SHAMMI KAPOOR 92ND BIRTH ANNIVERSARY: Born as Shamsher Raj Kapoor, is a name that needs no new introduction. In his gleaming career spanning more than five decades and with his flamboyant style of dancing, the late legendary actor has rightly earned the tag of India’s Elvis Presley.
Shammi Kapoor marked his Bollywood debut with the 1953 film Jeevan Jyoti and the rest is history. His impeccable work in the Indian film industry stands immortalised even today and continues to pave a path for young actors in the industry. Saying that he ruled the hearts of the fans with his electrifying dance moves and charming looks would be an understatement.
On the occasion of Shammi Kapoor’s 92nd birth anniversary, let’s take a look at some of his hit songs:
Yahoo
The cult favourite song, made fans fondly call him “The Yahoo Man". Sung by legendary singer Mohammed Rafi, Yahoo is a hit number from the 1961 film Junglee. The track featured Shammi Kapoor performing his quirky moves opposite beautiful Saira Banu. Apart from Shammi Kapoor, and Saira Banu, Junglee also featured Shashikala, Anoop Kumar and Lalita Pawar among others.
Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche
Do we need to say more? The name of this evergreen track is self-sufficient. Despite being featured in the 1968 film Brahmachari, Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche’s lyrics remain fresh on the tips of the young generation. Once again Mohammed Rafi spread the magic of his voice. The blockbuster number featured Shammi Kapoor shaking a leg around Mumtaz.
Badan Pe Sitare Lapete Hue
So far it is clear that back then Shammi Kapoor and Mohammed Rafi were truly a deadly combination. And we thank the duo for giving us yet another energetic number Badan Pe Sitare Lapete Hue. The electrifying tunes of the song can make anyone shake a leg. Yes of course, how can we not praise the lyrics? Penned by Hasrat Jaipuri, the super hit number is from the musical romantic film Prince.
O Haseena Zulfonwali Jane Jahan
Calling this song timeless will not be an exaggeration. O Haseena Zulfonwali Jaane Jahan was sung by Mohammed Rafi and Asha Bhosle in Teesri Manzil. The song featured Shammi Kapoor and Asha Parekh. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfTpZVgc05o
Yeh Chand Sa Roshan Chehra
https://youtu.be/VueN49P7JyU?si=PIOwqNpU1Em8yjn-
The song, which featured in the 1964 film Kashmir Ki Kali, remains immortalised even today. We still think that there can’t be a better way to please a girl than this beautiful track. Yeh Chand Sa Roshan Chehra featured Shammi Kapoor praising Sharmila Tagore.
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