Han Han

Han Han, born in 1982 in Tinglin Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai, in the Second Brigade of Tingdong Village. During elementary school, he attended Tinglin Central Primary School, and in middle school, he studied at Luoxing Middle School in Zhujing Town. Han Han began publishing articles as early as elementary school, demonstrating a certain interest and ability in writing. In order to enter a better university, he was admitted exceptionally to Shanghai Songjiang No. 2 Middle School with a score 14 points below the cutoff line. His educational background sparked social discussions on quality education and the cultivation of "all-round talents."

Han Han started writing at a young age. In 1997, he published works in magazines such as "Youth Literature," gradually entering the public eye. In 1999, when he was a first-year high school student, he participated in the preliminary round of the National New Concept Composition Competition with works like "Seeking Medical Help" and "Bookstore." The same year, his essay "Peering into a Glass of Cup" won first prize. Due to failing his final exams, he was retained a year, which attracted societal attention on the education system. In 2000, Han Han's "Washing in a Cotton-Padded Coat" won second place in the National New Concept Composition Competition. That year, he published his representative work "Three Doors," which sold over two million copies and became one of the best-selling literary works in China in nearly two decades. After repeated failings and being held back, Han Han dropped out of school in April 2000.

From 2001 to 2003, Han Han published multiple works, including the essay collection "Below Zero," novels such as "Like Flying Youth" and "A City," as well as anthologies like "Poison" and prose collections like "Drafts 2003." In 2004, he published the essay collection "Han Han: Five Years" and the novel "Chang'an Disorder," the latter of which was published in multiple versions in Korea and Japan, and became a bestseller in France. That same year, he released the novel "Glorious Day" and automotive essays collection "Just Drift Along." In 2005, he published the long novel "A City" and launched his personal blog, gradually developing in multiple directions.

Han Han has also explored music and film. In 2006, he released the music work "Elopement" along with a related music video. In 2007, he published the novel "Glorious Day" and launched multimedia projects such as "Han Han: Eighteen Restrictions." In 2008, he published the prose collection "Trashy Writings" and won the national autocross championship. In 2009, he released the long novel "His Country" and a collection of blog posts titled "Adorable Floods and Fierce Beasts," and also won in rally racing, becoming one of the few individuals in China to hold a "double champion" in both literature and motorsport.

In 2010, Han Han joined Subaru China's rally racing team, becoming a well-known figure in Chinese auto racing. That same year, he appeared on the cover of *Time* magazine and was listed among the "100 Most Influential People in the World." Since then, he has continued to develop in diverse fields, including literature, music, film, and racing, directing films such as *Back to Heaven*, *Breakthrough*, and *Pegasus*. His movies have repeatedly achieved box office success, maintaining a significant influence in Chinese cinema.

In his personal life, Han Han married Jin Lihua, a graduate of the Central Academy of Drama, in 2010. The couple has a son, and Han Han’s family life has attracted media attention. He has also engaged in commercial ventures but has been penalized multiple times for unlicensed operation.

Han Han has received numerous awards, including championships in the Chinese Rally Championship, recognition on Forbes China's Celebrity List, and various nominations and awards in literature and film. His influence and achievements span multiple fields. His works and activities enjoy both domestic and international recognition, making him an important symbol of modern Chinese culture.