Hindi Qaidi (1957)

Qaidi is a 1957 Bollywood film directed by Mohammed Hussain, featuring a notable cast including Suresh, Padmini, Ragini, Johnny Walker, and Helen. The film’s music was composed by O.P. Nayyar, with lyrics penned by Sahir Ludhianvi. It was also dubbed into Tamil as “Magudam Katha Mangai,” with music by K. V. Mahadevan and lyrics by A. Maruthakasi.

The story revolves around Laila and Murad, whose love story faces obstacles due to Laila’s greedy father and the villainous Anwar. Murad, resembling the Crown Prince, is drawn into a royal conspiracy involving kidnapping and impersonation, leading to dramatic confrontations and a happy resolution. The soundtrack of Qaidi is a significant highlight, featuring popular songs like “Aji Bas Shukriya” sung by Shamshad Begum, and multiple tracks by Asha Bhosle and Mohammed Rafi. Notable songs include “Kuch To Aisi Baat Kar,” and “Yun Muskurake Samne Aaya Na Kijiye,” showcasing the musical talent of the era.

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