Shailendra

Songwriter of Hindi cinema classics

Shailendra - Songwriter of Hindi cinema classics
Born

August 30th, 1916
108 years ago

Died

1968
57 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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A prominent songwriter in Bollywood, contributed lyrics to many famous films during the 1950s and 1960s. Collaborated with notable music directors and wrote for films such as 'Pyaasa', 'Kabhi Kabhie', and 'Madhumati'. His work is characterized by deep poetic expressions and social themes, influencing the landscape of Hindi film music. Also worked as a dialogue and screenplay writer in several films.

Composed lyrics for the film 'Pyaasa'

Wrote songs for 'Kabhi Kabhie'

Contributed to 'Madhumati'

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