The song “Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka Sabka Kehna Hai, Ek Hazaron Mein Meri Behna Hai” remains the voice of Rakshabandhan in India. This timeless track from the film Hare Rama Hare Krishna still defines the bond between brothers and sisters. Millions hum it every Rakshabandhan without ever knowing the story behind it.
The Anthem Written by Anand Bakshi
Legendary lyricist Anand Bakshi wrote the words of this evergreen song. RD Burman composed its magical music. The film featured two beautiful versions of the track. Lata Mangeshkar gave voice to the female version. Kishore Kumar sang the male version for Dev Anand. Both versions won the hearts of listeners across India. However, the Kishore Kumar version emerged as the bigger hit. The lyrics praise a sister who is one in a thousand. Every line captures love, pride and pure emotion. This is why the song became Rakshabandhan’s permanent identity.
A Musical Hit Directed by Dev Anand
Hare Rama Hare Krishna was a musical hit at the box office. Songs like Dum Maro Dum and Kanchi Re Kanchi became massive chartbusters. The title track Hare Rama Hare Krishna also ruled the playlists. Anand Bakshi wrote all of these songs as well. Dev Anand directed the film himself. The movie performed strongly at the box office. Its soundtrack became a trendsetter in Hindi cinema. Even today, these songs remain audience favorites.
The Rumored Romance on the Sets
The story behind the film is as famous as its songs. Zeenat Aman played Dev Anand’s sister in the movie. Reports claimed the actor lost his heart to her during the shoot. However, this relationship never reached any conclusion. Fans still love discussing this old Bollywood tale. Meanwhile, the song keeps celebrating the pure bond between siblings. This Rakshabandhan, the classic once again takes over every celebration.
