Nigar Sultana - Actor Profile

Nigar Sultana

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
19Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 21, 1932
Birth Place: Hyderabad, Bombay Presidency, British India

About Nigar Sultana

Nigar Sultana (21 June 1932 – 21 April 2000) was an Indian actress who worked in Hindi films from 1946 to 1986. She was the wife of filmmaker K. Asif.

Nigar Sultana Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Nigar Sultana reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Nigar Sultana's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 74% of Nigar Sultana'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 Patanga, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Nigar Sultana Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nigar Sultana's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Nigar Sultana has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1972 Bansi Birju - Hit Similar →
1968 Do Kaliyan - Hit Similar →
1968 Mere Hamdam Mere Dost - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Noorjehan Maharani Jodhabai Super Hit Similar →
1960 Mughal-e-Azam Bahar Hit Similar →
1960 Ayaz - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Yahudi Octavia Average Similar →
1958 Do Mastane - Flop Similar →
1958 Light House - Flop Similar →
1956 Durgesh Nandini Bindra Rani Hit Similar →
1954 Mirza Ghalib Umrao Begum Hit Similar →
1951 Daman - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Sheesh Mahal Roopa Devi Flop Similar →
1949 Patanga Rani Super Hit Similar →
1949 Balam Tara Super Hit Similar →
1949 Bazar Bijli Hit Similar →
1949 Sunehre Din Lata Flop Similar →
1948 Aag Nirmala Hit Similar →
1946 1857 mother of Manzoor Hit Similar →

Nigar Sultana - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nigar Sultana?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nigar Sultana is "Patanga" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Nigar Sultana acted in?

Nigar Sultana has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nigar Sultana?

Other notable films include "Ayaz", "Daman", and "Mere Hamdam Mere Dost".

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