Han Sanming

Han Sanming is a Chinese actor and coal miner, known for his roles in films directed by Jia Zhangke. It is believed that he is related to the director. Initially, he was seen only in small roles or cameos, but was then cast in one of the lead roles, as a coal miner looking for his wife and daughter, in Still Life. The film premiered at the 2006 Venice Film Festival and went on to win a Golden Lion award.

Of note, his characters are also named "Han Sanming" in the films.