He was cinematographer for movies like Chann Way (1951) and Dopatta (1953).
Jafar Bukhari began his career as film director in film Anjam. His another famous movies were Bharosa, Fiasala, Sher Di Bachi (The only Punjabi film as hero for legend Mohammad Ali), Heer Sial, Samaj, Jawab Do, Aurat Ek Paheli, Ham Sab Chor Hayn and Disco Deevanay etc.
Jafar Bukhari was also known for his actress wife Yasmin, who was one the most beautiful face on silver screen. Jafar Bukhari was elder brother of another famous cinematographer Riaz Bukhari, who was married to legendary singer Zubaida Khanum.