Noor Jehan
SoundAbout Noor Jehan
Noor Jehan (September 21, 1926 – December 23, 2000), also known by her honorific title Malika-e-Tarannum (Queen of Melody), was a widely-admired Pakistani playback singer and former actress whose career lasted for more than half a century. She started in British India in the 1930s but moved to Pakistan with its inception, and came to be considered one of the greatest and most influential singers in Indian subcontinent history. She holds the record for having given voice to the largest number of film songs in the history of Pakistani cinema. Noor Jehan received more than 15 Nigar Awards for Best Female Playback Singer, eight for Best Urdu Singer Female and the rest for Punjabi Playback. She was the first Pakistani singer to sing at the Royal Albert Hall London and even she received the third-highest honour and civilian award of the country, the Sitara-e-Imtiaz.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Noor Jehan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Noor Jehan'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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Noor Jehan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Two Acres of Land, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Noor Jehan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Noor Jehan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Noor Jehan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Deshadanakkili Karayarilla | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Hulchul | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Anjan Hai Koyee | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Ghalib | Chaudhvin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Chaudhvin Ka Chand | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Koel | Zarina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Neend | Sanwali | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Anarkali | Nadira/Anarkali | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Chhoo Mantar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Nooran | Nooran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Intezar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Patay Khan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Aar Paar | Rustom's girlfriend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Two Acres of Land | Rani | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Anarkali | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Dupatta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Nau Bahar | (as Nur Jahan) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Chann Wey | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Mela | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Jugnu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Mirza Sahiban | Sahiban | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Anmol Ghadi | Lata | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Zeenat | as Zeenat | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Badi Maa | Hema | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Village Girl | Billo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Lal Haveli | Mukta | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dost | Mumtaz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Naukar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Nadaan | Roopa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Fariyaad | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Chandni | Rasila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Khandaan | Zeenat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sajni | Champa | Flop | Similar → |
Noor Jehan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Noor Jehan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Noor Jehan is "Two Acres of Land" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Noor Jehan acted in?
Noor Jehan has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Noor Jehan?
Other notable films include "Anmol Ghadi", "Village Girl", and "Hulchul".