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Do Raaste (1969) Songs Lyrics
Do Raaste (1969) is a classic Hindi family drama directed and produced by Raj Khosla, starring Rajesh Khanna, Mumtaz, Balraj Sahni, Prem Chopra, Bindu, and Kamini Kaushal. The film was released in India on 5 December 1969.
The story revolves around a lower-middle-class joint family and the struggles that arise when differences in personalities, relationships and expectations threaten to break the family apart. Navendru Gupta works hard to support his family and preserve its unity, while his younger brother's marriage creates serious tensions within the household.
Rajesh Khanna plays Satyan Gupta, a lively young member of the family, while Mumtaz plays his love interest Reena. Balraj Sahni portrays Navendru Gupta, the elder brother who carries much of the responsibility for keeping the family together.
The film combines family drama, romance, sacrifice, relationships and traditional Indian family values. Its memorable music by Laxmikant–Pyarelal, with lyrics by Anand Bakshi, became another major attraction.
About the Movie Do Raaste (1969)
Movie: Do Raaste
Release Date: 5 December 1969
Language: Hindi
Genre: Family Drama, Romance, Musical
Director: Raj Khosla
Producer: Raj Khosla
Production: Raj Khosla Films
Story: Chandrakant Kakodkar
Screenplay: G. R. Kamath
Dialogues: Akhtar Romani
Music: Laxmikant–Pyarelal
Lyrics: Anand Bakshi
Cinematography: V. Gopi Krishna
Editing: Waman Bhosle
Country: India
Runtime: Approximately 150 minutes
Main Cast
- Rajesh Khanna as Satyan Gupta
- Mumtaz as Reena Alopi Prasad
- Balraj Sahni as Navendru Gupta
- Prem Chopra as Birju Gupta
- Kamini Kaushal as Madhvi Gupta
- Bindu as Neela Alopi Prasad Gupta
- Veena as Mrs. Gupta
- Asit Sen as Alopi Prasad
- Mehmood Jr. as Raju Gupta
- Jayant as Khan
- Johnny Walker in a special appearance
Story Overview
The film centers on the Gupta family, a joint family struggling with financial difficulties.
Navendru Gupta, the eldest brother, takes responsibility for supporting the family. He works hard and makes sacrifices to ensure that his brothers and other family members can live together peacefully.
His younger brothers have different personalities and ambitions.
One of them, Birju, marries Neelu. Neelu does not want to adjust to the restrictions and responsibilities of a joint family and wants to establish a separate household.
Her attitude gradually creates tension within the Gupta family.
Arguments and misunderstandings increase, and the unity that Navendru has worked so hard to preserve begins to collapse.
Meanwhile, Satyan Gupta has his own romantic story with Reena. Their relationship brings a youthful and romantic element to the otherwise family-centered narrative.
As conflicts grow, the family members are forced to reconsider their priorities.
The film ultimately explores whether ego, personal preferences and misunderstandings are stronger than the love and bonds that hold a family together.
Music
The music of Do Raaste was composed by the legendary duo Laxmikant–Pyarelal, with lyrics written by Anand Bakshi.
Popular Songs
- Bindiya Chamkegi
- Yeh Reshmi Zulfen
- Mere Naseeb Mein Ae Dost
- Chhup Gaye Saare Nazare
- Do Raaste
- Apni Apni Biwi Pe
The soundtrack became one of the film's biggest attractions.
"Bindiya Chamkegi"
"Bindiya Chamkegi", sung by Lata Mangeshkar, became one of the most remembered songs associated with the film.
"Yeh Reshmi Zulfen"
"Yeh Reshmi Zulfen", sung by Mohammed Rafi, became another evergreen romantic song of the era.
The music helped balance the film's serious family drama with romance and youthful energy.
Themes
The major themes of Do Raaste include:
- Joint family
- Family unity
- Respect for elders
- Sacrifice
- Marriage
- Love
- Jealousy
- Misunderstandings
- Financial difficulties
- Tradition versus individual choice
- Family responsibility
The film particularly emphasizes the idea that a family can survive difficulties when its members put love and understanding above personal ego.