Hindi Shakuntala (1943)

Shakuntala is a landmark 1943 Indian film directed by V. Shantaram, a prominent figure in Indian cinema. This movie is an adaptation of the famous play Shakuntala by the classical Sanskrit author Kalidasa. The film stars Jayashree in the titular role, with Chandra Mohan playing the role of King Dushyanta, showcasing a compelling narrative of love, memory, and destiny. The music for Shakuntala was composed by Vasant Desai, a renowned music director known for his contributions to Indian cinema’s golden era. The lyrics were penned by Deewan Sharar and Ratan Piya adding depth and emotion to the film’s musical landscape.

Shakuntala is celebrated for its pioneering use of sound and music in Indian cinema, with its songs performed by prominent singers of the time. Among the standout tracks from the movie are “Jeevan Bhar Ye Jeevan“, “Kamal Hai Mere Samne“, “Jeevan Ki Naav Na Doley” and “Sukhad Matrubhumi Apni” each adding a unique flavor to the film’s soundtrack. The movie was nominated for the Grand International Award at the 1947 Venice Film Festival.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Shakuntala sung by Jayashree, Zohrabai Ambalewali, Parshuram, and others along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Shakuntala movie song lyrics below.