Music In The Mountains: Dil Dhoondhta Hai

Today's song is a two-in-one from "Mausam" (1975). The same lyrics. But one is a duet while the other is a solo. How wonderfully Bhupinder has brought playfulness in the duet and how effectively his solo evokes pathos!

Interestingly, there are other two-in-ones in the film. Sanjeev Kumar appears in two versions: a young man and his older self. Sharmila Tagore plays the dual role of mother and daughter. Written beautifully by Bhushan Banmali, Kamleshwar and Gulzar, and directed skilfully by Gulzar, it is a memorable film. It was written simultaneously with "Aandhi", and Sanjeev Kumar did a great job in both of them.

Gulzar's lyrics bring back memories of the days gone by, of soaking lazily in the winter sun and spending summer nights on beds spread out on terraces. How heartwarmingly nostalgic!

Another song Chhadi re chhadi from this film has appeared in this space in an earlier theme.

Singers: Lata Mangeshkar, Bhupinder
Lyrics: Gulzar
Music: Madan Mohan

Costume Drama: Chhadi Re Chhadi

We have had various items of clothing featuring in our theme so far. Some new items are set to appear from today onwards that are not clothes, but still are a part of one's costume. Of course, the earlier ones will continue to appear too.

Enjoy a duet from "Mausam" (1975) today. It is inspired by A. J. Cronin's novel, "The Judas Tree". The film was adorned with a good story, superb direction, lovely music and excellent performances by Sanjeev Kumar and Sharmila Tagore. The Silver Lotus Award at the 23rd National Film Festival was conferred on Sharmila Tagore who played dual roles of mother and daughter in this film very competently.

Singers: Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammad Rafi
Lyrics: Gulzar
Music: Madan Mohan