Hindi Apna Desh (1972)

Apna Desh is a 1972 Indian Hindi-language film directed by Jambu. The movie stars Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz in the lead roles, marking one of the hit pairings of the era. The film’s music, which plays a pivotal role in its appeal, was composed by the renowned R.D. Burman, with lyrics penned by Anand Bakshi. The combination of R.D. Burman’s music and Anand Bakshi’s lyrics delivered memorable songs that are still cherished today.

The film’s soundtrack features the voices of prominent playback singers of the time, including Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar, Vijeyta Pandit, R. D. Burman and Asha Bhosle, among others. Songs like “Duniya Mein Logon Ko“, “Aaja O Mere Raja” and “Sun Champa Sun Tara” became particularly popular and contributed significantly to the movie’s success. Apna Desh was released on 26 May 1972, and received positive reviews for its engaging storyline, performances, and music. While the movie itself is a blend of drama and comedy, it is the music that has stood the test of time, making it a memorable entry in the annals of Indian cinema.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Apna Desh sung by Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Apna Desh movie song lyrics below.