Nimmi
ActingAbout Nimmi
Nimmi (born Nawab Banoo) was born to a Muslim family, her mother was a famous singer and actress by the name of Wahidan who was well connected within the film industry. Her father, Abdul Hakim, worked as a military contractor. Her name 'Nawab' was given by her grandfather while her grandmother added 'Banoo' to make it as Nawab Banoo. As a young child, Nimmi had memories of visiting Bombay, and her mother being on good terms with Mehboob Khan and his family, who were prominent and influential within the movie making business.
Nimmi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nimmi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nimmi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 4% of Nimmi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains A Tribute To Ismail Merchant, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nimmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nimmi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nimmi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | A Tribute To Ismail Merchant | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Love and God | Laila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Aakash Deep | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Pooja Ke Phool | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Mere Mehboob | Suraiya / Najma | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Angulimala | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Char Dil Char Rahen | Pyari | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sohni Mahiwal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Bhai-Bhai | Rani | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Basant Bahar | Gopi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Uran Khatola | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kundan | Radha/Uma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Danka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Amar | Sonia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hamdard | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Daag | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aan | Mangala | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aandhiyan | Rami - Bal Kati | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Buzdil | Chandni | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sazaa | Asha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bedardi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Deedar | Champa | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Banwra | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Barsaat | Neela | Average | Similar → |
Nimmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nimmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nimmi is "A Tribute To Ismail Merchant" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Nimmi acted in?
Nimmi has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nimmi?
Other notable films include "Barsaat", "Deedar", and "Daag".