Death annivarsary aug 26 ( i missed in aug)
Resources: wikipedia.org
Dev Kohli was a celebrated Hindi film lyricist, born on November 2, 1942, in Rawalpindi, British India, who passed away on August 26, 2023, at the age of 80 in Mumbai. After migrating to Dehradun, India, post-partition, he began his prolific career in the late 1960s. Kohli penned lyrics for numerous iconic songs and films, including "Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhein" from Baazigar, and songs for hits like Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun.
Early Life and Career
Born in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, Dev Kohli was a member of a Sikh family.
His family migrated to Dehradun, India, after the partition of India.
Kohli's career in Hindi films spanned from the late 1960s to the early 2010s, working with various music directors across generations.
He was known for his ability to write songs quickly, often in the studio itself.
Key Works and Collaborations
First Big Break:
His career gained momentum with the song🌈 💋"Geet Gaata Hoon Main" from the 1971 film Laal Patthar.
Iconic Songs:
He wrote lyrics for many popular songs, including "Aate Jaate Hanste Gaate," "Kabootar Ja Ja Ja," and "Aaja Shaam Hone Aayee," among others.
Notable Films:
Some of his most memorable contributions were in films such as Baazigar, Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Kyunki Main Jhuth Nahi Bolta, and Shoot Out at Lokhandwala.
Collaborations:
He worked with prominent music directors like Anand Milind, Anu Malik, and Uttam Singh.
Legacy
Dev Kohli was lauded for his prolific body of work that resonated across different eras of Hindi cinema, bringing thrill to generations of music lovers.
He passed away at the age of 80 on August 26, 2023.
Tumsa koi pyara koi
git_gaataa_hun_main_gunagunaataa.🔥
Hum aap ke hai kaun
wada_raha_sanam_honge_juda_na_hum_duet.🔥
qasam_ki_qasam_hai_qasam
Hum ko tum se pyar hai
Kabho ajnabi the, jamin aasman
woh_aankh_hi_kya_teri_surat.
yeh_kali_kali_aakhe.🔥
Bharo maang meri bharo🌳
In the night no control 🌳
marke_bhi_laut_aayenge.🔥
saki saki
Usne bola kem che kemm che
ankhiya_na_mar_mere_yar.
Nazrein teri nazrein aisa jadu
mere_samne_hai_mera_jaano_jigar.
aap_mujhe_achche_lagne_lage.
hawao_ne_ye_kaha_fizao.
ishq samundar....
Love is madness
She give me fever
Akhiya na maar mundiya🫀
pyaar_aaya_pyaar_aaya
o_saki_saki_re.
halkaa_halkaa_dard_hai_meri🍁
Mein ladki ka deewana - Sapoot
Kajal kajal mein teri ankhon ka
mahee_mahee_mahee_mainu_challa.
choree_se_dil_ko_chura.
Film : Gunda Mawali
Raju awara barsat mein chori
Singer : kumar sanu-Alka Yagnik
Lyrics:Dev Kohli
Music: Jatin Lalit
Credit to youtube
https://youtu.be/kMvd1FJx6X8?si=gyuPhz4FyfqDnSL4
Film : Raju ban gaya Gentlmen
Keh to hai dil ki lagi
Singer: Kumar sanu & Alka yagnik
Lyrics: Dev Kohli
Music: Jatin lalit
Credit to youtube
https://youtu.be/IjWc6PyDioo?si=CLIHruJ4HTGrnuHD
Film : Hamesha
Aisa milan kalna ho aisi
Singer : Alka y & kumar sanu
Lyrics: Dev kohli
Music: Anu malik
Credit to yotube
https://youtu.be/YApTLp3qM2c?si=fDhLacjb-dTT7ZdQ
Edited by Nishnesh - 17 days ago
life is life-ing .. i dont get to participate in the discussions due to busy schedule .. 
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
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