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Husanlal Bhagatram were one of the legendary music directors in Bollywood. The team consisted of two brothers, the younger Husnlal (1920 – 28 December 1968) and Bhagatram ( 1914 – 29 November 1973). Husanlal was also an accomplished classical singer and sang in conferences, but his prowess as singer is not commonly known. Bhagatram was considered an expert harmonium player.
Bhagatram composed music for a few films in 1930s alone under the name 'Bhagatram Batish'. In 1944 he and Husnlal joined forces for the first time to compose music for a film under the name Husnlal - Bhagatram. The brothers were popular music composers in the 1940s and early 1950s, but their career waned after 1955.
Their older cousin Pandit Amarnath was also a music composer of HMV and film music in the 1940s. These three musicians trained music directors Shankar (of Shankar–Jaikishan), Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar (of Laxmikant–Pyarelal), Mohammed Zahur Khayyam, the singer Mahendra Kapoor and the singer-composer Mohinderjit Singh. According to author Sonal Pandya of Cinestaan.com website, the older cousin Pandit Amarnath and both brothers were born in Punjab, British India.[3][
Husanlal Bhagatram were one of the earliest music directors in Bollywood. The team consisted of Husanlal (1910–1968) and Bhagatram (1916–1973). They were popular composers in the 1940s and 1950s. It is said that the concept of a duo of music directors began with them. Their family name was Batish; their elder brother Amarnath was also a famous composer of film music in 1940s; Shiv Dayal Batish, yet another contemporary, was also related to them. The brothers trained famous music directors Shankar (of Shankar Jaikishan), Laxmikant (of Laxmikant -Pyarelal) Khayyam and the singer, Mahendra Kapoor.
Background
The duo were born in Village Kahma, Jalandhar district, Punjab.[citation needed]
Career
In late 1930s, Bhagatram Batish composed music for a few films, but given his very young age that time, it is likely that he received major help from his elder brother and ace composer Amarnath in the venture. Later, Husan Lal & Bhagatram became the first music director who worked as a pair. They got their first break in the film 'Chand' in 1944. They gave their first hit with 'Do dilon ko yeh duniya milne bhi nahin deti..' sung by Manju.
Husanlal was an accomplished violinist and a good classical singer and Bhagatram was an ace harmonium player. They were the brothers of the famous composer of the 40's, Pandit Amarnath, and both worked as his assistants.
In 1944, the duo got their first break in the film Chand. The song, 'Do Dilon Ko Yeh Duniya' sung by Manju, was their very first hit. Husanlal - Bhagatram popularised Punjabi folk music, and featured its lilt and rhythm in their music compositions. In the late 1940s, they became the most celebrated composers with the success of films like Pyar Ki Jeet and Badi Bahen. Towards their elder brother Amarnath's last days, the duo helped Amarnath complete the score for the film Mirza Sahiban.
Their song, 'Ek Dil Ke Tukde Hazaar Huye' (Pyar Ki Jeet) sung by Mohammed Rafi brought in a new era of sad songs. They took a lot of pains to make sure this song was an instant hit. They also composed the famous song "Suno Suno Ai Duniya Walo, Bapu Ki Yeh Amar Kahani", sung by Rafi.
They worked with highly acclaimed lyricists like Shewan Rizvi, Aarzu Lucknavi, Brajendra Gaud, Kaif Irfani, Sarshar Sailani, Nakshab Jarachavi, Qamar Jalalabadi, Asad Bhopali, Rajendra Krishan and Mulk Raj Bhakri. Besides Rafi, Husnlal - Bhagatram worked with famous playback singers like Ameerbai Karnataki, Suraiyya, Shamshad Begum, Zohrabai Ambalewali , Lata Mangeshkar, Geeta Dutt, Suman Kalyanpur, and Kishore Kumar.
The duo parted ways by the late sixties. Husan Lal left for Delhi and Bhagatram stayed on in Bombay. Today, Husanl Lal's family resides in Delhi, His eldest son Dinesh Kumar Prabhakar is renowned Violinist,Vocalist,Music Composer and Ex Director of Music,films division Mumbai.and Bhagatram's younger son Ashok Sharma is a noted sitar player with Doordarshan.
