Hindi Bhakta Surdas (1942)

Bhakta Surdas is a classic Indian film released in 1942, directed by Chaturbhuj Doshi. The movie stars K.L. Saigal, Khursheed Bano, and Monica Desai in pivotal roles, bringing to life the story of the legendary poet and musician Surdas, known for his devotion to Lord Krishna. The film is celebrated for its music, composed by the renowned Gyan Dutt, with lyrics penned by D.N. Madhok. The songs, rendered beautifully by K.L. Saigal and Khursheed Bano, are considered timeless classics in the genre of Indian film music.

The narrative of Bhakta Surdas unfolds in the 15th century and revolves around the blind poet’s immense devotion and contribution to the Bhakti movement, highlighting his spiritual journey and the miracles associated with him. The film’s portrayal of Surdas’s life and the accompanying musical scores were instrumental in popularizing the Bhakti movement’s ideals through cinema. Bhakta Surdas is acknowledged for its critical acclaim and its role in establishing K.L. Saigal as a leading figure in Indian cinema. Among the standout tracks from the movie are “Nainheen Ko Raah Dikha Prabhu“, “Nis Din Barsat Nain Hamaare“, “Madhukar Shyaam Hamaare Chor” and “Kadam Chale Aage Man Paachhe Bhaage” each adding a unique flavor to the film’s soundtrack.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Bhakta Surdas sung by K.L. Saigal and Khursheed Bano, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Bhakta Surdas movie song lyrics below.