Ahmad Nisfu
ActingAbout Ahmad Nisfu
Mohamed bin Nisfu or better known by his stage name Ahmad Nisfu or Ahmad Nesfu (born 1902 - 25 June 1972) is a Singaporean Malay actor. He was considered a legendary Malay actor known to potray characters that are comedic, fierce and wild. Ahmad Nisfu died on 25 June 1972 at his home in Jalan Kuchai, Kampong Melayu, Singapore at the age 70 due to hematuria. His body was laid to rest in Pusara Abadi Muslim Cemetery at Lim Chu Kang road in Singapore.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ahmad Nisfu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Ahmad Nisfu's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ahmad Nisfu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pendekar Bujang Lapok, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ahmad Nisfu Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ahmad Nisfu's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ahmad Nisfu.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Jahanam | Bendahara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Puaka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | A-Go-Go '67 | Fauziah's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Vampire Legacy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Tiga Abdul | Sadiq Segaraga | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Madu Tiga | Haji Latiff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Siapa Besar | Posmen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Nasib Si Labu Labi | Hakim | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Raja Bersiong | Datuk Guntur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Bunga Tanjong | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tajul Ashikin | Saudagar Umar Al-Habshi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Shadows at Dawn | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Ibu mertuaku | 'Mamak' Mahyudin Zani | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Tun Fatimah | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Chelorong Cheloreng | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Siti Muslihat | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Seniman Bujang Lapok | Pengarah | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Princess of Mount Ledang | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Antara Dua Darjat | Tengku Karim | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Nujum Pak Belalang | Sultan Shahrul Nizam | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Musang Berjanggut | Raja Alam Syahbana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pendekar Bujang Lapok | Orang Kaya Nisfu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Saudagar Minyak Urat | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Son of the Vampire | Dr Sulong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Gergasi | Dr Samsi | Flop | Similar → |
Ahmad Nisfu - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ahmad Nisfu?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ahmad Nisfu is "Pendekar Bujang Lapok" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Ahmad Nisfu acted in?
Ahmad Nisfu has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ahmad Nisfu?
Other notable films include "Seniman Bujang Lapok", "Musang Berjanggut", and "Nujum Pak Belalang".