Legendary Bollywood singer Mukesh songs still give us major vibes. Born as Mukesh Chandra Mathur on 22 July 1923, the singer breathed his last on 27 August 1976 after suffering from a heart attack.
Mukesh was popular as being the voice of the actor Raj Kapoor, Manoj Kumar, Feroz Khan, and Sunil Dutt. Amongst the numerous nominations and awards he won, his song “Kai Baar Yuhi Dekha Hai” from film Rajnigandha (1973) won him the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer.
Before making a career as a Playback singer in Hindi cinema, Mukesh first made an acting debut in the film ‘Nirdosh’ in the year 1941. He also sang the song “Dil Hi Bujha Hua Ho To” for the movie. He got his break as a playback singer in 1945 with the film “Pehli Nazar”. Post which, he has sung around 1,300 songs.
On the occasion of Mukesh death anniversary, let’s have a look at the popular hits of his Bollywood songs:
Kisi Ki Muskurahaton Pe Ho Nisaar
This is a song that exudes optimism and reveals a key to the pursuit of happiness.
Saawan Ka Mahina
The song picturised on Sunil Dutt and Nutan, Sawan Ka Mahina is sung by Mukesh and Lata Mangeshkar and is penned b Anand Bakshi. The music was given by Lakshmikant-Pyarelal.
Aawara Hoon
This song still remains the favourite of people of different generations. The song picturised on and directed by Raj Kapoor and sung by Mukesh. The lyrics of the songs are penned by Shailendra and immediately after the release the song Awaara Hoon struck became famous among people from various classes and background all over India and beyond.
Ek Pyaar Ka Naghma Hai
The song is picturised on Nanda and Manoj Kumar. Penned by Santosh Anand and composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal, Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai is sung by Mukesh and Lata Mangeshkar.
Kahin Door Jab Din Dhal Jaaye
The male version of the song is sung by Mukesh and is picturised on Rajesh Khanna. It is considered one of the favourite songs of Rajesh Khanna. The lyrics of the song are penned by Yogesh and Salil Choudhury.
