My 100th Review - Dedicated to Ghazals

My list of top twenty filmi Ghazals is as follows :

1. Justujoo Jiski Thi Usko To Na Paaya Humne (Umrao Jaan - 1981) : In my view, one of the best Ghazals
of Asha Ji, penned by Sheheryaar and composed by Khayyam, picturized on Rekha in the title role. It is
an example of highly meaningful and touching poetry. It’s the Ghazal which is the closest to my heart.

2. Ye Na Thi Hamaari Kismet Ki Visaal-E-Yaar Hota (Mirza Ghalib - 1954) : Mirza Ghalib’s immortal
Ghazal, composed by Ghulam Mohammed which has been sung emotionally and performed upon
masterly by the legendary singer-actress Suraiya.

3. Dil-E-Naadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai (Mirza Ghalib - 1954) : Another classic Ghazal of the legendary
Shaayar from this movie which is a memorable duet of Talat Mahmood and Suraiya. It’s been picturized
on Bharat Bhooshan and Suraiya in the movie.

4. Nukta Cheen Hai Gham-E-Dil Usko Sunaaye Na Bane (Mirza Ghalib - 1954) : Another marvel from the
pen of Ghalib, presented to the lovers of Shaayari by Ghulam Mohammed (composition) and Suraiya
(singing and acting).

5. Seene Mein Jalan Aankhon Mein Toofan Sa Kyon Hai (Gaman - 1978) : An outstanding Ghazal
authored by Sheheryaar, composed by Jaidev ,sung by Suresh Wadkar and picturized on Farooq Sheikh.

6. Kisi Nazar Ko Tera Intezaar Aaj Bhi Hai (Aitbaar - 1985) : An excellent Ghazal which I relate to. It’s been
sung jointly by Bhupinder and Asha, penned by Hasan Kamaal and composed by Bappi Lahiri. Suresh
Oberai and Dimple Kapadia have performed beautifully on it in the movie.

7. Zinda Hoon Iss Tarah Ki Gham-E-Zindagi Nahin (Aag - 1948) : Mukesh’s highly emotional Ghazal,
picturized on Raj Kapoor in his maiden directorial venture, penned by Behzad Lucknavi and composed by
Ram Ganguly.

8. Yun Hasraton Ke Daag Mohabbat Mein Dho Liye (Adaalat - 1958) : Nargis performs on Lata’s classic
Ghazal, penned by Rajender Krishan and composed by Madan Mohan.

9. Hum Dard Ke Maaron Ka Itna Hi Fasaana Hai (Daag - 1952) : Talat Mahmood’s famous Ghazal,
picturized on Dilip Kumar, penned by Shailendra and composed by Shankar-Jaikishan.

10. Dikhai Diye Yun Ki Bekhud Kiya (Baazaar - 1982) : A classic Ghazal sung by Lata, picturized on Supriya
Pathak, authored by the legendary Shaayar Mir Taqi Mir and composed by Khayyam.

11. Tumko Dekha To Ye Khayal Aaya (Saath Saath - 1982) : Jagjeet Singh’s all time great Ghazal,
picturized on Farooq Sheikh (singing for Deepti Naval), authored by Javed Akhtar and composed by
Kuldeep Singh.

12. Kisi Ne Bhi To Na Dekha Nigaah Bhar Ke Mujhe (Dil Aashna Hai - 1992) : Pankaj Ud-haas’ emotional
Ghazal, picturized on himself only, authored by Majrooh Sultanpuri and composed by Anand Milind.

13. Koi Saaghar Dil Ko Behlaata Nahin (Dil Diya Dard Liya - 1966) : Rafi’s classic Ghazal combined with the
brilliant performance of the Tragedy King, Dilip Kumar. Naushad has composed the touching Shaayari of
Shakeel Badayuni.

14. Uthaye Ja Unke Sitam Aur Jiye Ja (Andaz - 1949) : Lata’s classic Ghazal on which Nargis has delivered
a memorable performance in the movie. Naushad has composed the Ghazal of Shakeel Badayuni.

15. Kabhi Khud Pe Kabhi Haalat Pe Rona Aaya (Hum Dono - 1961) : A very very realistic Ghazal of Rafi
combined with a touching performance by Dev Anand in the movie. Jaidev has composed the straight-
from-the-heart words of Sahir Ludhiyanvi.

