Remembering Sadhana: 5 Memorable songs of the yesteryear actress

Veteran Bollywood actress Sadhana left for heavenly abode at the age of 74 in the year 2015. It's her 76th birthday today. Truly a diva, the actress is credited to have introduced the fringe hairstyle (popularly known as Sadhana cut) in her very first film Love in Simla. 

Some of her most noteworthy films include the likes of Parakh, Ek Musafir, Ek Hasina, Gaban, Ek Phool Do Maali, Asli-Naqli, Hum Dono, Mere Mehboob, Mera Saaya and others. On her birth anniversary, we take a look at 5 of her most icoinc songs. 

1) Tera Mera Pyar Amar

This song from the 1962 film Asli Naqli was crooned by Lata Mangeshkar. Picturised on Sadhana and her co-str Dev Anand, it is a melodious, soothing love song. 

2) Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar

One of the most romantic songs picturised on Sadhana and Dev Anand, Abhhi Na Jao Chhod Kar song from Hum Dono remains in our playlists till date. The beautiful track was sung by Mohammed Rafi and Asha Bhosle.

3) Jhumka Gira Re

This song from the 1966 film Mera Saaya showcases Sadhana's impeccable dancing skills. The peppy number has been sung by Asha Bhosle.

4) Lag Jaa Gale

Another iconic romantic number which is the highlight of her career. The song from the 1964 film Woh Kaun Thi is memorable for its lyrics and the way it has been sung by Lata Mangeshkar. 

5) Mera Saaya

The title song of the film Mera Saaya is both soothing and soft on ears. It's been sung by Lata Mangeshkar. Watch out for Sadhana's picture perfect expressions in this one.