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In Bollywood, both the movie’s story and its soundtrack are crucial, but sometimes songs surpass the films in popularity. This highlights the power of music in Indian cinema. Here are five Bollywood songs that dominated the charts, outshining their respective movies:
1. ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ from Dil Se (1998)
Composed by A.R. Rahman and sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Sapna Awasthi, ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ became an instant hit with its catchy beats and a unique music video featuring Shah Rukh Khan dancing on a moving train. Despite the movie’s moderate box office performance, the song remains iconic to this day.
2. ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ Title Track (1998)
Although the movie itself was successful, the title song sung by Udit Narayan and Alka Yagnik developed a life of its own. Its melody captured hearts across generations, making it a timeless track.
3. ‘Kajra Re’ from Bunty Aur Babli (2005)
Featuring Aishwarya Rai’s mesmerizing dance and vocals by Alisha Chinai, Shankar Mahadevan, and Javed Ali, ‘Kajra Re’ stole the limelight even when the movie faced tough competition at the box office. The song’s folk flavor and catchy tune made it an evergreen chartbuster.
4. ‘Munni Badnam Hui’ from Dabangg (2010)
While Dabangg was a massive success overall, ‘Munni Badnam Hui’ became a cultural phenomenon with its peppy beats and Malaika Arora’s energetic performance. The song significantly popularized item numbers in Bollywood.
5. ‘Pappu Can’t Dance Saala’ from Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008)
This fun and quirky number by Sukhwinder Singh became widely popular among youth. Its carefree vibe outshined the movie’s moderate success, turning it into a party anthem.
These songs demonstrate that Bollywood music can create magic independently of a film’s box office fate. They continue to be loved and played on radios, parties, and streaming platforms worldwide.
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