Deng Chao (simplified Chinese: 邓超; traditional Chinese: 鄧超; born February 8, 1979 in Nanchang, Jiangxi) is a Chinese television and film actor and director. He achieved success when he acted as a leading role in the drama Cui Hua, Serve Suancai, please. After graduating from Central Academy of Drama, Deng became well known for his acting in the historical TV series The Young Emperor.