Kailash Kher is one of the most celebrated singers in the Indian entertainment industry. Best known for his powerful and soulful voice, the singer was born on July 7, 1973, in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.He started his singing career in Bollywood with the 2003 film Andaaz, where he sang the song Rabba Ishq Na Hove. He rose to prominence with his breakthrough hit song Allah Ke Bande from the film Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part II in 2003. Kailash Kher’s music is a fusion of Indian classical, folk, and Sufi music with contemporary elements.Celebrating his birthday today, here are some of his soulful hits.
Teri Deewani – Kailasa
Sung and composed by Kailash Kher, the song was released in 2006 from his album Kailasa. The song explores the theme of love and devotion.
Saiyyan – Jhoomo Re
Part of Kailash Kher’s original album Jhoome Re and became one of the biggest hits. The song is a romantic ballad that showcases Kher’s emotive singing style.
Allah Ke Bande – Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part II
This song gave Kailash Kher his breakthrough after it became an immense hit and gain popularity among the masses.
Ya Rabba – Salaam-E-Ishq
Composed by the trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy and is penned by Sameer. The song is an emotional ballad sung by Kailash Kher.
Mumma – Dasvidaniya
Composed and sung by Kher, himself, the song is dedicated to all the mothers out there.
Arziyan – Delhi 6
Arziyan is a popular Sufi song from Delhi-6 and is composed by A.R. Rahman. The song is sung by Kailash Kher and Javed Ali. The lyrics of the song are in Urdu and Hindi, and it beautifully expresses the yearning and devotion of the soul towards the divine.
Chand Sifarish – Fanaa
Performed by Shaan and Kailash Kher, the song is a romantic ballad from the 2006 film Fanaa. For this song Kailash Kher won the Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer.
Yun Hi Chala Chal – Swades
Composed by A.R. Rahman for the 2004 film Swades, the song is a soulful and uplifting song that captures the essence of a journey and the spirit of exploration. It encourages one to keep moving forward, embracing the path ahead and enjoying the adventure of life.
Kaun Hain Voh – Baahubali: The Beginning
The song Kaun Hain Voh from the movie Baahubali: The Beginning is a fan-favourite. It features Prabhas offering prayers to Lord Shiva and is composed by the talented M. M. Keeravani.
Mere Nishaan – OMG: Oh My God
Mere Nishaan is an introspective and melancholic song reflecting on impermanence and identity. In addition to Kailash Kher’s powerful performance, this song resonated with listeners for its emotional depth.
Chak De Phattey – Khosla Ka Ghosla!
It is a popular Punjabi, fun song from the 2006 film Khosla Ka Ghosla!
Kaisi Hai Ye Udaasi – Karthik Calling Karthik
Featuring Kailash Kher and Sukanya Purkayastha, the song is soulful and introspective, depicting longing and melancholy.
Jay Jaykara – Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
One of the most popular songs by the singer, the song is composed by M. M. Keeravani, the song is a Hindi re-rendition of the Telugu song Dandaalayyaa sung by Kaala Bhairava.
S.I.D.H.U – Chandni Chowk To China
It is an introductory fun song for Akshay Kumar’s character Sidhu from Chandni Chowk To China.
Mangal Mangal – Mangal Pandey: The Rising
Composed by AR Rahman and sung by Kailash Kher, Mangal Mangal is a song which focuses on the freedom fighter Mangal Pandey who started the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857 against the British.
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