16. Tang Aa Chuke Hain Kashamkash-E-Zindagi Se Hum (Pyaasa - 1957) : A touching Ghazal emerging
from the depth of the heart of the Shaayar, Sahir Ludhiyanvi which has been picturized on Guru Dutt,
the Shaayar hero of this movie. Rafi has given voice to the composition of S.D. Burman.

17. Jurm-E-Ulfat Pe Hamen Log Saza Dete Hain (Taj Mahal - 1963) : A very small but very very meaningful
Ghazal which is in fact an underrated song in this classic album. Beena Roy has performed on the voice
of Lata and Roshan has composed the words of Sahir.

18. Dushman Na Kare Dost Ne Woh Kaam Kiya Hai (Aakhir Kyon - 1985) : A highly admirable Ghazal of
Lata, picturized on Smita Patil. Rajesh Roshan has composed the words of Indeevar.

19. Badi Nazuk Hai Ye Manzil Mohabbat Ka Safar Hai (Joggers’ Park - 2003) : Jagjeet Singh’s Ghazal
embedding delicate feelings of a loving heart. Tabun has composed the words of Zameer Kazmi and it’s
been picturized on Khalid Siddiqui.

20. Aankhon Aankhon Mein Dil Gaya Apna (Saanch Ko Aanch Nahin - 1979) : A beautiful romantic Ghazal
sung by Shailendra Singh and picturized on Arun Govil (singing for Madhu Kapoor in the movie).
Ramlaxman has composed the words of Kulwant Jaani.

Other than these top twenty, I also like the following bollywood Ghazals very much :

1. Zindagi Jab Bhi Teri Bazm Mein Laati Hai Hamen (Umrao Jaan - 1981) : Sheheryaar’s Ghazal, sung
beautifully by Talat Aziz (his best in my view) and performed emotionally by Farooq Sheikh (singing for
Rekha in the movie).
2. In Aankhon Ki Masti Ke Mastaane Hazaaron Hain (Umrao Jaan - 1981) : A memorable Ghazal from the
Sheheryaar-Khayyam-Asha-Rekha team.

3. Dil Cheez Kya Hai Aap Meri Jaan Leejiye (Umrao Jaan - 1981) : The same team presents another gem
to the Shaayari-lovers.

4. Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar Beqaraar Hai Ki Nahin (Arth - 1983) : Jagjeet Singh’s classic Ghazal picturized on
Raj Kiran who sings it for Shabaana Aazmi in the movie. It’s been penned by Shabaana’s father, Kaifi
Aazmi and composer is Jagjeet Singh himself.

5. Tum Itna Jo Muskura Rahe Ho (Arth - 1983) : Another touching Ghazal from the ditto team.

6. Unko Ye Shikaayat Hai Ki Hum Kuchh Nahin Kehte (Adaalat - 1958) : Lata’s memorable Ghazal
picturized on Nargis, penned by Rajender Krishan and composed by Madan Mohan.

7. Jaana Tha Hum Se Dur Bahaane Bana Liye (Adaalat - 1958) : The same team presents another gem.

8. Patthar Se Sheesha Takra Ke Woh Kehte Hain Dil Toote Na (Saawan Ko Aane Do - 1979) : An
underrated Ghazal containing intense emotions which has been sung by C. Anand Kumar for Arun Govil
on the screen. Rajkamal has composed the beautiful words of Fauq Jaami.

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jmathur

9. Ruke Ruke Se Kadam Ruk Ke Baar Baar Chale (Mausam - 1975) : A classic Ghazal from the
team of Madan Mohan (composer), Gulzar (Shaayar) and Lata (singer). Performed on the
screen by Sharmila Tagore.

10. Milti Hai Zindagi Mein Mohabbat Kabhi Kabhi (Aankhen - 1968) : A great romantic Ghazal
of Lata, picturized on Mala Sinha (singing for Dharmendra on the screen), penned by Sahir and
composed by Ravi.

11. Hamen To Shaam-E-Gham Mein Kaatni Hai Zindagi Apni (Jugnu - 1947) : A classic Ghazal of
legendary singer-actress Noor Jehan which has been authored by : Asgar Sarhadi and
composed by Feroze Nizami.

