
Li Lili
ActingAbout Li Lili
Li Lili (Qian Zhenzhen) , also known as Pei Yanling , is a famous Chinese actor and singer. His father, Qian Zhuangfei, was a famous CCP spy. Due to his busy work, Qian Zhuangfei encouraged Li Lili to study singing and dancing at the Chinese Song and Dance Troupe in 1927. She had Li Jinhui as her godfather and changed her name to Li Lili. Soon she became popular because of her beauty and dancing skills. During the Anti-Japanese War, she successively shot a series of anti-Japanese films for China Film Studio and Hong Kong Dadi Film Company. In 1946, she went to study at Columbia University and other schools in the United States, returning to China the following year. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Li worked as an actor at the Beijing Film Studio. In 1955, Li entered the Beijing Film Academy's performance specialization class, and stayed on to teach after graduation.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Li Lili reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Li Lili's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Li Lili remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Center Stage, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Li Lili Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Li Lili's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Li Lili.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Center Stage | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Ingeniously Taking Mount Hua | Bandit commander's wife | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Undaunted Land | 马玛琪 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Storm on the Border | 金花儿 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Orphan Island Paradise | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Vistas of Art | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Symphony of Lianhua | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | So Busy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Lost Pearl | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Blood on Wolf Mountain | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Return to Nature | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | National Customs | Zhang Jie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Big Road | Jasmine | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Queen of Sports | Lin Ying | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Little Toys | Zhu'er | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Daybreak | Лин Лин | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Loving Blood of the Volcano | Liu Hua | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Poetry Written on the Banana Leaf | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Spray of Plum Blossoms | Piano player | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Two Stars in the Milky Way | - | Average | Similar → |
Li Lili - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Li Lili?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Li Lili is "Center Stage" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Li Lili acted in?
Li Lili has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Li Lili?
Other notable films include "Vistas of Art", "Little Toys", and "National Customs".




