Hindi Sangeet Samrat Tansen (1962)

Sangeet Samrat Tansen is a classic Bollywood film released in 1962, directed by S. N. Tripathi. The movie stars Bharat Bhushan as Tansen and Anita Guha as Tani. It revolves around the life of the legendary musician Tansen, who served in the court of Emperor Akbar. The film is celebrated for its rich musical score, which was also directed by S. N. Tripathi, with lyrics penned by Shailendra and Bharat Vyas. The soundtrack features vocals from renowned singers of the time, including Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, Manna Dey, and Mukesh, making it a memorable collection of classical and traditional Indian music.

The film not only showcases the musical genius of Tansen but also delves into his personal life, highlighting his transformation from a commoner to a celebrated musician at Akbar’s court. The movie’s popular tracks include gems like “Sapta Suran Teen Gram“, “Raag Bhairav Pratham Shant Ras Jake”, “Sakhi Kaise Dharoon Main Dhir” and “Kantadha Kantadha” among others. These songs not only highlight the musical talents of the cast but also the lyrical and compositional prowess of the team behind the scenes.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Sangeet Samrat Tansen sung by Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, Manna Dey, and Mukesh, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Sangeet Samrat Tansen movie song lyrics below.