Kishore Kumar birthday special: Six different moods, 46 songs

Friday marks the 88th birth anniversary of legendary Bollywood singer Kishore Kumar. We bring a list of some of his most popular songs, divided by moods, to celebrate the versatile artiste.

Friday marks the 88th birth anniversary of legendary Bollywood singer Kishore Kumar.

On his 88th birth anniversary, we bring a list of some of his most popular songs, divided by moods, to celebrate Kishore Kumar.

Whether you think of love, longing, happiness, suffering, friendship or betrayal, a Kishore song will definitely echo in your mind. The voice of this singer, who made people laugh and cry with equal ease, was one that gave musical meaning to every human emotion.

Born Abhas Kumar Ganguly in Khandwa, a town in Madhya Pradesh, Kishore won eight Filmfare Awards for best male playback singer during his lifetime. He holds a record in that regard.

We bring a list of some of Kishore’s most popular songs, categorised in accordance with the mood, to celebrate his versatility.

Romantic

Celebrating friendship

Pensive

Goofy

Flirting

Monsoon special

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