Manna Dey sahab is considered to be the most versatile singer in the industry with classical being his forte.. Here is a very nice article where he speaks about his experience while recording the songs.. Enjoy!!

Arthur J Pais and Som Chivukula

Rahul Dev Burman is remembered as one of the most gifted composers of all time.

However, if you are one of those who do not think much of his singing range, you may still want to give him the credit for composing and singing one of the most popular songs of the 1970s.

Mehbooba mehbooba from Sholay created history in terms of popularity.

But how many people know that it was composed specially for singer Manna Dey?

Burman, affectionately known as Pancham, had recorded the song in his voice hoping Dey would follow his (Burman’s) singing pattern.

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