Hindi Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli (1971)

Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli is a 1971 Bollywood musical drama directed by V. Shantaram, who is known for his innovative storytelling and use of technology in cinema. The movie was released in 1971, and features Sandhya and Abhijeet in the lead roles, with supporting performances from Vatsala Deshmukh and Dina Pathak. This film stands out for its music, directed by the legendary Laxmikant–Pyarelal, with lyrics penned by Majrooh Sultanpuri. The soundtrack became very popular, with singers like Lata Mangeshkar and Mukesh lending their voices to the songs.

Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli tells the story of a passionate dancer and her journey against societal norms. The film is notable for its use of underwater filming techniques, a rarity for its time, to capture the essence of the title which translates to “Fish Without Water, Lightning Without Dance”. The movie was appreciated for its innovative dance sequences, choreographed by P.L. Raj, and its music, which played a pivotal role in narrating the story. Songs like “O Mitwa Yeh Duniya To Kya Hai” and “Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli” became immensely popular and are remembered even today. The movie had a significant impact on the musical genre in Indian cinema, showcasing the importance of music and dance in storytelling.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli sung byLata Mangeshkar and Mukesh, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli movie song lyrics below.