Is Gong Li A-List?
YesA
Yes — Gong Li is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1993
Farewell My Concubine acclaim
Ranking Timeline
1987C$0.1M
Red Sorghum breakthrough role
Starred in *Red Sorghum*, achieving national fame.
1991B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Raise the Red Lantern success
Starred in *Raise the Red Lantern*, garnering international recognition.
1993A▲$1M+$0.5M
Farewell My Concubine acclaim
Starred in *Farewell My Concubine*, cementing her global status.
2005A$5M+$4M
Memoirs of a Geisha
Starred in *Memoirs of a Geisha*, broadening western fame.
2014A$15M+$10M
Shanghai film festival jury
Serving as jury member increased standing in industry.
2020A$22M+$7M
Starred in Mulan
Starred in Disney's live action Mulan.
2026A$25M+$3M
Respected actress in industry
Continues acting, recognized as a leading figure in cinema.
Last updated: February 25, 2026