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Lata Mangeshkar's 55-year-old song offering a virtual tour of India from home
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News18•17-10-2026, 07:01
Lata Mangeshkar's 55-year-old song offering a virtual tour of India from home
- •This iconic 55-year-old song released in 1971 remains one of the most unforgettable tracks in Hindi film music.
- •The song features lyrics by Anand Bakshi, music by the legendary duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal, and soulful vocals by Lata Mangeshkar.
- •Using a traditional bioscope, the song takes viewers on a visual tour of famous landmarks like Delhi's Qutub Minar, Kolkata's Chowringhee market, and Lucknow's Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
- •The song was picturized on Mumtaz, who starred alongside cinema legends like Rajesh Khanna and Meena Kumari.
- •Directed by Dulal Guha, this memorable track is Paisa Phenko Tamasha Dekho from the movie Dushman.
Key Questions Answered
The iconic song is "Paisa Phenko Tamasha Dekho" from the 1971 film Dushman, directed by Dulal Guha.
The song features lyrics penned by Anand Bakshi and music composed by the legendary duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal.
The track was picturized on Mumtaz, who starred alongside prominent actors like Rajesh Khanna and Meena Kumari.