12. Chhalke Teri Aankhon Se Sharab Aur Ziyaada (Aarzoo - 1965) : Rafi’s hilarious Ghazal
picturized on Rajender Kumar who sings it for Saadhna in the disguise of an aged Hakim
(doctor) in her birthday party. Shankar-Jaikishan have composed the tune for the words
penned by Hasrat Jaipuri.

13. Dekha Hai Zindagi Ko Kuchh Itna Kareeb Se (Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka - 1975) : Kishore
Kumar’s emotional Ghazal containing beautiful words of Sahir, composed by Ravi and
picturized on Dharmendra.

14. Dil Ke Armaan Aansuon Mein Beh Gaye (Nikaah - 1982) : Excellent Ghazal of singer-actress
Salma Agha, authored by Hasan Kamaal and composed by Ravi.

15. Mohabbat Ki Raahon Mein Chalna Sambhal Ke (Uran Khatola - 1955) : Rafi gives voice for
Dilip Kumar (singing to Nimmi) for this highly meaningful Ghazal penned by Shakeel Badayuni
and composed by Naushad.

16. Tere Pyar Ki Tamanna, Gham-E-Zindagi Ke Saaye (Tawaif - 1985) : An apprehensive Ghazal
being sung by a lover (Rishi Kapoor) for his sweetheart (Rati Agnihotri), sung superbly by
Mahendra Kapoor in the music direction of Ravi, Hasan Kamaal being the Shaayar.

17. Maana Teri Nazar Mein Tera Pyar Hum Nahin (Ahista Ahista - 1981) : An emotionally
charged, unforgettable Ghazal, sung by Sulakshana Pandit, picturized on Nanda, authored by
Naqsh Lyallpuri and composed by Khayyam.

Nov 27, 2010 07:55 AM (Updated Nov 28, 2010 04:04 AM) Like You like this (0)

jmathur

18. Rehte The Kabhi Jinke Dil Mein Hum Jaan Se Bhi Pyaron Ki Tarah (Mamta - 1966) : Lata’s
classic Ghazal, giving voice to the painful sentiments of an unfortunate woman. It’’s been
picturized on Suchitra Sen, penned by Majrooh and composed by Roshan.

19. Unke Khayaal Aaye To Aate Chale Gaye (Lal Patthar - 1971) : Rafi’s memorable Ghazal,
penned by Hasrat Jaipuri, composed by Shankar-Jaikishan and picturized on Raj Kumar (singing
while remembering Hema Malini in the movie).

20. Tumhari Zulf Ke Saaye Mein Shaam Kar Loonga (Naunihal - 1967) : Rafi’s classic Ghazal,
containing only two Shers, It’s been penned by Kaifi Aazmi, composed by Madan Mohan and
picturized on Sanjeev Kumar (addressing to Indrani Mukherjee).

21. Nagma-O-Sher Ki Saugaat Kise Pesh Karoon (Ghazal - 1964) : Lata’s melodious Ghazal for
Meena Kumari on the screen, penned by Sahir and composed by Madan Mohan.
22. Har Tarha Ke Jazbaat Ka Elaan Hain Aankhen (Aankhen - 1968) : A unique Ghazal which is
the title song of this spy movie. Rafi has sung the words of Sahir, composed by Ravi.

23. Woh Zindagi Jo Thi Ab Tak Teri Panaahon Mein (Neel Kamal - 1968) : Asha’s underrated
Ghazal, picturized on Waheeda Rehman, penned by Sahir and composed by Ravi.

24. Dil Gham Se Jal Raha Hai Jale Par Dhuan Na Ho (Shama - 1961) : An excellent Ghazal sung
by Suman Kalyanpur, picturized on Nimmi, penned by Kaifi Aazmi and composed by Ghulam
Mohammad.

25. Hosh Walon Ko Khabar Kya Bekhudi Kya Cheez Hai (Sarfarosh - 1999) : Jagjeet Singh’s
romantic Ghazal, authored by Nida Fazli, composed by Jatin-Lalit and picturized on Aamir Khan
(singing for Sonali Bendre).

Nov 27, 2010 07:57 AM (Updated Nov 28, 2010 04:02 AM) Like You like this (0)

sydbarett

First of all many congratulations on the 100th Review. With your strike rate, you’’ll soon be
overtaking Sehwag :)) Best wishes for a long innings.

