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Magic in Tunes – Jaane Kaise Kab Kahan

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1982 India Hindi-language crime drama film Shakti (= Strength). It was inspired by the Tamil film Thangappathakkam in 1974. Music composed by R. D. Burman to the Lyrics penned by Anand Bakhsi. Sung by Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar. Lyrics transliterated: JaaneContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Jaane Kaise Kab Kahan”

Magic in Tunes – Bachna Ae Haseeno

For all songs in this series, go here For those songs which have same tune, go here This song is from the 1977 Indian Hindi-language masala film Hum Kisise Kum Naheen (= We are not less than anyone). Music was composed by R. D. Burman to the Lyrics penned by Majrooh Sultanpuri. Sung by Kishore Kumar.Continue reading “Magic in Tunes – Bachna Ae Haseeno”

Magic in Tunes – Mehbooba Mehbooba

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1975 Indian Hindi-language action adventure film Sholay (= Embers). Music was composed by R. D. Burman to the Lyrics penned by Anand Bakshi. Sung by R. D. Burman. This song was sung by its composer, R. D. Burman, who received his soleContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Mehbooba Mehbooba”

Magic in Tunes – Meri Soni Meri Tamanna

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1973 Indian Hindi-Language masala film Yaadon Ki Baaraat (= Procession of Memories). I posted a few songs from this movie a while ago. This is another song from this movie. The film was later remade in Indian Telugu-language as Annadammula Anubandham in 1975,Continue reading “Magic in Tunes – Meri Soni Meri Tamanna”

Magic in Tunes – Oh Meri Jaan Maine Kahan

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1970 Indian Hindi-language thriller film The Train. It is a remake of the 1967 Malayalam film Cochin Express. Music was composed by R. D. Burman to the Lyrics penned by Anand Bakhsi. Sung by Asha Bhosle and R. D. Burman. Lyrics transliterated:Continue reading “Magic in Tunes – Oh Meri Jaan Maine Kahan”

Magic in Tunes – Gulabi Aankhen

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1970 Indian Hindi-language thriller film The Train. It is a remake of the 1967 Malayalam film Cochin Express. Music was composed by R. D. Burman to the Lyrics penned by Anand Bakhsi. Sung by Mohammad Rafi. I always wondered how one canContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Gulabi Aankhen”

Magic in Tunes – Are Raafta Raafta

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1973 Indian Hindi-language film Kahani Kismat Ki (= The story of destiny). Music was composed by Kalyanji – Anandji to the Lyrics penned by Rajendra Krishan. Sung by Kishore Kumar and Usha Timothy. Lyrics transliterated: Sunno Sunno; Are Sunno Sunno, Ae BhaiContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Are Raafta Raafta”

Magic in Tunes – Haal Kya Hai Dilon Ka

For all songs in this series, go here For all qawwalis, go here. Note: Qawwali is a form of Sufi devotional music aimed at inducing mystical ecstasy and spiritual union with the Divine. Originating in the 13th-century Indian subcontinent, this passionate, rhythmic music features poetic lyrics in Urdu, Punjabi, and Persian, traditionally performed by aContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Haal Kya Hai Dilon Ka”

Magic in Tunes – Aake Seedhi Lagi Dil Pe Jaise

For all songs in this series, go here This song is from the 1962 Indian Hindi-language comedy film Half Ticket. Music was composed Salil Chowdury and Lyrics were penned by Shailedra. Sung by Kishore Kumar. Kishore Kumar dresses as a lady in this song and that’s why Kishore Kumar sang in both female and maleContinue reading “Magic in Tunes – Aake Seedhi Lagi Dil Pe Jaise”

Magic in Tunes – Phoolon Ke Rang Se

For all songs in this series, go here For those songs which have same tune, go here This song is from the 1970 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film Prem Pujari (= Love Devotee). This also starred the then unknown Amrish Puri who was a major part in villainous roles and supporting role later in the movies.Continue reading “Magic in Tunes – Phoolon Ke Rang Se”