Shankar Jaikishan

Shankar Jaikishan, the legendary Bollywood composer duo of the 1950s–1970s, brought a revolutionary flair to Hindi film music. Pairing Shankar Singh Raghuvanshi’s knack for melody and Jaikishan Dayabhai Panchal’s rhythmic genius, they became iconic for blending Indian classical tones with lush Western orchestration. Their collaborations with director Raj Kapoor—especially on classics like *Awara* (featuring the timeless “Awara Hoon”) and *Barsaat*—defined an era of soulful, genre-bending soundtracks. Known for hits like “Yeh Mera Deewanapan Hai” and “Joota Japani,” their music was both playful and poetic, earning them a record-setting seven Filmfare Awards.

Though Jaikishan passed away in 1971 and Shankar in 1987, their legacy thrives through re-releases and reimagined tracks. Recent revivals like *Zindagi* and *Beti Bete* soundtracks (likely reissues or recreations of their vintage work) keep their charm alive for new generations. Fun fact: They were among the first to use rock ’n’ roll beats and jazz harmonies in Bollywood, making them eternal trendsetters of Hindi cinema’s golden age.

Genres

Soundtrack

Jazz Fusion

Indian Classical

Bollywood

Indian Folk

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Latest Release

Zindagi (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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Album - 11 Tracks - Released January 22, 2025