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Ye Bandhan To Pyaar Ka Bandhan Hai (ये बंधन तो प्यार का बंधन है)
— Alka Yagnik
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Ek Munda (इक मुण्डा)
— Lata Mangeshkar
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Jati Hoon Main (जाती हूँ मैं)
— Alka Yagnik
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Kuchh Bhi Na Socho (कुछ भी ना सोचो)
— Anupama Deshpande
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Kuchi Kuchi Rakkamma (कूची कूची रक्क्मा)
— G.V. Prakash Kumar
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Tu Hi Re (तू ही रे)
— Hariharan
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Ek Ho Gaye Hum Aur Tum (एक हो गए हम और तुम)
— Remo Fernandes
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Kehna Hi Kya (कहना ही क्या)
— K. S. Chithra
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Hum Badi Door Chale Aaye Hain (हम बड़ी दूर चले आए हैं)
— Shraddha Pandit
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Manzil Na Koi (मंजिल ना हो)
— Jaspinder Narula
Sharadha Songs Lyrics
Sharda Rajan Iyengar, popularly known as Sharda, was an Indian playback singer, composer and lyricist who gained recognition in Hindi cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. She became widely popular for her melodious voice and memorable songs, particularly “Titli Udi” from the film Suraj (1966). She also won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer for “Baat Zara Hai Aapas Ki” from Jahan Pyar Miley (1970). Apart from playback singing, she worked as a music composer and released a ghazal album featuring compositions based on the poetry of Mirza Ghalib.
About Sharadha
Sharda Rajan Iyengar was born on 25 October 1933 in the Madras Presidency, British India. She belonged to an Iyengar family from Tamil Nadu and developed an interest in music during her childhood. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree before pursuing her career in music.
Her musical journey gained momentum when she was introduced to legendary filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor, who recognised her singing talent. She subsequently entered Hindi playback singing and made her mark with the song “Titli Udi” from the film Suraj (1966), composed by Shankar–Jaikishan. During the 1960s and 1970s, Sharda recorded several songs for Hindi films and collaborated with prominent music directors. Her notable songs include “Duniya Ki Sair Kar Lo” from Around the World, “Chale Jaana Zara Thehro” from Around the World and “Baat Zara Hai Aapas Ki” from Jahan Pyar Miley. In 1971, she received the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer for “Baat Zara Hai Aapas Ki.” She also explored music composition and worked on films such as Maa Behen Aur Biwi, Tu Meri Main Tera, Kshitij and Mandir Masjid. After a period away from mainstream playback singing, Sharda returned with the 2007 ghazal album Andaaz-E-Bayan Aur, featuring her own compositions based on the poetry of Mirza Ghalib. Her musical journey reflects her versatility as a singer, composer and lyricist. Sharda passed away on 14 June 2023 at the age of 89, leaving behind a memorable contribution to Hindi film music.Personal Details
- Full Name: Sharda Rajan Iyengar
- Popular Name: Sharda
- Other Names: Sharada, Shardha
- Profession: Playback Singer, Music Composer and Lyricist
- Date of Birth: 25 October 1933
- Date of Death: 14 June 2023
- Age at Death: 89 years
- Birthplace: Madras Presidency, British India
- Nationality: Indian
- Music Genres: Indian Film Music, Ghazals
- Years Active: 1965–1986, 2007
Popular Songs
- Titli Udi – Suraj (1966)
- Chale Jaana Zara Thehro – Around the World (1967)
- Duniya Ki Sair Kar Lo – Around the World (1967)
- Baat Zara Hai Aapas Ki – Jahan Pyar Miley (1970)
- Dekho Mera Dil Machal Gaya – Suraj (1966)
Awards and Achievements
- Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer for “Baat Zara Hai Aapas Ki” from Jahan Pyar Miley (1971).
- Recognised for her contribution to Hindi film music during the 1960s and 1970s.
- Released Andaaz-E-Bayan Aur, a ghazal album based on Mirza Ghalib's poetry, in 2007.