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 exceptional commercial consistency. 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 88% 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 Angulimala, 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 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Aakash Deep | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Pooja Ke Phool | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Mere Mehboob | Suraiya / Najma | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Angulimala | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Char Dil Char Rahen | Pyari | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sohni Mahiwal | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Bhai-Bhai | Rani | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Basant Bahar | Gopi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kundan | Radha/Uma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Uran Khatola | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Danka | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Amar | Sonia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Hamdard | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Daag | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aan | Mangala | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Aandhiyan | Rami - Bal Kati | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Buzdil | Chandni | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Sazaa | Asha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Bedardi | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Deedar | Champa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Banwra | - | Super Hit | 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 "Angulimala" 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 "A Tribute To Ismail Merchant", "Sohni Mahiwal", and "Bhai-Bhai".