New Delhi: One of the most influential personalities in the country, Amitabh Bachchan celebrates his birthday today (October 11). Popularly known as the Shahenshah of Bollywood, Big B has appeared in more than 200 movies in his career. Starting his career with the 1969 film ‘Saat Hindustani’, Amitabh went on to become the megastar of the film industry with his amazing acting skills and hard work.
Born to Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan, Amitabh is not only popular in India but also outside the country. Starting his career as a voice narrator, Big B has been ruling the entertainment industry for a long time now. This man proves that age is just a number and even at the age of 79, he does not leave any stone unturned to entertain and amuse the audience with his talent. Be it movies or social media or blogs, the megastar is active on all platforms and is also the host of the popular Television show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 13’.
Having starred in many movies and being a brand in himself, Amitabh Bachchan has many songs in his name. He has also crooned his voice for many songs. Here’s the list of some of the evergreen songs of Big B:
Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein
This song has been crooned by Mukesh and composed by Khayyam. Featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Rakhee in lead roles, this beautiful song is from the movie ‘Kabhi Kabhie’.
Dilbar Mere
Featuring the hit pair Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini in the lead roles, ‘Dilbar Mere’ is from the movie ‘Satte Pe Satta’. Crooned by Kishore Kumar and composed by R.D. Burman, this song still rules the hearts of listeners.
Chukar Mere Mann Ko
This beautiful and heart-touching song is from the movie ‘Yaarana’. The movie features Big B and Neetu Kapoor in lead roles. This song has been composed by Rajesh Roshan and sung by Kishore Kumar.
Tere Mere Milan Ki Yeh Raina
This soulful song is from one of the best movies of Amitabh Bachchan – ‘Abhimaan’. Starring Big B and Jaya Bhaduri in lead roles, this song has been crooned by Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar and composed by S.D. Burman.
Dekha Ek Khwaab
Crooned by Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar, ‘Dekha Ek Khwaab’ is from the movie ‘Silsila’. Featuring Rekha and Big B, the song has been composed by Shiv-Hari.
Do Lafzon Ki Kahani
Composed by R.D. Burman and sung by Asha Bhosle and Sharad Kumar, the song is from the movie ‘The Great Gambler’ featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Zeenat Aman in lead roles.
Aaj Rapat Jaye Toh
Sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle, this song stars Big B and Smita Patil in the lead roles and is from the movie ‘Namak Halal’. ‘Aaj Rapat Jaye Toh’ has been composed by Bappi Lahiri.
Ke Pag Ghungaroo Bandh
Composed by Bappi Lahiri, ‘Ke Pag Ghungaroo Bandh’ is from the movie ‘Namak Halal’. This song featuring Big B has been crooned by Kishore Kumar.
Khaike Paan Banaras Wala
This popular song is from the 1978 movie ‘Don’. Composed by Kalyanji Anandji, this song has been crooned by Kishore Kumar.
Kajra Re
Featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, ‘Kajra Re’ is one of the most popular songs of Big B. Crooned by Alisha Chinai, Shankar Mahadevan, Javed Ali, the music of the song has been composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.
Here’s wishing the megastar of the film industry a very happy birthday.
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