Prem Pujari (1970)
This is another Nav Ketan movie. But this time there is no involvement of Vijay Anand. It is all Dev Anand. Not only did Dev wrote the story and had played the lead role in it but also he made directorial debut with this movie. This movie was a commercial failure. However, SD was there to provide its music. As usual, he is on the mark and delivers once more.
There are some beautiful songs in this album. All lyrics were penned by Neeraj. Kishoreda has a lovely solo in "Phoolon Ki Rang Se." Lataji is scintillating with her solo "Rangeela Re." There is a melodious duet by Lataji and Kishore Kumar, "Shokhiyon Men Ghola Jaaye." There are couple of patriotic songs sprinkled in the movie. But the song which is a real standout is the solo by Burmanda himself. "Prem Ki Pujari" is one of those richly crafted song in Burmanda's inimitable voice and unique style that it stays wth you forever.
Now for the details of the songs and songs themselves ...
Swarapriyaji,
Thanks for the excellent upload - Rajan
You're very welcome Rajan ji. -S
