Monsoon Special: It’s time to update your playlist with these 5 iconic songs
Monsoon is finally here and we have already started to smell the earthy scent. The rhythm of falling rain has different meanings for different people. It can be love, happiness, joy, bliss, romance, intensity, poetry, drama, or any combination. If your meaning of monsoon in Hindi films is musical magic then you are at the right place.
Monsoon is the time to enjoy cosy time with your loved ones or some me-time. Eating chai and pakoras or a sip of your favourite coffee with some cookies, no matter how you enjoy the beautiful weather and cool air when it comes to relishing the rains, listening to train-themed songs is an absolute must.
As usual, Bollywood is full of songs that make you want to let go of your inhibitions and enjoy nature’s most beautiful gift.
Here are some of the most iconic Bollywood songs to listen to when it’s raining cats and dogs outside! So take a look at the list below and get ready to update your playlist.
Pyaar hua iqraar hua, Shree 420 (1955)
This is a timeless classic! This Shankar-Jaikishen track combines the most compelling visual imagery of actors Raj Kapoor and Nargis. And if you are in love or just saw your crush on Instagram this is what you should play.
Rimjhim Gire Saawan, Manzil (1979)
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This monsoon melody features Amitabh Bachchan and Moushumi Chatterjee walking around Marine Drive as the skies open up.
Aaj Rapat Jaayen, Namak Halal (1982)
This iconic dance number will inspire you to practice your rain dance. Amitabh Bachchan makes another appearance on the list, this time forcing the always-associated-with-arthouse actress Smita Patil to dance to Bappi Lahiri’s infectious tune.
Kaate Nahi Katte Yeh Din Yeh Raat, Mr India (1987)
No one will ever forget sensual actress Sridevi sizzling on the silver screen in a blue chiffon sari. This song, performed by Alisha Chinai and Kishor Kumar, transformed Sridevi into the siren she became.
Barsaat Ke Mausam Mein, Naajayaz (1995)
Starring Naseeruddin Shah this is one of the most iconic rain songs. If you are missing someone special this song might cheer you up.
