Hindi Teesri Kasam (1967)

Teesri Kasam is a classic Indian film released in 1966, directed by Basu Bhattacharya and produced by the renowned poet and lyricist Shailendra. This cinematic gem stars Raj Kapoor and Waheeda Rehman in the lead roles, delivering performances that have become etched in the annals of Indian cinema. The film’s music, composed by the legendary Shankar-Jaikishan duo, plays a pivotal role in its storytelling, with lyrics penned by Shailendra and Hasrat Jaipuri. The songs, sung by celebrated vocalists like Mukesh, Lata Mangeshkar, and Asha Bhosle, are considered evergreen classics.

Teesri Kasam is an adaptation of the short story “Mare Gaye Gulfam” by Phanishwar Nath Renu, a narrative that beautifully captures the rustic essence of rural India. The film’s plot revolves around a naive bullock cart driver, Hiraman, played by Raj Kapoor, who vows never to transport illegal goods after his first two encounters with the law. His life takes a turn when he meets a nautanki dancer, Hirabai, portrayed by Waheeda Rehman, during one of his journeys. Despite its initial commercial failure, Teesri Kasam received critical acclaim and went on to win the National Film Award for Best and Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards (Hindi) Feature Film in 1967. The film’s soundtrack, with hits like “Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo” and “Duniya Bananewale“, remains popular among music aficionados.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Teesri Kasam sung by Mukesh, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Teesri Kasam movie song lyrics below.