Hindi Nayak: The Real Hero (2001)

Nayak: The Real Hero, released on September 7, 2001, is a prominent Indian Hindi-language film directed by S. Shankar. The movie stars Anil Kapoor in the lead role, with Rani Mukerji as the leading actress. Supporting roles are filled by an ensemble cast including Amrish Puri, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, and Pooja Batra. The film’s music, an essential element of its appeal, was composed by the renowned A.R. Rahman, with lyrics penned by Anand Bakshi. The songs were brought to life by the voices of notable singers such as Hariharan, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Udit Narayan, and Alka Yagnik, among others.

Nayak: The Real Hero is notable for its engaging storyline where a television cameraman (played by Anil Kapoor) is challenged to take up the role of the Chief Minister of Maharashtra for a day. The film explores themes of political accountability and the power of a common man to initiate change. Despite its initial box office performance, Nayak has gained a cult following over the years for its direction, performances, and especially its music. The soundtrack of the movie, composed by A.R. Rahman, received widespread acclaim and contributed significantly to the film’s long-term appeal. Songs like “Ruki Sukhi Roti“, “Shakalaka Baby” and “Chalo Chale Mitwa” became particularly popular, showcasing the musical genius of Rahman and the lyrical depth of Anand Bakshi.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Nayak: The Real Hero sung by Hariharan, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Udit Narayan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Hans Raj Hans and others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Nayak: The Real Hero movie song lyrics below.