Secondly congratulations on the choice of topic for the 100th review. In an age when nothing
except noise is produced, you have given a new direction to ’’aspiring’’ music lovers and a
’’reason’’ to the confirmed ones.

Have listended to most of the songs you have compiled and loved them all. Most of my
collection though is relegated to songs from the older lyricists like Daag, Momin, Khusro,
Ghalib, Faiz etc rendered by Ghulam Ali and Mehdi Hassan. EMI Pakistan has a great collection
which I once downloaded from the Internet.

My favorite ghazals of all times remain ’’’’Uzr aane mein bhi hai’’’’ (lyrics by Daag) and Dil me
ek lehar si uthi hai abhi. Other favorites which immediately come to mind are Tumhare Khat
Me, Woh Kabhi mil jayen to, Ranjish Hi Sahi, Yeh Jo hai Hukm, Ghazab kiya tere waade pe,
Zehal-e-miskeen, Kaisi chali hai abke hawa, etc..

When you have a ghazal sung by 2 or more accomplished singers (eg., Kal Chaudvin Ki Raat Thi
sung by both Ghulam Ali & Jagjit Singh), just listening to them side by side gives unparalleled
pleasure. Its like sitting in a Mughali mehfil where Shayars are competing with each other and
in the end everyone’’s a winner. Ghazal listening and soaking requires a frame of mind which
has unfortunately eluded me for the past few years...

But your Review evoked nostalgia of heady days... bhai wah maza aa gaya !!

Nov 27, 2010 08:47 AM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

@sydbarett Thanks a ton Nishant. Since the subject of this review of Bollywood Ghazals,
that''s why several gems mentioned by you are not here. I am also fond of non-filmi Ghazals in
their original form and that''s why I have mentioned in the second para the reason for
excluding two classic Ghazals of Ghulam Ali which had been included in the movies but in their
shorter versions. Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 08:54 AM Like You like this (0)

ajeet15

Jitendraji,

First and foremost I would like to congratulate you posting your 100th review. I am sure you
are the fastest to reach this milestone, considering the time since you joined MS.

Ghazals is my favourite music and I feel this is the best form of music as it transports the
listener to a different world.

Your selection is undoubtedly good and some of the titles mentioned above are my favourites
too.

'Mere shauk da nahin aitbaar tenu, aaj vekh mera intezaar aaja' by Ghulam Ali is one of my
favourite Ghazal.

I suggest you listen to MARASIM (Jagjit SIngh/Gulzar), SILSILAY (Jagjit Singh/Javed Akhtar), KOI
BAAT CHALE (Jagjit SIngh/Gulzar) & there are many more, which I’’ll inform you later.

You made my week end.

Regards/Ajeet

Nov 27, 2010 10:12 AM Like You like this (0)

JaveedAhmedM

Congrats on having Posted 100 Reviews on MouthShut, esp in such a short Span and Most of
the Reviews are Of all the Good Old Films which are generally Ignored by Many of Us....

All the Best Wishes and Hope to See Many More Such Reviews from Your Keyboard...

Nov 27, 2010 10:43 AM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton Ajeet Ji. I will definitely listen to the albums mentioned by you.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 10:49 AM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton JAMS for the visit and the wishes.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 10:50 AM Like You like this (0)

GRuchirG

congrts sir. for the century. how many balls did you played :), must be breaking someone’’s
record for sure. nice compilation.

ruchir.

Nov 27, 2010 11:58 AM Like You like this (0)

Paulsb02

Congratulations on the Century!!! I have seen a passionate writer in you and the fast century
proved it. Keep rocking the Sehwag of MS!!!

Nov 27, 2010 12:11 PM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton Ruchir. Thanks a ton Paul.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 12:20 PM Like You like this (0)

maaz_nawaz

Dear brother Jitendra, first congrats on reaching the milestone, the 100th Review. Excellent
list of Best Bollywood Ghazals. Most of the above mentioned ghazals are my fav, but this
ghazal is special.....Tumko Dekha To Ye Khayal Aaya

Nov 27, 2010 01:23 PM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton Mazhar Bhai. It''s my favourite too.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 03:10 PM Like You like this (0)

deepak27

Mathurji, hearty congrats on completing 100 reviews. A very beautiful topic for this occasion.
Your movie related contributions have been fantastic. Hope to see another 100 reviews from
you.

