Baiyan na dharo O balma (Lata Mangeshkar)

That is an exquisite choice! "Baiyan Na Dharo O Balma" is one of the most celebrated and complex classical-based songs sung by Lata Mangeshkar.

Song Details

Category	Detail
Film	Dastak (1970)
Singer	Lata Mangeshkar (She won the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for this song and the film's soundtrack)
Music Director	Madan Mohan (Widely known as the 'King of Ghazals', his intricate composition is the heart of this song)
Lyrics	Majrooh Sultanpuri
Starring	Sanjeev Kumar and Rehana Sultan
Raga	Based on Raga Charukeshi, though some elements of other Ragas are also present.

The Vibe & Significance

This song is an absolute masterpiece of blending classical Hindustani music with film instrumentation.

• Meaning: The title, "Baiyan Na Dharo O Balma," translates to "O my beloved, please do not hold my arm." The lyrics are a traditional thumri or ghazal style of plea, expressing the playful fear and modesty of a woman whose beloved is trying to get close to her. She is asking him to stop because she is shy, or because they might be caught.

• Composition: Madan Mohan's composition is incredibly intricate, making the song feel delicate and deeply moving. Lata Mangeshkar's rendition is famous for her control, especially the complex taans

Here is an interesting and highly significant fact about the movie Dastak:

Triple National Award Win for the Cast and Crew

The most interesting fact about Dastak is its massive recognition at the 18th National Film Awards, where it achieved a rare sweep of major categories:

• Best Actor: Sanjeev Kumar (for his nuanced performance as the troubled lead).

• Best Actress: Rehana Sultan (for her intense and unconventional role).

• Best Female Playback Singer: Lata Mangeshkar (for the exquisite rendition of "Baiyan Na Dharo O Balma").

This film is a classic example of a movie that was a commercial failure but received immense critical acclaim for its powerful acting, realistic storyline, and deeply artistic musical score, making it an extremely significant film in Indian cinematic history.

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