Commemorative Thread for Music and Musicians - Page 44

15th April Birth Anniversary of Legendary Great Lyricist of indian Cinema -- Hasratt Jaipuri

Itna Hai Tumse Pyar - इतना है तुमसे प्यार❤️
Jane Kahan Gaye Wo Din - जाने कहाँ गए वो दिन
Dil Ka Bhanwar Kare Pukaar, Pyar Ka Raag Suno - 
Aawaj Deke Hame Tum Bulao - 

https://youtu.be/jvffUCI6hT4?si=H3FF5TliEDaADwj-

Originally posted by: Viswasruti

Meena Kumari is a name that always reminds me of her legendary performances in depressing and emotionally charged roles. She was exceptional in portraying characters who struggled with social and personal issues, often dealing with heartbreak, sacrificing their desires, and facing unfulfilled wishes. She was known as the Empress of Indian Cinema, a sweetheart of the 1950s, and the undisputed goddess of 1960s Bollywood. Meena Kumari left a lasting impression on the movies with her enchanting grace, heart-melting expressions, and consistently solid progressive content. Her legacy will remain immortal as perhaps the greatest feminine incarnation of fiefdom. 

The country's highest honors seem to bow their heads in front of her immense talent while realizing they are just a mere spark in comparison.

This song is one of my all-time favorites. It is known for showcasing the subtle expressions of this great actress and is considered as one of the most difficult songs to sing, even for Lata Mangeshkar later!!!

.Song : jyoti kalash chhalke jyoti kalash chhalke ..

Movie : Bhabhi Ki Chudiyan[1961] ,.

Lyricist : Pt. Narendra Sharma,

Music Composer : Sudhir Phadke.

Cast :Meena Kumari

She was a wonderful actress, one of my favourite ones.

Here is my on of my favourite Lata-Meenakumari combination. I first listened to this song on Doordarshan, it has been one of my favourites siince then. Lata grasps the angst absolute perfect.

Song - Ruk Ja Raat , Teher Ja Re Chanda

Movie - Dil Ek Mandir (1963)

Composer - Shankar-Jaikishen

Writer - Shailendra

Singer - Lata.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAf_EUoIzG8

Originally posted by: Nishnesh

15th April Birth Anniversary of Legendary Great Lyricist of indian Cinema -- Hasratt Jaipuri

Itna Hai Tumse Pyar - इतना है तुमसे प्यार❤️
Jane Kahan Gaye Wo Din - जाने कहाँ गए वो दिन
Dil Ka Bhanwar Kare Pukaar, Pyar Ka Raag Suno - 
Aawaj Deke Hame Tum Bulao - 

Suno Chotisi Gudiya Ki Lambi Kahana from 1955 Seema

Composer - Shankar Jaikishen

Writer - Hasrat Jaipuri

Singer - Lata

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGI_C0vb_7U

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Mousy!! I have to do a Poll on MannaDey!!!

Duets and Solos. What say?!!!

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Ahh Nargis. She was such a sweet, calming presence on screen. I think unka first film, jo mujhe yaad hai - was Mother India. I can't forget the last scene between her and Sunil Dutt, the way she breaks down crying 'Birju, Birju'. That is etched in mind though I haven't re-watched Mother India in a long time. Then it's Jagte Raho. She appears for 2 minutes in the end for the song 'Jaago Mohan Pyare' and all the chaos ends with the serenity she brings. Kitna impact in a 2 minute role and for just a song!

Her standout performance for me has to be Raat Aur Din. She's amazing in it as Varuna whose trauma leads her to  dissociative identity disorder (PS I hope they NEVER remake this movie!)

I also love her as Kammo in Chori Chori - it's such a different role for her compared to her more serious roles.

Nargis ke liye bh mujhe ek poll banana chahiye. Maybe on her birth anniversary.

Some of my fave Nargis songs 

Aah (1952)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cilfNU93CY8

 Barsaat (1949)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYtFZQzxTfY

Ashiana (1952)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUxF6HomkS0