Mumbai, Feb 23: Sameer Anjaan, the unsung hero of Bollywood’s melodic golden age, marks his 68th birthday tomorrow. His lyrics powered superhits that romanticized Salman, Shah Rukh, and Aamir Khan, blending heartfelt poetry with commercial punch.
Narrow alleys of Banaras nurtured a boy with words in his veins. Father Anjaan, a stalwart lyricist, imposed a no-films edict. Yet, Sameer’s path diverged: juvenile writings matured into radio plays. A fleeting banking experiment ended swiftly, paving way for Mumbai dreams.
Persistence amid rejections peaked with Usha Khanna’s opportunity in ‘Bekhabar.’ Buddy composers Anand-Milind ushered him into ‘Dil,’ post their ‘QSQT’ smash. Success snowballed across 20+ blockbusters like ‘Kooli No. 1,’ ‘Anjaam,’ ‘Fiza,’ ‘Dhadkan,’ and ‘Devdas.’
Tailored romances defined Khans: Salman’s ‘Tere Naam’ yearning, SRK’s ‘Dilwale’ exuberance, Aamir’s ‘Dil’ tenderness. Record-holder for most songs, Sameer’s work spans Bhopuri to mainstream Hindi, capturing universal longing.
This birthday spotlights a trailblazer’s grit. Defying norms, he built an empire of earsworms. From Varanasi’s soul to silver screen eternity, Sameer Anjaan’s legacy endures, reminding us of the power behind the voice.