Nazir is noted for his critically acclaimed performances in films such as "Murappennu" (1965), "Iruttinte Athmavu" (1967), "Kallichellamma" (1969), "Nadhi" (1969), "Anubhavangal Paalichakal" (1971), "Azhakulla Saleena" (1973), "Vida Parayum Munpe" (1981), "Padayottam" (1982), and "Dhwani" (1988).