[5] After graduating from the Central Academy of Drama in 2005 she became a dancer and joined the Shenzhen Song and Dance Ensemble.

[6] After appearing in a number of small acting roles Zhang was cast in the 2012 television series Beijing Love Story which was popular and created a fan base for the actress.

[7] In 2017 Zhang made her directorial debut with an adaption of the animated comedy.

Miss Puff in which she played the main character.

[8] Zhang married Princess Jie You co-star Yuan Hong in Germany in May 2016.