campaign for the Savoy collection along with her co-star in the TV series Love and Destiny - Chang Chen.

[66] Since 2022, French luxury beauty house Lancôme announced Ni as their Global Skincare and Fragrance Ambassador.