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Over the years, Pakistani vocalists have enriched audiences with their melodious vocals, creating timeless tracks. From the legendary Fareed Ayaz to the contemporary Atif Aslam, these artists’ songs have transcended borders and captivated global audiences. Let’s see how well you can recognize these iconic singers and their unforgettable melodies.
1. Which of the following is among Atif Aslam’s most popular Bollywood hits?
a) ‘Dil Diyan Gallan’ and ‘Tera Hone Laga Hoon’
b) ‘Tu Jaane Na’ and ‘Woh Lamhe Woh Baatein’
c) ‘Tere Bin’ and ‘Pehli Nazar Mein’
d) All of the above
e) None of the above
2. Which of the following is a renowned love song sung by a Pakistani singer?
a) ‘Mitwa’
b) ‘Khuda Jaane’
c) ‘Mere Haat Mein’
d) ‘Pehla Nasha’
3. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan needs no introduction. But can you recall his debut song in Bollywood?
a) ‘O Re Piya’
b) ‘Mann Ki Lagan’
c) ‘Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji’
d) ‘Bol Na Halke Halke’
4. Can you remember which legendary Pakistani qawwal originally composed and performed this song?
a) ‘Koi Jaane Koi Na Jaane’ by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
b) ‘Koi Jaane Koi Na Jaane’ by Fareed Ayaz
c) ‘Koi Jaane Koi Na Jaane’ by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
d) ‘Koi Jaane Koi Na Jaane’ by Muazzam Ali Khan
Answers
1. The correct answer is d.
Renowned for his distinctive voice, Atif Aslam has become a Bollywood mainstay, with his songs often celebrated as love anthems. His Bollywood debut, ‘Woh Lamhe Woh Baatein’ in Zeher (2005), marked the start of an impressive international career. Since then, he has delivered numerous hits, including ‘Tere Bin’ from Bas Ek Pal (2006), the IIFA Award winning ’Pehli Nazar Mein’ from Race (2008), ‘Tera Hone Laga Hoon’ and ‘Tu Jaane Na’ from Ajab Prem Ki Ghaz Kahani (2009), and ‘Dil Diyan Gallan’ from Tiger Zinda Hai (2017).
2. The correct answer is a.
Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan, a luminary of the Patiala Gharana, brings his classical expertise to Bollywood love ballads. ‘Mitwa’ from Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna remains his iconic Bollywood song to date, especially because of its association with Shah Rukh Khan.
3. The correct answer is b.
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, a popular qawwal and singer has enriched Bollywood with his soulful vocals on many occasions. His debut Bollywood song, ‘Mann Ki Lagan’, from the 2003 film, Paap, was composed by Shahi Hassan of Vital Signs fame and penned by the esteemed poet, author, and playwright Amjad Islam Amjad. Other notable songs by Rahat include, ‘O Re Piya’ from Aaja Nachle (2007), ‘Bol Na Halke Halke’ from Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (2007), and ‘Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji’ from Ishiqya (2010).
4. The correct answer is c.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, the revered Pakistani qawwali maestro, left an indelible mark on the world of music. Shortly before his passing, he composed music for three Bollywood films. These include Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997), where he performed ‘Koi Jaane Koi Na Jaane’, a memorable song picturized on Bobby Deol and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. He also composed for Kartoos (1999). His final Bollywood composition was for a film called Kachche Dhaage in (1999). Posthumously, two songs were released in 2000 for films such as Dhadkan and Dillagi.
