In 2006, Yan began to shoot advertisements and made her debut. 20 10 participated in the movie "Fire Dragon". 20 12 participated in the film "Night Arrival" and won the Hong Kong Directors Association Newcomer Award for his outstanding performance in the film. 20 13 starred in the film "Mad Dance School" and was nominated for best actress in the 33rd Hong Kong Film Awards. 20 14 participated in the movie "I was sitting in a red van from Mong Kok to Tai Po in the early hours of that night". 20 15 participated in the movie "Seeking Dragons" and played Yoko, the adopted daughter of Liu Xiaoqing. 20 16 starred in the movie "A Unique Love Letter between Beijing and Seattle".