
Is Jhumpa Lahiri A-List?
No — Jhumpa Lahiri is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2000
Pulitzer Prize Winner
Lost A-list status in 2006
Dropped to B tier — 'Namesake' Film Adaptation
Ranking Timeline
'Interpreter' Short Story Debut
Published her debut collection, gaining immediate critical attention.
Pulitzer Prize Winner
Won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for 'Interpreter of Maladies'.
'The Namesake' Novel Success
Published her first novel, 'The Namesake', gaining further acclaim.
'Namesake' Film Adaptation
Adapted her novel, widening readership and income.
'The Lowland' Publication
Published 'The Lowland', continuing her exploration of identity themes.
Writing in Italian
Began writing in Italian, reflecting personal and cultural exploration.
'In Other Words' Published
Released her first Italian-language book, marking a new chapter.
Continued Literary Influence
Remains a prominent and influential author in contemporary literature.
Last updated: February 25, 2026