Hindi movies have had some iconic monsoon songs for as long as we can remember. Right from the early ‘90s to recent times, there’s always been a Bollywood monsoon song that perfectly fits every situation. Whether it’s a seductive rain number or a romantic one or just a fun peppy number, Bollywood has a rain song for every mood. Check out this list of our favorite monsoon songs from Hindi movies:
- Pyar Hua Ikrar Hua
Released in 1955, Shree 420, is the movie that gave us the ultimate romantic rain song, Pyar Hua Ikrar Hua. Raj Kapoor and Nargis’ natural chemistry with the subtle romantic gestures make it the perfect rain song.
- Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhagi Si
This song from the 1958 film Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi is such a fun, peppy number, that it’s enough to uplift your mood on a gloomy rainy day. Moreover, Kishore Kumar’s voice is like a cherry on the top, making the song that much more appealing.
- Kate Nahin Kat Te
This song from Mr India released in 1987, became an overnight love anthem for many. Alisha Chinai and Kishore Kumar’s melodious voices, along with Anil Kapoor and Sridevi’s sizzling chemistry definitely formed a recipe for a hit monsoon number.
- Tip Tip Barsa Pani
Is it even possible for us to talk about monsoon songs without mentioning the iconic, Tip Tip Barsa Pani from Mohra? Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon’s crackling chemistry combined with Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan’s iconic vocals just gave rise to the most sizzling monsoon song of the generation.
- Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye
Could there be a better intro song for an actress in the ‘90s? Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’s Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye portrayed Kajol’s character in her true, free-spirited nature as she danced in the rain in a cute white co-ord set. The song is sure to make you want to dance even today.
- Koi Ladki Hai
Another song that makes you want to get up and dance in the rain is Koi Ladki Hai from Dil To Pagal Hai. Just like it happened to Karishma’s character Nisha in the movie, this fun tune will surely awaken the kid in you, making you want to go dance in the rain.
- Ghanan Ghanan
The true importance of rain was clearly portrayed in this song from the 2001 film Lagaan. The pure joy on people’s faces when the first few drops of rain start pouring in after a long wait will surely make you fall in love with rain all over again.
- Bhaage Re Mann
Monsoon means romance, love and a lot of feelings. This song from the 2003 Hindi movie Chameli plays around exactly that feeling. The way Kareena dances around in the song, blissfully in love, will make anyone want to fall in love and experience it for themselves.
- Saanson Ko Saanson Mein
The undeniable chemistry between Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji in this song from the 2004 film Hum Tum is what makes it such an iconic rain number. After knowing each other for years, the duo finally realizes their love for each other while drenched in rain, it couldn’t get more romantic than that.
