Gong Li Quotes & Sayings

“For me, the beauty of a person is a matter of the whole package. You have to look at the whole thing, not just a matter of outward appearance or whatever. It has to do with one's character, personality, upbringing and so on.”

“Fans in China are very different from those overseas. In China, many people really love me and care about my life. But there is always some jealousy mixed up in this feeling of love. I think that is the big difference. Overseas, there is none of that.”

“Chinese people become jealous about status more easily. Foreigners are more inclined to look up to successful people. I don't understand why there is a difference. If two people start at the same point and then one person gets ahead, the other should work hard to catch up. But instead, they just curse. They are jealous.”

“I guess my personality is that of a modern, strong Chinese woman. I don't believe in destiny. There are many things that can be changed. I don't like to be defeated by difficulties. I love freedom, so when I am shaping a character, I usually do it the way I want. I always find some part of my own character in a role.”

“I've been to Cannes 15 or 16 times, and every time I go, there's a kind of soul-stirring feeling.”

“People keep pushing me to be the center of attention... I would prefer to be on the sidelines, because that's where you see more.”

“Securing food is the basic task for all humans.”

“When I speak in English, my expressions become different. My attitude, too. I'm not sure why, but there really is a difference. My hands move differently when I speak English.”

“I am Chinese - it doesn't matter what other people say.”

“My life has been that of someone who has moved from the countryside to the society. To make that transition, I have had to learn a lot.”