Hindi Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
Slumdog Millionaire, released in 2008, is a critically acclaimed film directed by Danny Boyle with co-direction by Loveleen Tandan in the Indian sequences. The movie stars Dev Patel as Jamal Malik, alongside Freida Pinto, Madhur Mittal, Anil Kapoor, and Irrfan Khan in significant roles. The narrative follows Jamal, a young man from the slums of Mumbai, who participates in the Indian version of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” and is interrogated by the police under suspicion of cheating, leading to the unfolding of his life story through the questions asked on the show.
The film’s music, composed by A.R. Rahman, played a pivotal role in its global success, with tracks like “Jai Ho” and “O… Saya” becoming international hits. A.R. Rahman won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for “Jai Ho,” with lyrics by Gulzar, who also received an Oscar for the song. The soundtrack features a mix of singers, including A.R. Rahman, Sukhwinder Singh, Tanvi Shah, Mahalakshmi Iyer, and Vijay Prakash, contributing to the film’s unique auditory experience. Slumdog Millionaire was celebrated worldwide, earning eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, and was recognized for its editing, sound mixing, and cinematography. The film’s portrayal of the vibrant yet challenging life in Mumbai’s slums, combined with its compelling storyline and exceptional music, contributed to its box office success, grossing over $377 million globally.
Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Slumdog Millionaire sung by A.R. Rahman, Sukhwinder Singh, Tanvi Shah, Mahalakshmi Iyer, Vijay Prakash, and others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Slumdog Millionaire movie song lyrics below.