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Khayyam's Timeless Legacy: Remembering the Maestro on His Death Anniversary

Everyone knows the famous musician Mohammad Zahoor Khayyam, who made a place in the hearts of people with his wonderful songs in Hindi cinema. Khayyam's personality can be gauged from his excellent music.

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Everyone knows the famous musician Mohammad Zahoor Khayyam, who made a place in the hearts of people (Mohammed Zahur Khayyam best songs) with his wonderful songs in Hindi cinema. Khayyam's personality can be gauged from his excellent music. He had given music in many evergreen songs like 'In Aankhon Ki Masti Ke Deewane (Khayyam evergreen Bollywood songs list) Hazaaron Hain' and 'Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein Khayal Aata Hai'. He worked in the film industry for about 40 years and gave music in about 35 films. Each of his songs made its place in the hearts of the people, due to which he will always remain alive in the hearts of the people. 

Remembering Khayyam Saheb, let us introduce you to some of his best songs...

'sometimes in my heart'

This beautiful song is among the favorite songs of millions of people even today. This song is from the film 'Kabhi Kabhi' starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rakhi. This beautiful song was sung by singer Mukesh Ji. (Mohammed Zahur Khayyam biography in Hindi)

'Oh heartless fool'

This song of 'Khayyam' ji is from the 1983 film 'Razia Sultan'. Famous singer Lata Mangeshkar lent her voice to the song 'Aye Dil ye Nadan'.

'Of the joy in these eyes'

Famous Bollywood actress Rekha ji is also identified with this song from the film 'Umrao Jaan'. This film came in the year 1981. Even today many people like the song 'In Aankhon Ki Masti Ke'.

'We have seen you in our eyes'

This song is from the film 'Thodi Si Bewafai'. This film came in the year 1980. 'Khayyam' sahab gave music in this film. Singer Kishore Kumar lent his voice to the song 'Aankhon Mein Hume Aapke'. (Mohammed Zahur Khayyam famous ghazals)

'The night has come again'

This beautiful song is from the 1982 film 'Bazaar' starring Naseeruddin Shaan and Smita Patil. The music of 'Khayyam' won millions (Mohammed Zahur Khayyam rare interviews) of hearts in this film. Lata Mangeshkar and Talat Aziz ji lent their voices to the song 'Phir Chhidi Raat'.

'If you remember'

This song is also from the film 'Bazaar'. In the year 1982, (Khayyam death anniversary tribute songs) the songs of this film made a lot of headlines. Bhupinder Singh lent his voice to the song 'Karoge Yaad To'.

'Make my life beautiful too'

'Aakhri Khat' was the debut film of Rajesh Khanna. The lyrics of the song "Bahaaro Mera Jeevan Bhi Sanvaro" of this film were written by Kaifi Azmi. Khayyam was its music director. Lata Mangeshkar lent her voice to it. (Mohammed Zahur Khayyam classic film music)

'She will come sometime in the morning'

Sahir Ludhianvi had recommended Khayyam for the song 'Woh Subah Kabhi To Aayegi' from the film 'Phir Subah Hogi'. Mukesh and Asha Bhosle lent their voices to this song.

'No one ever finds perfection'

The year 1981 proved to be a great year for Khayyam. His three albums were hits. “Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukkammal Jahan Nahi Milta” is one of his best songs.

'Come O my darling, come'

This song from the film Noori was sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Nitin Mukesh.

'Looked back a thousand ways'

Thodi Si Bewafai is the only movie in which Khayyam worked with Gulzar. The work of both was liked very much. The songs of this film are still present in the hearts of people. (Khayyam memorable songs 70s 80s)

FAQs

Who is Khayyam in Bollywood?

Mohammed Zahur Khayyam Hashmioften referred to as Khayyam is an Indian Hindi film music director was born on February 18, 1927 in Rahon, Punjab, India.

Who is Khayyam's wife?

Khayyam married Jagjit Kaur in 1954 in one of the first inter-communal marriages in the Indian film industry. 

Who is the son of music director Khayyam?

Khayyam, the renowned music director, had one son named Pradeep Khayyam. Pradeep also worked in the film industry, even acting in a movie called "Jaan-E-Wafa". 

Who is the godfather of Indian cinema?

Dadasaheb Phalke: Dadasaheb Phalke (born April 30, 1870, Trimbak, British India [now in Maharashtra, India]—died February 16, 1944, Nashik, Maharashtra) was a film director who is considered the father of Indian cinema.

Who was Mohammed Zahur Khayyam, and why is he legendary?

Khayyam was an Indian film score composer whose career spanned four decades. Known for works like Kabhi Kabhie and Umrao Jaan, he earned multiple Filmfare Awards, a National Film Award, and was honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2011. 

Which films feature Khayyam’s most iconic music?

His most celebrated compositions include Kabhi Kabhie (1976), Umrao Jaan (1981), Noorie, Thodisi Bewafaii, Razia Sultan, Bazaar, and Footpath. 

What set Khayyam’s music apart from his contemporaries?

He favored minimal orchestration, deeply poetic lyrics, and a foundation in classical and ghazal traditions—rejecting westernized trends in favor of pure melody. 

What awards and honours did Khayyam receive?

He won Filmfare Awards for Kabhi Kabhie (1977) and Umrao Jaan (1982), the National Film Award for Best Music Direction (Umrao Jaan), the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (2007), Filmfare Lifetime Achievement (2010), Padma Bhushan (2011), and Hridaynath Mangeshkar Award (2018). 

What was Khayyam’s early life and musical foundation?

Born in 1927 in Punjab, he began learning music under Baba Chishti and Pandit Amarnath. His composing debut was in Heer Ranjha (1948) as part of a duo, going solo soon after. He rose to fame with hits in the 1950s and 1960s.

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