Raksha Bandha 2024 is just around the corner. With a few days left for Monday, 19 August, we are excited to celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters. The day speaks for love, laughter, gifts, a promise of protection, and of course, enjoyment, which comes with Bollywood music! Bollywood has the choicest of music for every occasion, including Rakhi. To evoke the memories and emotions of the festival, here are the top 10 Bollywood songs that celebrate the spirit of Raksha Bandhan.
Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka
The first song that strikes our subconscious while thinking of a bro-sis rhythm is “Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka.” This song from the movie Hare Rama Hare Krishna released in 1971 is a classic beauty sung by Kishore Kumar. It portrays a brother’s unconditional love and concern for his sister.
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Behna Ne Bhai Ki Kalai Se
If there’s a typical quintessential Rakhi song that captures the ritual of tying the sacred thread, this is it. “Behna Ne Bhai Ki Kalai Se” song was featured in the movie Resham Ki Dori by Suman Kalyanpur. The lyrics of the song expresses sister’s love, care for her brother, and glorifies the holy tradition of Raksha Bandhan.
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Dhagonn Se Bandhaa
While the other songs are the old classics, “Dhagoon se bandha” is the latest addition released in 2022 with the film “Raksha Bandhan”. Shreya Ghoshal and Arijit Singh shares this track that defines the promise of a brother to keep her sister protected and honor the tradition & promises made every year during Rakhi.
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Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhana
As the name suggests, the notes of “Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhana” emphasizes the lifelong commitment the thread of Rakhi holds. This evergreen melody from Chhoti Bahen (1959). The melodious voice of Lata Mangeshkar asks all brothers to honor the sacred bond of Rakhi.
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Hum Bahenon Ko Liye
Recorded by Lata Mangeshkar for the movie “Anjaana” (1969), “Hum bahenon ko liye” hits the lyrics where the connection of siblings is treasured. The soundtrack emphasizes the deep roots of Rakhi and how a sister awaits for the day every year, no matter where her brother is.
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Rang Birangi Rakhi Lekhar
The song “rang birangi Rakhi lekhar” highlights the celebration and love of siblings that they share through Rakhi. The notes of the song spreads a playful energy that adds to the fun factor of the festival. The melodious music by Lata Mangeshkar was sung for the movie “Anpadh” (1962).
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Rakhi Dhagon Ka Tyohar
The bond between the siblings can not be described by words. However, Mohammed Rafi’s “Rakhi Dhagon Ka Tyohar ” beautifully celebrates the care & affection between them. Also, the notes from the film “Rakhi” (1962) gracefully depicts the tradition, and rituals associated with Raksha Bandhan festival.
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Mere Bhaiya, Mere Chanda
The rhythms and vocals of Mere Bhaiyya Mere Chanda touchingly expresses a sister’s affection and admiration for her brother. Sung by Asha Bhosle, the song was a part of the movie Kaajal released in 1965. It is a nostalgic reminder of childhood memories and the bond shared by siblings.
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Dekh Sakta Hoon Main
This another evergreen classic is presented by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar for the film “Majboor” (1974). The melody represents how a brother can not see his sister upset and turn the world upside down for her smile. It beautifully represents the care, affection, and selfless love of siblings.
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Ye Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aaisa
The lyrics and melody of “Ye Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aaisa” highlights the eternal and unbreakable bond of Rakhi. Sung by Mukesh and Lata Mangeshkar for the movie Be-Imaan (1972), the lyrics and melody together evoke a sense of loyalty and protection that brothers promise their sisters.
![Ye Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aaisa](https://www.winni.in/celebrate-relations/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Blog-10-1024x538.jpg)
The festival of Rakhi is more than tying a thread. It is a symbol of love, protection, and the promise siblings make to each other that demands to be cherished. Thus, these Bollywood songs are perfect to set the mood for your celebrations. While there are many others like “Meri Rakhi Ki Laj”, “O Rakhi Pyari Behna”, “Chanda Re Mere Bhaiya Se Kehna”, and more. These 10 remain the forever classic. So, as you begin with the tradition of Rakhi, don’t forget to play these Rakhi songs in the background to double the vibe.