It is not just one generation that relates to Kishore Kumar’s evergreen songs but every generates resonates with his classic and iconic tracks.
Some artists stay legendary even after their demise and one such person is singer Kishore Kumar. He is one of the bd most popular singers in the Indian film industry. From romantic songs to peppy tracks to soft numbers, Kishore Kumar sang in various genres and aced them too.
It is not just one generation that relates to Kishore Kumar’s evergreen songs but every generates resonates with his classic and iconic tracks. Apart from Hindi, Kishore Kumar sang in many Indian languages including Bengali, Marathi, Assamese, Gujarati, Kannada, Bhojpuri, Malayalam and Urdu. On the actor-singer’s 92nd bright anniversary today (August), let’s take you through some of his timeless hits.
1. 'Dil Kya Kare' ('Julie')
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This classic song was sung by Kishore Kumar for the 1975 film ‘Julie’ which starred Lakhshmi and Vikram in lead roles. This song was such a hit that it has been remixed multiple times. One famous remake was by singer Shaan.
2. 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani' ('Aradhana')
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This is a trademark song of Kishore Kumar for the movie Aradhana in 1969. The movie feature Sharmila Tagore and Rajesh Khanna. Composed by SD Burman, the song is loved by fans to date.
3. 'Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi' ('Mr X in Bombay')
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This beautifully sung song is from the movie 1964 movie ‘Mr X in Bombay’ that starred Kishore Kumar in the lead role opposite actress Kumkum.
4. 'Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si' ('Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi')
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Another Kishore Kumar classic that is perfect for the monsoon rains is ‘Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si’ from 1958 movie Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi’ which starred the singer himself and Bollywood beauty Madhubala.
5. 'O Roop Tera Mastana' ('Aradhana')
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Kishore Kumar’s another classic track from Sharmila Tagore and Rajesh Khanna starrer ‘Aradhana’ still holds a special place in people’s hearts. This song also has influences of Jazz in it.
6. 'Jai Jai Shiv Shankar' ('Aap Ki Kasam')
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This peppy track is a must at every Holi party. Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar spew magic in this evergreen track for the 1974 film ‘Aap Ki Kasam’ which starred Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz.
7. 'Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana' ('Andaz')
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This evergreen song from Rajesh Khanna-Hema Malini’s 1971 film ‘Andaz’ depicts the beautiful journey that life is. Kishore Kumar also infuses yodelling in this song.
8. 'Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan' ('Yaarana')
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Another all-time Kishore Kumar favourite song is ‘Tera Jaisa Yaar Kahan’ from the 1981 movie ‘Yaarana’ which starred Amitabh Bachchan and Neetu Kapoor. This song is an ode to true friendship between friends.
9. 'Ek Ajnabee Haseena Se' ('Ajnabee')
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Composed by legendary RD Burman and sung by Kishore Kumar, this song is a timeless piece and is the perfect romantic track to set your mood right. This track is from the 1974 film ‘Ajnabee’ which presented the pair of Rajesh Khanna and Zeenat Aman. This song too has been by artists.
10. 'Mere Samne Wali Khidki Mein' ('Padosan')
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Not only this song, but the movie ‘Padosan’ is also a classic. Kishore Kumar perfectly voiced this romantic track for Sunil Dutt as he tries to impress Saira Banu.
