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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nimmi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Nimmi's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nimmi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Tribute To Ismail Merchant, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nimmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nimmi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nimmi.
| 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".