It’s said Raj Kapoor was so impressed with his voice in Bobby that he predicted a bright future for the singer. Despite having an original voice and gaining instant popularity when he burst into the playback scene in the ’70s, singer Shailendra Singh never got his due. We bring to you some of his numbers that have passed the test of time…
Main shayar to nahin
Film: Bobby (1973)
Music: Laxmikant Pyarelal
This was the song that made the world sit up and take notice of him. Two young lovers, Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia meet at a party and sparks fly. The attraction hasn’t faded even after all these years.
Hamne tumko dekha
Film: Khel Khel Mein (1975)
Music: RD Burman
It had the perfect college festival setting and had young lovers Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh living out their romance in front of an audience.
Tumko mere dil ne
Film: Rafoo Chakkar (1975)
Music: Kalyanji Anandji
They say even a minute’s separation feels like an eternity when you’re in love. That’s the feeling you get when you listen to this due sung by Shailendra Singh and Kanchan.
Kai din se mujhe
Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se (1978)
Music: Ravindra Jain
A long drive, two lovers meeting on the beach and having eyes only for each other… Ranjita and Sachin looked very much in love in the song and Shailendra and Hemlata’s voices echoed the sentiment.
Hoga tumse pyara kaun
Film: Zamane Ko Dikhana Hai (1982)
Music: RD Burman
The girl has run away and hid herself on the roof of a train and her lover follows… Rishi Kapoor and Padmini Kolhapure looked cute as a button together as Shailendra Singh’s voice brought spoke of their everlasting love despite the differences in their social status.