Majrooh Sultanpuri, born Asrar ul Hasan Khan (1919-2000), was an eminent Indian Urdu poet and lyricist known for his contributions to the world of Hindi film music. He was born on October 1, 1919, in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Majrooh Sultanpuri began his literary career as a poet, writing poetry in the Urdu language. His verses were known for their simplicity, emotional depth, and social consciousness. He gained recognition and popularity for his poetry in the 1940s and 1950s.
In the early 1940s, Majrooh Sultanpuri entered the world of Hindi cinema as a lyricist. He wrote the lyrics for numerous Hindi film songs that went on to become immensely popular. His collaboration with music composers like S.D. Burman, O.P. Nayyar, and R.D. Burman resulted in many memorable and melodious songs.
Majrooh Sultanpuri's lyrics often reflected the emotions and sentiments of the characters and the situations depicted in the films. His songs covered a wide range of themes, including love, romance, patriotism, and social issues. He had a unique ability to capture the essence of a scene and convey it through his poetic expressions.
Some of Majrooh Sultanpuri's most famous songs include "Kabhi Kabhie Mere Dil Mein" from the film Kabhi Kabhie (1976), "Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko" from Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973), and "Chandan Sa Badan" from Saraswatichandra (1968), among many others. His work contributed significantly to the success of several Hindi films and left a lasting impact on Indian film music.
Majrooh Sultanpuri's talent and contributions to the Hindi film industry earned him several awards and accolades, including the Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist multiple times. He continued to work as a lyricist until his demise.
Majrooh Sultanpuri passed away on May 24, 2000, leaving behind a rich legacy of poetic and lyrical excellence. His songs continue to be cherished and enjoyed by music lovers, and his contributions to the world of Hindi film music are remembered with great respect and admiration.
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