Nov 27, 2010 03:18 PM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton Deepak Ji.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 04:08 PM Like You like this (0)

RAJESH.SINHA

@jmathur congrats for the milestone you touched in a record time. As Paul also mentioned,
you got a passion for writing. Good going sir ji.

Nov 27, 2010 06:15 PM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

Thanks a ton Rajesh.

Jitendra

Nov 27, 2010 09:29 PM Like You like this (0)

suraaz

congrats for ur 100th review brother...

keep penning..
regards..
suraj

Nov 27, 2010 11:29 PM Like You like this (0)

frontasia

mathur saheb.. shatak jadne par bahut bahut badhai..

my classification on filmi Ghazals could be wrong.. but usually songs with beautiful poetic
lyrics i put then in Ghazal class..

my favourites one are :

1. Sitaro si jagmaga rahi hai tumhari aanke sitara aankhe ( aur pyar ho gay)
2. Tu is tarah se meri jindagi me shamil hai
3. aji rutha kar ab kaha jayeiga.

Nov 28, 2010 02:28 AM Like You like this (0)

jmathur

@frontasia Kuldeep, Ghazal is a unique type of lyric which does not contain stanzas but Shers.
Anyway, I also like the songs mentioned by you. Please read my 99th review on philosophical
songs too if you please. Jitendra

Nov 28, 2010 03:53 AM Like You like this (0)

TRACK LISTING:
Aaj Bichhde Hain [Thodisi Bewafaii] [06:16]
Artist(s): Bhupinder

Ahl-e-dil [Dard] [04:45]

Artist(s): Lata Mangeshkar

Chithi Aayi Hai [Naam] [07:00]

Artist(s): Pankaj Udhas

Chupke Chupke [Nikaah] [04:50]

Artist(s): Ghulam Ali

Dikhai Diye Yun [Bazaar] [05:23]

Artist(s): Lata Mangeshkar

Dil Cheez Kya Hai [04:32]

Artist(s): Umrao Jaan

Dil Ke Arman [Nikaah] [04:11]

Artist(s): Salma Agha

Hum Hai Mata [00:00]

Artist(s): Dastal

In Aankhon Ki Masti [Umrao Jaan] [05:30]

Artist(s): Asha Bhosle

Jhuki Jhuki See Nazar [Arth] [04:55]

Artist(s): Jagjit Singh

Kabhi Khud Pe [Hum Dono] [00:00]

Khuda Kare Mohabbat [04:36]

Artist(s): Talat Aziz

Mera Kuchh Saamaan [Ijaazat] [06:21]

Artist(s): Asha Bhosle

Mohabbat Ab Tijarat [Arpan] [04:48]

Artist(s): Anwar

Nuktacheen Hai [Mirza Ghalib] [03:08]

Phir Aaj Mujhe [Aaj] [04:57]

Artist(s): Jagjit Singh

Phir Chiddi Raat [Bazaar] [05:04]

Artist(s): Lata Mangeshkar

Tere Pyar Ki Tamanna [Tawaif] [05:37]

Artist(s): Mahendra Kapoor

Teri Aankhon Ki Chahat [Janta Hawaldar]... [05:57]

Artist(s): Anwar

Tujhse Naraaz Nahin Zindagi [Masoom] [03:34]

Artist(s): Lata Mangeshkar

Tumhari Nazron Mein [Kal Ki Awaz] [04:52]

Artist(s): Asha Bhosle, Kumar Sanu

Woh Kagaz Ki Kashti [00:00]

Artist(s): Jagjit Singh, Chitra Singh

Woh Ladki Jab Ghar Se [Tejasvini] [05:41]

Artist(s): Pankaj Udhas

Woh Zalim Pyar Kya Jane [01:54]

Artist(s): Parchhain

Yeh Dil Aur [Prem Prabhat] [05:43]

Artist(s): Lata Mangeshkar

Yun Hasraton [00:00]

Artist(s): Adalat

Yun Zindagi Ki [Saath Saath] [04:41]

Artist(s): Chitra Singh