Today, we celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of the incredible Mohammed Rafi, a legendary Indian singer who has left an everlasting impression with his amazing songs. His extraordinary talent has touched the hearts of millions around the globe. Let’s take a moment to stroll down memory lane and revisit some of the unforgettable collaborations that defined his remarkable career.
1. Asha Bhosle
Asha Bhosle and Mohammed Rafi were an incredible singing duo in Bollywood from the 1950s to the 1970s! Their magical collaborations brought us so many unforgettable songs, such as ‘Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko’, ‘Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar’, ‘Maang Ke Saath Tumhara’, ‘O Haseena Zulfonwale Jane Jahan’ and ‘O Mera Sona’, just to name a few. Together, they created more than 70 beautiful songs that still warm our hearts today.
2. Manna Dey
Mohammed Rafi and Manna Dey were two incredible Indian singers who shared a wonderful mutual respect for each other’s talents. Rafi once shared with his fans that the only songs he enjoyed listening to were those of Manna Dey, even when everyone else was crazy about his own hits! On the other hand, Manna Dey admired Rafi, calling him a true gentleman and one of the finest singers in the Indian film industry. Together, they created magic by singing more than 58 songs, including beautiful tracks like ‘Ek Shokh Haseena Se’, ‘Nir Ta Ta Dhang’ and ‘Main Hoon Tera Prem Aur Tum Ho Mere Praan’.
3. Lata Mangeshkar
Before the legendary singers Mohammed Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar had their controversies, they were shining stars in the music industry, delighting fans with their incredible songs. Together, they created over 400 unforgettable tracks. Some of their most beloved hits include ‘Kitna Pyara Wada Hai’, ‘Dil Tera Diwana Hai Sanam’, ‘Dheere Dheere Chal Chand’ and ‘Jo Wada Kiya Woh Nibhana Padega’, among many others. Their music truly captured the hearts of listeners everywhere.
4. RD Burman
Mohammed Rafi and R.D. Burman were such a legendary duo that they teamed up to sing over 20 songs together. Some of their hits include ‘Yamma Yamma’, ‘Chand Mera Dil’ and ‘Tumne Mujhe Dekha Hokar Meherban’, among others. Their tracks are still incredibly popular and loved by everyone.
5. Kishore Kumar
Kishore Kumar and Mohammed Rafi were an incredible duo in the world of music, and their songs truly captured the hearts of many. They teamed up to create more than 50 unforgettable hits during their time. Some of their popular tracks include ‘Humko Tumse Ho Gaya Hai Pyar’, ‘Tumko Khush Dekh Kar’, ‘Ek Mahal Mein Chum Chum Karti’, ‘Rang Jamake Jayenge’ and ‘Khuda Hi Juda Kare To Kare’ and many more.
