Pratibha Parmar - Actor Profile

Pratibha Parmar

Directing
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
2Total Films
5.4 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 11, 1955
Birth Place: Nairobi, Kenya

About Pratibha Parmar

Pratibha Parmar is a British filmmaker who has directed numerous award-winning films for BBC, Channel 4, ITVS, PBS and European broadcaster. Her work has also had theatrical distribution. Her credits include Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth, a feature length documentary on the life of Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Color Purple and includes interviews with Steven Spielberg, Danny Glover and Quincy Jones. Recognized as a pioneering filmmaker, Pratibha directed the ground breaking film Khush, one of the first films to give visibility to and highlight the experiences of LGBT people in India. Pratibha made her debut as a narrative director with her award-winning romantic comedy, Nina's Heavenly Delights. In 2019 Pratibha made her US debut as a director of scripted television when she was invited by Ava DuVernay to direct episode 12 of Season 4 of Queen Sugar, executive produced by Ava DuVernay & Oprah Winfrey for OWN/Warner Brothers.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pratibha Parmar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Pratibha Parmar's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Pratibha Parmar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in After Stonewall, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Pratibha Parmar Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Pratibha Parmar's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pratibha Parmar.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Masculinity/Femininity Self Flop Similar →
1999 After Stonewall Self Flop Similar →

Pratibha Parmar - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Pratibha Parmar?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pratibha Parmar is "After Stonewall" with a rating of 5.4/10.

How many movies has Pratibha Parmar acted in?

Pratibha Parmar has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.