Filmography
Films to their credits include:
Chand (in 1944, their first movie as a pair)
Meena Bazaar
Afsana
Aansoo
Amar Kahani
Apsara
Badi Bahen
Balam
Farmaaish
Nargis
Trolly Driver
Gauna
Aaj Ki Raat
Adl-E-Jahangir
Bansaria
Sher Afghan
Pyaar Ki Manzil
Kafila
Jal Tarang
Mirza Sahiban (1947), with their elder brother Pt Amarnath
Aadhi Raat
Rakhi
Mr. Chakram
Pyar Ki Jeet
Shama Parwana
Adle Jehangir
Naach
Chhoti Bhabhi
Sawan Bhadon
Sanam
Songs:
Aa Aankhon Mein Aa
Aaj Bahaaron Ne Masti Ke
Aankhon Mein Aansu Hothon Pe Fariyaad Le Chale
Ab To Aa Jaao
Chup Chup Khade Ho Zaroor Koi Baat Hai
Do Dilon Ko Yeh Duniya
Kya Bataayen Ki Muhabbat Ki Kahaani Kya Hai
Kya Jaane Amiri Jo Gareebi Ka Maza Hai
Kya Kahoon Sakhi Aaj Main
Kya Sukh Paaya Tune Mera Dil Todake
Kyon Dil Mein Mere Base Ho
Kyon Jhooki Jaati Hain Nazaren
Likhanewaale Ne Likh Di
Lo Jawaani Ka Zamaana Aa Gaya
Lut Gaye Ho Pyaar Mein Tere Lut Gaye
Lut Gayi Hai Kisiki Jawaani
Maahi Ho Maahi Ho Dupatta Mera De De
Maangi Muhabbat Paayi Judaai
Yeh Teri Kahaani Hai Aur Meri Jawaani Hai
Yeh To Chala Mere Khuda Lut Gaya Mera Pyaar Kyon
Zara Tumne Dekha To Pyaar Aa Gaya
Background
The duo were born in Village Kahma, Jalandhar district, Punjab.[citation needed]
Career
In late 1930s, Bhagatram Batish composed music for a few films, but given his very young age that time, it is likely that he received major help from his elder brother and ace composer Amarnath in the venture. Later, Husan Lal & Bhagatram became the first music director who worked as a pair. They got their first break in the film 'Chand' in 1944. They gave their first hit with 'Do dilon ko yeh duniya milne bhi nahin deti..' sung by Manju.
Husanlal was an accomplished violinist and a good classical singer and Bhagatram was an ace harmonium player. They were the brothers of the famous composer of the 40's, Pandit Amarnath, and both worked as his assistants.
In 1944, the duo got their first break in the film Chand. The song, 'Do Dilon Ko Yeh Duniya' sung by Manju, was their very first hit. Husanlal - Bhagatram popularised Punjabi folk music, and featured its lilt and rhythm in their music compositions. In the late 1940s, they became the most celebrated composers with the success of films like Pyar Ki Jeet and Badi Bahen. Towards their elder brother Amarnath's last days, the duo helped Amarnath complete the score for the film Mirza Sahiban.
Their song, 'Ek Dil Ke Tukde Hazaar Huye' (Pyar Ki Jeet) sung by Mohammed Rafi brought in a new era of sad songs. They took a lot of pains to make sure this song was an instant hit. They also composed the famous song "Suno Suno Ai Duniya Walo, Bapu Ki Yeh Amar Kahani", sung by Rafi.
They worked with highly acclaimed lyricists like Shewan Rizvi, Aarzu Lucknavi, Brajendra Gaud, Kaif Irfani, Sarshar Sailani, Nakshab Jarachavi, Qamar Jalalabadi, Asad Bhopali, Rajendra Krishan and Mulk Raj Bhakri. Besides Rafi, Husnlal - Bhagatram worked with famous playback singers like Ameerbai Karnataki, Suraiyya, Shamshad Begum, Zohrabai Ambalewali , Lata Mangeshkar, Geeta Dutt, Suman Kalyanpur, and Kishore Kumar.
The duo parted ways by the late sixties. Husan Lal left for Delhi and Bhagatram stayed on in Bombay. Today, Husanl Lal's family resides in Delhi, His eldest son Dinesh Kumar Prabhakar is renowned Violinist,Vocalist,Music Composer and Ex Director of Music,films division Mumbai.and Bhagatram's younger son Ashok Sharma is a noted sitar player with Doordarshan.
Filmography
Films to their credits include:
Chand (in 1944, their first movie as a pair)
Meena Bazaar
Afsana
Aansoo
Amar Kahani
Apsara
Badi Bahen
Balam
Farmaaish
Nargis
Trolly Driver
Gauna
Aaj Ki Raat
Adl-E-Jahangir
Bansaria
Sher Afghan
Pyaar Ki Manzil
Kafila
Jal Tarang
Mirza Sahiban (1947), with their elder brother Pt Amarnath
Aadhi Raat
Rakhi
Mr. Chakram
Pyar Ki Jeet
Shama Parwana
Adle Jehangir
Naach
Chhoti Bhabhi
Sawan Bhadon
Sanam
Songs:
Aa Aankhon Mein Aa
Aaj Bahaaron Ne Masti Ke
Aankhon Mein Aansu Hothon Pe Fariyaad Le Chale
Ab To Aa Jaao
Chup Chup Khade Ho Zaroor Koi Baat Hai
Do Dilon Ko Yeh Duniya
Kya Bataayen Ki Muhabbat Ki Kahaani Kya Hai
Kya Jaane Amiri Jo Gareebi Ka Maza Hai
Kya Kahoon Sakhi Aaj Main
Kya Sukh Paaya Tune Mera Dil Todake
Kyon Dil Mein Mere Base Ho
Kyon Jhooki Jaati Hain Nazaren
Likhanewaale Ne Likh Di
Lo Jawaani Ka Zamaana Aa Gaya
Lut Gaye Ho Pyaar Mein Tere Lut Gaye
Lut Gayi Hai Kisiki Jawaani
Maahi Ho Maahi Ho Dupatta Mera De De
Maangi Muhabbat Paayi Judaai
Yeh Teri Kahaani Hai Aur Meri Jawaani Hai
Yeh To Chala Mere Khuda Lut Gaya Mera Pyaar Kyon
Zara Tumne Dekha To Pyaar Aa Gaya
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