Happy Birthday- 5 Best Romantic Songs Of Kishore Kumar

He was one of the most legendary singers of Indian cinema, the man with a golden voice. And he was none other than Kishore Kumar. A playback singer, actor, lyricist, composer, producer, director, screenplay writer and scriptwriter, he proved his versatility time and again. On his 87th birthday today, we look at top 10 of his most romantic songs ever. Though this is a small number, we still attempt to select the most soulful ones. Dekha ek khwab toh ye silsile huye from the film 'Silsila' starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha will warm the cockles of your heart and give you major relationship goals. Shot at some of the most exquisite locales of Switzerland and the rose garden of Australia, the song is one of the most soothing, romantic numbers sung by the legends, Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar.

* Mere Sapno Ki Rani

Rajesh Khanna was the original Superstar of Bollywood and he had a crazy fan following. Wherever he went, he created a mass hysteria. Female fans would write love letters to him in their blood and marry his photograph. Such was his fan fare. And this song seemed to heighten their hopes. From the film Aradhana, Rajesh Khanna was as charming as ever. While Shamita Tagore is in a train, Rajesh Khanna is following her in his car. And what makes the song romantic and evergreen is Kishore Da's voice! This song is remembered by all generations and one of the classics that's remembered.

* Jaanejaan Dhunta

Kishore Kumar sang many duets in his life, his most famous pairings were with the Mangeshkar sisters; Lata and Asha. In this song from the film Jawani Diwani, Randhir Kapoor and Jaya Bachchan are trying to find each other in a forest and the chase is eventually fruitful. The romance between them is cute and a shy Jaya Bachchan plays her part to the tee. This has to be one of Kishore Kumar's most popular and romantic numbers till date.

* Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si

This has to be the best romantic Kishore Kumar song ever! From the classic Chalti Ka Naam Gadi, this movie was special in every sense. It feature the Kumar Brothers, Ashok, Kishore and Anoop along with legendary actress Madhubala. Although a black and white film, the love story between onscreen couple Kishore and Madhubala was adorable. The two were also married in real life. This song is featured on them when Madhubala's car breaks down and Kishore Da in his own voice is singing this song for her. Their on screen chemistry could not be missed and Kishore Da's way of singing this song makes it a hit even amongst today's youngsters!

* Ek Main Aur Ek Tu

Real life couple Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh were adorable onscreen back then! Having hits under their belt, the cute couple brought this song to life. Sung in the voice of Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle, this is an evergreen romantic number that is hummed even today. Kishore Da's voice complimented with Asha Bhosle's made this a memorable track from the film Khel Khel Mein. Ek Main aur Ek Tu depicts two young lovers expressing their feelings for one another and their innocence. Truly, no one could have sung this better than Kishore Da and Ahsa Tai.

* Roop Tera Mastana

Sharmila Tagore & Rajesh Khanna as young lovers did full justice to the song and lyrics. From the film Aradhana, this song is sensual and very romantic where the two stars are romancing each other by a bonfire and Rajesh Khanna's open white shirt must have had the girls swooning. Kishore Kumar's ability to suit his voice for any situation and emotion never ceases to amaze till date!