Sanam Bewafa

Lata Mangeshkar · Sanam Bewafa

Director: Raj
Lyricist: Saawan Kumar
Singers: Lata Mangeshkar


Tune dil mera toda kahi ka na choda - (2)
Sanam bewafa wo sanam bewafa - (2)

Janeman meri ja main nahi bewafa - (2)
Meri wafa par na sahamat laga
Main nahi bewafa - (4)

Kaisa dard diya hai jina mushkil kiya hai
Dil mein rehke dil se kaisa badala liya hai
Pyar se nata toda sawan mein rota choda
Sanam bewafa wo sanam bewafa - (2)

[Tere ras bhare hoton ki kasam
 Wafa ka chalan nahi chodenge hum] - (2)
Khayalon me bhi ye nahi sochana
Ki wakis nahi tere dard se hum
Jisne kiya humko juda milaye ga humko wo khuda
Main nahi bewafa - (2)

Tune dil mera toda kahi ka na choda
Sanam bewafa wo sanam bewafa

Mere hal par ro rahi hai khudai - (2)
Kahi jayena bairi teri judai
Lambi nahi hai judai ki rate
Barsengi phir pyar ki barasate
Karta hai puri sabki khuda
Niklati hai jo bhi dil se dua
[Main nahi bewafa - (2)
 Sanam bewafa wo sanam bewafa] - (2)
Main nahi bewafa - (2)


Sanam Bewafa

Lata Mangeshkar's rendition of 'Sanam Bewafa' stands as a quintessential example of her mastery in romantic Hindi cinema music. Recorded for the 1968 film of the same name, this track exemplifies the emotional depth and melodic sophistication characteristic of her career during the late 1960s. The composition blends traditional Indian classical influences with the evolving pop sensibilities of the era, showcasing Mangeshkar's ability to convey profound longing and heartbreak through her voice. As a staple of her discography, the recording remains a celebrated work that highlights her status as one of the most revered playback singers in Indian history, known for bringing authenticity and grace to every composition she interpreted.