MUMBAI: The yesteryear melodies of ‘Naino Mein Badra Chhaye’ and ‘Mera Saaya’ created by legendary composer, Madan Mohan, have found a place in Indian film music history. Through the use of Indian Classical Music, he created an enormous impact on the current music industry. Even today, Mohan’s songs not only listened to, but also remixed and recreated by other musicians.

Aap Ki Nazro Ne Samjha

The specialty of this song from the film ‘Anpadh’ is a simple composition with the mesmerising vocals of Lata Mangeshkar. The song has been recreated by a lot of composers, but the best rendition is probably by the band- SANAM, which has done a great job to the original track.

Jhumka Gira Re

The song from the thriller- ‘Mera Saaya’ is a peppy number which features Sadhana Shivdasani. Originally sung by Asha Bhosle, and has been remixed by the group Café Bollywood. The group has retained the voice of Bhosle but has given the music a contemporary touch.

Tum Jo Mil Gaye Ho

Originally featuring Navin Nischol and Priya Rajvansh, the track was remade by Leslie Lewis for ‘Coke Studio at MTV’. The vocals for the new version are rendered by Shaan and Harshdeep Kaur. The original track was sung by Mohammed Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar. The song is featured in the film ‘Hanste Zakhm’.

Lag Ja Gale Se

The song from the film ‘Woh Kaun Thi’ is crooned by Lata Mangeshkar, and features actress Sadhna Shivdasani and Manoj Kumar. With lyrics penned by Raja Mehdi Ali Khan, the song remains evergreen with heartwarming vocals and soulful music. The track is recreated by Jonita Gandhi.

Yuh Hasraton Ke Dagh

Crooned by Lata Mangeshkar and composed by Madan Mohan, the song ‘Yuh Hasraton Ke Dagh’ features actress Nargis. The lyrics for the track are penned by Rajendra Krishan. The track has been remade by the famous pianist, Brian Silas.