Hindi Sardari Begum (1996)

Sardari Begum is a 1996 Indian film directed by Shyam Benegal and features an ensemble cast including Kiron Kher, Amrish Puri, Rajit Kapur, and Smriti Mishra in pivotal roles. The movie delves into the life and times of Sardari Begum, a renowned classical singer and courtesan, exploring themes of music, love, and societal norms. The narrative unfolds through flashbacks as investigators piece together her life story following her mysterious death during a communal riot.

The film’s music, composed by the talented Vanraj Bhatia, plays a crucial role in weaving the narrative, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar. The soundtrack, celebrated for its classical and thematic depth, features the vocal talents of several renowned singers, including Asha Bhosle, Arati Ankalikar Tikekar, Shubha Joshi who lends her voice to bring the songs to life, encapsulating the essence of the story’s setting and emotions. Among the standout tracks from the movie are “Chahe Maar Dalo Raja“,”Ghir Ghir Aayee Badariya Kaari“, “Huzoor Itna Agar Hum Par” and “Raah Mein Bichhi Hai Palke” each adding a unique flavor to the film’s soundtrack. The movie generated a gross income of est. ₹15 lakhs worldwide at the box office. The movie received three awards at the 44th National Film Awards held in July 1997. Kiron Kher, the lead actress of the film, secured the 1997 National Film Award – Special Jury Award. Additionally, Rajeshwari Sachdev was honored with the 1997 National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress. At the 20th Moscow International Film Festival in 1997, Shyam Benegal was nominated for the Golden St. George award.

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