Zhou Zhennan


Zhou Zhennan is a Chinese rapper, singer, songwriter and dancer. He finished first in Tencent's Produce Camp 2019 and debuted with R1SE.

Early life

Born on June 21, 2000, Zhou attended Chengdu Meishi International School.

Career

Pre-debut

Zhou trained under JYP Entertainment as a trainee from August 2015 to 2016, before coming back to China for his debut.

2017–2018: Career beginnings

Zhou was a contestant in The Coming One and was placed 4th overall. Zhou released his first debut EP V on 14 December 2018. It was announced that Zhou would join the cast of Let Go of My Baby alongside rapper Jackson Wang and other fellow artistes. Zhou, together with South Korean singer Samuel collaborated and participated in Tencent's The Collaboration Season 2. The duo eventually placed first and won the competition. Zhou won the Best Music Newcomer award in "Tencent Supernova Night Awards" on 30 January 2018.

2019–present: ''V's Prelude'' and ''Produce Camp 2019''

Zhou released his second EP, V's Prelude on 26 February 2019, consisting of three tracks. It was announced that Zhou, together with a few other trainees, will be representing WAJIJIWA Entertainment on Chinese reality boy band survival show Produce Camp 2019. His performances were well received from fans and has consistently placed first by votes on the show. He debuted with R1SE with the center position on the final episode after finishing in first place.

Discography

Extended plays

Singles

Filmography

Television shows

Awards and nominations