Hindi Mother India (1957)

Mother India, released on October 25, 1957, is a landmark film in Indian cinema, directed by Mehboob Khan. This epic drama stars Nargis, Sunil Dutt, Rajendra Kumar, and Raaj Kumar in pivotal roles. The movie is a powerful story of a poverty-stricken village woman named Radha, who, in the face of adversity and personal tragedy, strives to raise her sons and survive against a corrupt moneylender. It’s a tale of resilience, motherhood, and the struggle for survival against all odds.

The music for Mother India was composed by the legendary Naushad, with lyrics penned by Shakeel Badayuni. Songs like “Duniya Mein Hum Aaye Hain” and “Nagari Nagari Dware Dware” are celebrated classics, sung by Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi, and others, capturing the essence of rural India and the spirit of its people. Mother India received critical acclaim both nationally and internationally. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign-Language Film in 1958, a rare feat for an Indian movie at the time. It also marked a significant milestone in the careers of its cast and crew, solidifying their places in Indian cinema history. The movie’s box office success was monumental, becoming one of the highest-grossing films generated a gross income of est. ₹80 million worldwide at the box office of its time in India.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Mother India sung by Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi, and others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Mother India movie song lyrics below.