
Nigar Sultana
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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.
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.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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".




