Leela Chitnis
ActingLeela Chitnis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leela Chitnis reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leela Chitnis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Leela Chitnis'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 Man Ki Aankhen, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leela Chitnis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leela Chitnis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leela Chitnis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Aangan Ki Kali | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Satyam Shivam Sundaram | Bade Babu's Wife | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Jeevan Mrityu | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Man Ki Aankhen | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Bhai-Bhai | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Badi Didi | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Aurat | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Phool Aur Patthar | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Mohabbat Isko Kahete Hain | Leela | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Faraar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Shehnai | Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Pooja Ke Phool | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dosti | Mrs. Gupta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Suhagan | Uma & Vijay Kumar's mom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Zindagi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Aap Ki Parchhaiyan | Mrs. Dinanath Chopra | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Dil Hi To Hai | Maid-servant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dr. Vidya | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Aashiq | Mrs. Amar Singh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Char Diwari | Sunil's mom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Batwara | Suhagan / Suhagi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Aas Ka Panchhi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Mehlon Ke Khwaab | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Apna Haath Jagannath | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Ghunghat | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Kal Hamara Hai | Hiralal's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Main Nashe Mein Hoon | Mrs. Rajni Khanna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Barkha | Mrs. Haridas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Phir Subha Hogi | Sohni's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Naya Daur | Shankar's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Funtoosh | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Aawaz | Mrs. Bhatnagar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Basant Bahar | Gopal's mom | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Baadbaan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Naya Ghar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Sangdil | Dhaai Maa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Maa | Bhanu's & Raju's mom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Awaara | Leela Raghunath | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Saiyan | Rani Sahiba | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Shaheed | Mrs. Dwarkadas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Rekha | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Jhoola | Geeta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bandhan | Beena | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Rebel | Jamuna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Kangan | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Sant Tulsidas | Ratnavali | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Jailor | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Beyond the Horizon | Princess Jayanti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Gentleman Daku | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Holy Crime | Chhaya | Super Hit | Similar → |
Leela Chitnis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leela Chitnis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leela Chitnis is "Man Ki Aankhen" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leela Chitnis acted in?
Leela Chitnis has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leela Chitnis?
Other notable films include "Bandhan", "Funtoosh", and "Dil Hi To Hai".