Hindi Valmiki (1946)

Valmiki is a classic Indian film released in the year 1946, directed by Sundar Rao Nadkarni. The movie stars Honnappa Bhagavathar, who not only played the lead role but also contributed to the music and singing aspects of the film. Alongside him, the film features U. R. Jeevarathnam as the leading actress. The music direction was handled by S. V. Venkataraman, with lyrics penned by Mahesh Gupta, who is known for his deeply rooted Indian classical compositions.

The film Valmiki is notable for its musical contributions, as it includes a variety of songs that have been significant in the Indian cinema landscape. Honnappa Bhagavathar, apart from acting, showcased his musical talents by lending his voice to the songs, making the film a memorable piece for both its narrative and musical richness. Among the standout tracks from the movie are “Raag Dvesh Ko Chhod Ke“, “Dekho Ri Sakhi“, “Aaj Mori Naiya Kinare” and “Ram Naam Se” each adding a unique flavor to the film’s soundtrack.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Valmiki sung by Prabodh Chandra Dey (Manna Dey), Saraswati Rane, Lalita Deulkar, Saraswati Rane and Shanta Apte along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Valmiki movie song lyrics below.