Ai Pardanasheen
Lata Mangeshkar · Teerandaz
Lyricist: Rajendra Krishna
Singers: Lata Mangeshkar
Lata:
Ai Pardaanasheen Ye Ishq Kaheen
Pardon Mein Chhupaaya Jaata Hai
Naadaan Kaheen In Sholon Ko
Seene Mein Dabaaya Jaata Hai
Chorus:
Aa Aa Aa ...
Lata:
Pardon Mein Abhi Hone De Jawaan Andaaz Ye Teerandaazi Ke
Andaaz Ye Sab Rah Jaate Hain Jab Teer Chalaaya Jaata Hai
Chorus:
Ai Pardaanasheen...
Lata:
[Maana Ke Zabaan Kaamosh Rahe
Aankhon Pe Magar Kaabu Kisaka]-- (2)
Afasaanaa-e-dil Honthon Se Nahi
Aankhon Se Sunaaya Jaata Hai
Chorus:
Ai Pardaanasheen...
Lata:
Is Aag Ka Bujhna Mushkil Hai
Is Raaz Ka Chhupana Mushkil Hai
Hote Hain Jahaan Bhar Mein Charache,
Jitana Ye Chhupaaya Jaata Hai
Chorus:
Ai Pardaanasheen...
Ai Pardanasheen
Lata Mangeshkar's rendition of 'Ai Pardanasheen' from the 1950 film Teerandaz stands as a quintessential example of her early career mastery. The song exemplifies the romantic and melancholic sensibilities of the Hindi film music of the 1950s, blending traditional Indian melodies with the emerging studio recording techniques of the era. Mangeshkar's vocal performance is characterized by its fluidity and emotional depth, showcasing her ability to convey complex narratives through pure vocal expression. As a leading figure in the industry, her work on this recording helped define the sound of Bollywood cinema during its formative years, influencing generations of singers and composers who followed. The track remains a cherished piece of musical history, celebrated for its timeless appeal and the artist's unparalleled contribution to the genre.